ILT20 season 4 auction set for September 30 with 78 Player slots to fill

The International League T20 (ILT20) Season 4 Player Auction will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Dubai. This exciting event will allow all six teams participating in the tournament to strengthen their squads by selecting fresh talent for the upcoming season.

Each team will have the opportunity to pick 13 players during the auction, contributing to a total of 78 new additions across all franchises. These players will join the already retained or pre-signed group of eight per team, helping shape competitive and balanced squads for Season 4.

Players who wish to be considered for selection in the auction must complete their registration by Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The ILT20 provides a great platform for cricketers worldwide to showcase their skills on an international stage, and this year’s auction promises to bring in fresh faces and exciting prospects for fans to follow.

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Six Franchise’s Budget in ILT20 Auction:

The six ILT20 franchises will collectively have a total auction purse of USD 4.8 million to use for player signings. Specific details, such as each team’s remaining budget from direct signings, the auction sequence, and the complete list of available players, will be released soon by the organizers ahead of the Season 4 Player Auction.

ILT20 CEO David White said, “ We are delighted to confirm the International League Season 4 Player Auction date – Tuesday, 30 September. The auction is a big milestone for the league as we continue to grow as a world-class T20 tournament. The auction will be a great opportunity for our franchises to add local and international firepower to their Season 4 squads."

Local UAE cricketers have a big chance to catch the eye of team scouts ahead of the auction. The ACC Asia Cup 2025, set for September 9–28 in the UAE, offers them the platform to perform against some of the top T20 sides in the game.

All six franchises have finalized their initial player signings ahead of the upcoming ILT20 season. Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have signed top players such as Alex Hales and Andre Russell. Desert Vipers picked up Sam Curran and Wanindu Hasaranga, while Dubai Capitals added Rovmann Powell and Shai Hope to their squad.

Gulf Giants kept key players James Vince and Moeen Ali. MI Emirates brought in Chris Woakes and Kusal Perera, and Sharjah Warriors included Tim David and Johnson Charles for the upcoming season. The tournament will feature 34 matches across a month, promising high-octane T20 action.