The Governing Council will convene today, thus it is anticipated that the much-awaited announcement regarding the revised retention rules for the Indian Premier League (IPL) would come shortly. Although it may take a full day to make the announcement. A formal decision may be made in the coming hours.
It is confirmed by Cricbuzz that the IPL Governing Council meeting has been set for this Saturday, September 28. If reports are to be trusted, it will happen in the new NCA center in Bengaluru at 6:30 PM.
The decision to summon the IPL GC for Saturday came at the last minute because the members had only received notification of the meeting on Friday night. Following the meeting, an announcement is usually forthcoming. There is a belief, nevertheless, that the retention decision—a significant policy decision at that may be presented to the crucial general assembly on Sunday in Bengaluru. Before being made public.
In addition to determining the quantity of retentions. The GC is anticipated to make decisions regarding the mega-auction’s timing and location. As of right moment, it’s said to happen near the end of November and might take place in a Gulf city. The auction is expected to be much anticipated in Saudi Arabia as well. If the GC gives its approval, it might possibly take place in Riyadh.
There is a great deal of conjecture about the retentions; estimates range from two to eight. The BCCI may decide to go with the RTM option and settle at a figure between 5 and 6.
In order to hear their opinions on a number of league-related issues, including retentions. The BCCI met with the owners of IPL teams at the end of July.
