The 2017 IPL will see around 351 players eligible for auction. The eight franchises will have a total of Rs143 crore to spend on the auction which can be utilized to buy up to 76 players. The 2017 IPL will see around 351 players eligible for auction. However, Indian players have set a far more conservative reserve price compared to some of their international colleagues. Indian players were expected to keep their prices low to ensure that money does not impede their chances of playing in the league.

Source: Mint February 20, 2017 04:18 UTC