The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction begins today, Sunday, in Jeddah as the first international cricket event in Saudi Arabia. The auction will last for two days, concluding tomorrow (Monday).

A number of investors, club representatives, and officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have arrived in Jeddah, preparing for this pivotal event in the world of cricket.

This event marks a new beginning for cricket in Saudi Arabia, which aims to enhance its global sports standing in line with Vision 2030.