The inaugural TG20 Player Auction marked a major milestone for Telangana cricket, with 160 players signed across eight franchises. Tilak Varma emerged as the highest-valued player at ₹33 lakh, while Mohammed Siraj joined Warangal Warriors. Franchises spent ₹4.74 crore, highlighting TG20's focus on nurturing local talent ahead of its June 21, 2026 launch.
Hyderabad: Telangana cricket entered a new era today as the inaugural TG20 Player Auction got underway at Princess Convention Centre, Ramoji Film City, marking a significant milestone in the journey of Telangana’s premier franchise-based T20 league.
With a player pool comprising over 1,300 HCA-registered cricketers, franchises began assembling their squads by securing some of the state’s finest cricketing talent across the Icon, A+ and A categories. The auction brought together international stars, accomplished domestic performers and promising district cricketers, reflecting TG20’s vision of creating a world-class platform for Telangana talent.
Icon Category Highlights
* Tilak Varma emerged as the highest-valued player of the auction, joining Medak Falcons for ₹33 Lakhs.
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