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BCCI Breaks Silence on Playing 12 Teams From IPL 2028, Also Responds to KKR Owners' Unique Request

Saikia said the board has not formally or informally discussed adding two more teams and is focused on the 2027 tournament.

  • BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia ruled out immediate expansion of the Indian Premier League from 10 to 12 teams, confirming the Board has not discussed the possibility formally or informally for 2028.
  • The Board is prioritizing the 2027 season, which will mark the tournament's 20th edition. Saikia stated, "We are concerned about the IPL in 2027, which will be the tournament's 20th edition."
  • No decision has been made regarding increasing the team purse from Rs 125 crore to Rs 150 crore. Saikia clarified there is "nothing of that sort" regarding salary increases.
  • With the next auction scheduled for December 16, the Board confirmed this marks the last year of the current cycle. Future tournament rules will be determined thereafter.
  • Saikia declined to comment on suggestions from Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Juhi Chawla regarding a January tournament window, dismissing widespread media reports as speculation.
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rediff.com broke the news on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
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