IPL May Add Two New Teams From 2028

The Indian Premier League (IPL) could become bigger from the 2028 season, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reportedly considering the addition of at least two new franchises. If the proposal moves forward, the tournament could expand from its current 10 teams to 12.

According to media reports, Pune and Vadodara are among the cities being considered for the proposed new teams. However, discussions are still at an early stage, and the BCCI has not made any official announcement about the expansion or the selection of cities. The locations may also change as the proposal develops.

The possible expansion is expected to be linked to the IPL’s next media rights cycle, which will cover the period from 2028 to 2032. Adding new teams could bring more matches, increase competition and give fans in additional cities an opportunity to support a local franchise.

The reports also suggest that the proposed franchises could attract strong interest from Indian business groups and international investors. Each new team may have a valuation of more than one billion US dollars, although these figures are estimates and not confirmed sale prices.

The IPL last expanded in 2022, when two new teams, Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants, joined the tournament. Their entry increased the number of participating teams from eight to ten.

Before taking a final decision, the BCCI is expected to consider several factors, including the availability of players, tournament scheduling, commercial opportunities and the interest of broadcasters.

For now, the possibility of two more IPL teams remains under discussion. Cricket fans will have to wait for an official announcement to know whether the league will move to a 12-team format from 2028.