With 20 matches done, the Indian Premier League mid-season transfer window opened at 9 PM on Monday. The window would be open till May 23. This is a good opportunity for teams to asses their current scenario, look at their bench strength and then look to pick players from other teams. Over the years, the EPL-style window has not worked effectively for teams, but with the existing pandemic situation in the country and players opting out – some teams could use this window to their advantage.Also Read - AB de Villiers Expresses Desire to Return to RCB in IPL 2023, Calls Bangalore His Second Home
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A player who has played less than three matches would fit the criteria.
How long the IPL 2021 Transfer window last?
The window opened at 9 PM on Monday after 20 games were played. The window will close on May 23.
What would be the duration for which the player is being loaned?
It would last till the end of this season. Players who are roped in through the IPL mid-season window cannot play against their home franchises in the remaining matches.
How would the player be paid?
He would receive his full fees from his home franchise, while the team that has loaned him would pay on a per-match basis.
Top Players Available For IPL 2021 Mid-Season Transfer From Each Franchise
Chennai Super Kings: Narayanan Jagadeesan, Karn Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara.
Delhi Capitals: Sam Billings, Tom Curran, Ajinkya Rahane
Kolkata Knight Riders: Tim Seifert, Sheldon Jackson, Ben Cutting
Mumbai Indians: Jimmy Neesham, Piyush Chawla, Arjun Tendulkar
Punjab Kings: Jalaj Saxena, Mandeep Singh, Fabian Allen
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Mujeeb ur Rahman, Wriddhiman Saha, Jason Holder
Rajasthan Royals: Anuj Rawat, Mayank Markande
Royal Challengers Bangalore: KS Bharat, Sachin Baby