*IPL-Based Franchise Tournament*

1. *Tournament Objective*

Replicate the Indian Premier League style in a local tournament.

Bring in excitement with franchises, branding, auctions, and points tables.

2. *Franchise Creation*

Number of Teams: *12 – 16* franchises.

Franchise Names & Branding:

Creative city mascot style (e.g., Chennai Chargers, Bengaluru Titans).

Assign team colors, logos, and jerseys.

Franchise Owners:

Assign captains/managers as “owners”.

Owners can make team decisions like bidding and player line-up.

3. *Player Selection* (Auction Style)

Player Pool:

All participants register their names.

Categorize players into Batsman, Bowler, All-rounder, Wicketkeeper.

4. *Auction Process:*

Allocate virtual money (e.g., *5 Lakhs* points budget) to each franchise.

Bid for players in an open auction.

Ensure minimum squad size (e.g., 12 – 15 players).

5. *Tournament Format League Stage:*

Each team plays against every other team once within group.

Points System:

Win = 2 points

Tie/No result = 1 point

Loss = 0 points

Net Run Rate (NRR) used for tie-breaks.

6. *Match Rules*

Overs: 10 overs depending on available time.

Bowler Limits: One player can bowl a maximum of 2 overs.

Powerplay: First 3 overs with only 2 fielders outside the circle.

Tie-breakers: Super Over.

7. *Awards & Recognition Orange Cap – Highest run scorer.*

Purple Cap – Highest wicket taker.

MVP – Most Valuable Player.

Man of the Match – For each game.

Best Catch / Best Six – Fun awards.

Fair Play Award – For discipline.

Live Commentary & Music for entertainment.

Trophies & Medals for winners and awardees.

Cash Prize ? & Trophies, and Awards

*Note:* Remaining details (Franchise cost, Rules, Live Telecast, Promotion) will be discussed during team meeting.