This is a list of all auctions and personnel signings for the 2008 Indian Premier League (IPL).
The auction also led to controversy regarding the conflict of interest with then BCCI secretary N. Srinivasan holding a stake in the Chennai team.
Initially four icon players were designated but later on the request of Delhi Daredevils, Virender Sehwag's name was added to the list.
Deccan Chargers also asked for Icon Player status to be given to VVS Laxman, but he declined the offer in order to allow the franchise to spend more money on other players and still not breach the US$5 million salary cap.
[6][7] 75 players were auctioned with Mohammed Yousuf and Ashwell Prince remaining unsold.
Mohammed Yousuf again remained unsold in 2nd auction due to continuing dispute with Indian Cricket League.
Players sold lower than their signed up price were paid the remaining amount by IPL.
[14][15][16] Along with 2nd Auction, the 15 players from winners of 2008 Under-19 Cricket World Cup along with Viraj Kadbe were picked upon draft system based upon US National Football League.
Franchises had to pick minimum four under-22 Indian players from their designated catchment area in their squad.