In a riveting display of team investments, a total of Rs 1.8 crores were spent by the six franchises to build their squads. Amongst the highlights, Rayalaseema Kings made the most significant splurge, securing the services of Hanuma Vihari for an impressive sum of Rs 6.6 lakhs. This record-breaking purchase set the tone for the competitive league.

Drawing inspiration from the Indian Premier League (IPL), the APL introduced the Right To Match (RTM) card, allowing teams to retain key players they wanted to secure. The Godavari Marlin Titans exercised this right to retain M Dheeraj Kumar for Rs 5.2 lakhs.

In addition to the auction excitement, a few players were retained by their respective teams from the previous season. Indian cricketers Kona Srikar Bharat (Uttarandhra Lions) and Ricky Bhui (Bezawada Tigers) were amongst those retained, adding valuable experience to their squads.

Unlike the inaugural season, which solely took place in Visakhapatnam, the second edition of APL will see Kadapa co-hosting the matches. The action-packed tournament is scheduled to kick off on 16 August 2023, culminating on 27 August, promising cricket enthusiasts a thrilling experience.

To ensure cricket enthusiasts across the nation don't miss a moment of the gripping encounters, Star Sports 2, Star 2 HD, and Star Telugu will broadcast the entire season live. Additionally, for those seeking the digital experience, Fancode will serve as the official OTT platform to catch all the APL Season 2 action in real-time. With the stage set and teams ready to showcase their prowess, cricket fans eagerly anticipate the onset of a captivating Andhra Premier League Season 2.