What Is RAPP Sheet? The RAPP Sheet is a document that describes a graduate’s registration for the Registered Available Player Pool, which is a critical but often overlooked element of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Although the RAPP Sheet does not capture mainstream media attention during auction time, it is important in facilitating teams’ search for replacement players after the conclusion of auctions.
Additionally, the RAPP Sheet allows IPL franchises to acquire replacement players throughout the season should injuries, withdrawals or players not being able to compete.
What is RAPP Sheet? BCCI Shares Massive Player List with Franchises
Recently, BCCI shared a large list of 1,307 players with all IPL franchises. The players included in the list are those who:
- Registered to participate in IPL auction
- Were not purchased at the December 16 auction held in Abu Dhabi
- Did not withdraw from participation in the auction process
In other words, RAPP Sheet contains unsold but eligible players who can be called up as replacements for this season’s ongoing tournament.
Star Names Featured on the RAPP Sheet
Several high-profile international players appear on the RAPP Sheet, making it a valuable resource for franchises.
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Prominent Overseas Players on the RAPP Sheet
Steve Smith
Jonny Bairstow
Reece Topley
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Jamie Smith
Daryl Mitchell (Base price: ₹2 crore, listed at No. 98)
Notably, Daryl Mitchell, who recently tormented India during international fixtures and was Player of the Series in the India vs New Zealand ODI series, is also available as a replacement option.
What is RAPP Sheet? List of Capped Indian Players Available
The RAPP Sheet also includes several experienced Indian cricketers, all with a base price of ₹75 lakh:
Mayank Agarwal
KS Bharat
Deepak Hooda
Navdeep Saini
Chetan Sakariya
Sandeep Warrier
Umesh Yadav
These players provide strong domestic depth for franchises facing mid-season challenges.
Key BCCI Rules Explained: What is RAPP Sheet Used For?
Guidelines established by the BCCI on RAPP Sheet Usage:
1) A Franchise can only sign a Player at their Auction Reserve Price.
2) A RAPP player is typically hired by a Franchise to bowl during practice sessions (as part of a Net Bowling Group).
3) No Franchise has exclusive rights over a RB/FA/RAPP Listed Player.
4) If a Team wants to sign a RAPP Player as a Replacement or Supplementary Player, the Franchise currently signed to that Player must officially release them from their contract immediately.
These guidelines are designed to create a level playing field for all IPL Team Owners.
Official Definition: What is RAPP Sheet?
The RAPP Sheet has all players who have enlisted themselves in the Player Auction for the current year’s tournament and who were not sold, but did not take themselves out of the auction at any point. To be a Replacement Player, the cricketer must:
Be on the RAPP sheet and accept a league fee that is no less than their reserve fee; provided that they are fully available for the remainder of the tournament
Why the RAPP Sheet Is Crucial for IPL Teams
The RAPP Sheet is the main source for experienced athletes to replace injured and/or withdrawn players for all teams in an efficient manner as well as help the teams adhere to BCCI’s rules and regulations, while it operates quietly within the entire IPL season as an important component in the overall team management.
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