Excitement is building for the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025, set to kick off on August 2 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, with the final scheduled for August 31. Adding to the buzz is the big announcement that Grace Hayden—daughter of former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden and close friend of Sara Tendulkar, daughter of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar—has landed a prominent role in the tournament.

Grace Hayden has been appointed as the official anchor for DPL 2025. Her recent stint covering IPL 2025 with Star Sports drew widespread attention and praise, with her on-screen presence and knowledge of the game earning her a growing fan base. Building on that success, she is now set to charm audiences in Delhi as the face of this premier cricket event. According to sources, Grace will earn a hefty sum in lakhs for her anchoring duties in the league.

The second season of DPL promises a fierce competition. The opening match will feature defending champions East Delhi Riders taking on last year’s runners-up South Delhi Superstars. This season, the tournament features eight men's teams and four women's teams, offering a platform for rising cricket stars to shine.

In the player auction, Chennai Super Kings’ pacer Simarjeet Singh emerged as the most expensive buy, snapped up by Central Delhi Kings for ₹39 lakh. Nitish Rana followed at ₹34 lakh, going to West Delhi Lions, while Suyash Sharma was signed by Outer Delhi Warriors for ₹15 lakh. Adding further star power to the tournament, Aryavir Kohli—nephew of Virat Kohli—and Aryavir Sehwag, son of Virender Sehwag, are also set to participate, bringing both legacy and excitement to the pitch.