Yash Dayal returns to UPT20 League as mini-auction plans develop
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Yash Dayal is set to return to the UPT20 League after a year-long absence, retained by Gorakhpur Lions. The league's mini-auction is slated for mid-July, with potential venues including Agra and Noida as part of efforts to expand the tournament's reach. UPT20 League governing council chairman Sanjay Kapoor confirmed that Lucknow remains a backup venue if necessary arrangements cannot be finalized in the other cities. Dayal, who also received an NOC from UPCA to participate in domestic and league cricket, was previously retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2025 but did not play. His last competitive appearances were in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Ghaziabad Premier League.
- •Yash Dayal returns to UPT20 League with Gorakhpur Lions.
- •Mini-auction set for mid-July in Agra or Noida.
- •Lucknow may serve as backup venue for the auction.
- •UPCA has issued an NOC for Dayal's participation.
- •Dayal last played in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and Ghaziabad Premier League.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — Yash Dayal set to return, UPT20 mini-auction in July
"Uttar Pradesh pacer Yash Dayal is set to return to the UPT20 League after a year-long absence, with Gorakhpur Lions retaining him. The league's mini-auction is planned for mid-July, potentially in Agra or Noida, to expand its reach. Dayal, who was also retained by RCB for IPL 2025, has received an NOC from UPCA for domestic and league cricket, with all legal proceedings now settled.
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