Every cricket tournament organiser eventually faces the same question on auction day: how do you run a fair, professional player auction for all your teams without your costs getting out of hand? Paper sheets and WhatsApp groups work for a while, but once team owners start bidding against each other, you need a clear record of every bid, every purse and every squad.
That is where cricket auction software comes in. But cricket tournament software pricing is not always easy to compare. Some platforms charge per auction, some charge a monthly or yearly subscription, and some price by the number of teams or features you need.
In this guide we use CrickHunt, a cricket auction and scoring platform, as the main example. We start with its five paid auction tiers, then explain how pricing works across the market so that you can budget with confidence, whichever tool you choose.
CrickHunt cricket auction software pricing
CrickHunt organises its auction pricing by the maximum number of teams taking part. You pay once for each auction you run. These are not monthly or annual subscriptions.
The descriptions under each price are general guidance on event size, not eligibility rules. Choose based on the most teams you expect to have.
Silver
Up to 4 teamsGenerally suited to small community, society or friends’ tournaments with a handful of teams.
Gold
Up to 7 teamsGenerally suited to growing local leagues and box cricket events.
Platinum
Up to 11 teamsGenerally suited to medium-sized local, college or corporate tournaments.
Diamond
Up to 17 teamsGenerally suited to larger leagues with many franchises.
Elite
Up to 30 teamsGenerally suited to major tournaments with a large number of teams.
All five tiers at a glance
Tap “Highlight” to mark a plan across this page.
| Plan | Maximum teams | Price per auction | Relative price | Typical event (guidance only) | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | Up to 4 | ₹1,500 | Small community or society event | ||
| Gold | Up to 7 | ₹2,000 | Growing local or box cricket league | ||
| Platinum | Up to 11 | ₹3,000 | Medium local, college or corporate event | ||
| Diamond | Up to 17 | ₹4,500 | Larger multi-franchise league | ||
| Elite | Up to 30 | ₹6,000 | Major tournament with many teams |
All five plans are billed one-time, per auction.
Included in every listed plan
CrickHunt’s pricing page lists the following as included across its plans. Plan-specific features beyond these are not listed here, so check the official page for details.
- Unlimited players
- Unlimited team sponsors
- Unlimited season sponsors
- Unlimited custom banners
Which CrickHunt plan should you choose?
The simplest rule is this: pick the plan that covers the maximum number of teams you expect in the auction, not the number you have confirmed today. Hover or tap each card to see which plan fits.
No single plan is right for every organiser. The correct choice depends on your planned team count and the actual terms shown on the CrickHunt pricing page when you buy. If your team count might change after you pay, check what the terms say about that before you commit.
Why does cricket tournament software pricing vary?
If you compare a few vendors, you will see very different prices. That is because tools are built for different events and include different things. These are common factors across the market. Not every vendor charges separately for each one.
- Number of teamsMore teams usually means more bidding, more squads and more data to manage.
- Number of auctionsOne auction a year and several auctions a season suit different billing models.
- Live biddingReal-time bid updates take more technology than a static spreadsheet.
- Remote owner participationLetting owners bid from their phones adds logins, devices and sync.
- Player registration and dataRegistration forms, photos and approvals save effort but add features.
- Purse and squad trackingAutomatic budget deduction and squad limits prevent mistakes mid-auction.
- Projector and broadcast overlaysTV-style screens for a hall or a live stream need extra design and setup.
- Reports and exportsDownloadable results and squad lists may or may not be part of a plan.
- Support or managed serviceSome vendors offer someone to run or support the auction on the day.
For CrickHunt specifically, the only pricing factor shown on its official page is the maximum number of teams, with prices charged per auction. Features we were able to confirm on CrickHunt’s own website are covered in the “Why consider CrickHunt?” section below.
Common cricket auction software pricing models
Most cricket league auction software uses one of five billing models. None is automatically cheaper. What matters is the total amount you will actually pay for your event.
Per-auction pricing
You pay a one-time amount for each auction you run. CrickHunt’s listed tiers work this way.
Organisers who run one or a few auctions a year and do not want an ongoing bill.
What exactly does one auction include? What if team numbers change? Are taxes included?
Monthly subscription
A fixed amount every month while the account is active, often with usage limits.
Organisers running several events over a short, busy season.
Is there a minimum term? What happens to your data if you cancel?
Annual subscription
One payment covers a year of access, sometimes at a lower effective monthly rate.
Academies, clubs or leagues with events spread across the year.
Does it renew automatically? How many auctions or teams are allowed per year?
Per-team pricing
The amount is linked to the number of teams in the event, sometimes as a rate per team.
Organisers whose team count varies a lot from event to event.
Is there a minimum charge? Are team owner logins charged separately?
Custom or enterprise pricing
A quote is prepared for your requirements, often with extra services.
Large or high-profile tournaments with special branding, broadcast or support needs.
What is in the quote in writing? Is on-site or remote support included?
How to calculate your cricket tournament software budget
You do not need a spreadsheet to estimate this. Follow five simple steps.
- Confirm the number of teams. Use the maximum you expect, including any late entries.
- Find the matching software tier. With CrickHunt, that is the smallest plan whose team limit covers your count.
- Confirm the price is per auction. If you run a mega auction and a mid-season auction, budget for each one separately.
- Check taxes and extra services. Ask whether GST is included in the displayed amount and whether anything is charged separately.
- Budget event costs separately. Venue, projector or screen, internet, player registration and other operations are separate from the software price.
The software price covers the software. It does not automatically include your ground booking, trophies, umpires, kits or equipment hire, so keep those in a separate line of your budget.
CrickHunt price explorer
Choose the most teams you expect. The explorer only uses the five listed tiers. It does not estimate prices for anything outside them.
Tip: pick the smallest tier whose team limit covers your count. For example, 9 teams fits within Platinum (up to 11).
The Silver tier covers auctions with up to 4 teams. Taxes and terms: confirm on the official pricing page.
Confirm on the official pricing pageThe Gold tier covers auctions with up to 7 teams. Taxes and terms: confirm on the official pricing page.
Confirm on the official pricing pageThe Platinum tier covers auctions with up to 11 teams. Taxes and terms: confirm on the official pricing page.
Confirm on the official pricing pageThe Diamond tier covers auctions with up to 17 teams. Taxes and terms: confirm on the official pricing page.
Confirm on the official pricing pageThe Elite tier covers auctions with up to 30 teams. Taxes and terms: confirm on the official pricing page.
Confirm on the official pricing pageThe five listed tiers go up to 30 teams. For a larger event, please check the official CrickHunt pricing page or contact CrickHunt to confirm the applicable price.
Confirm on the official pricing pageWhat should you check before buying cricket auction software?
Use these questions when you compare any online cricket auction software, including CrickHunt. They are things to investigate, not features every platform has. Tick them off as you go.
Why consider CrickHunt?
CrickHunt is a cricket-focused platform for player auctions, live scoring and tournament management. Instead of running the auction in one tool, the scoring in another and the squads in a spreadsheet, organisers can keep these steps in one connected workflow.
Based on CrickHunt’s own website, these are the capabilities it describes. Hover or tap a card to flip it.
Because squads move straight from the auction into scoring, organisers don’t have to retype team lists after the auction. To learn more, see our guides on how to set up a cricket auction, remote bidding for team owners and auction rules for purse, base price and bid increments, or browse live and upcoming auctions and tournaments on CrickHunt.
CrickHunt pricing versus manual auction management
Many tournaments still run auctions on paper or in a spreadsheet, and plenty of them go well. The question is how much manual effort, and how much room for error, you are comfortable with. Here is how the workflow typically compares.
| Task | Manual auction | Software-supported auction |
|---|---|---|
| Recording bids | Written or typed by a volunteer, which can be missed in a fast round | Logged as each bid is placed |
| Tracking team budgets | Recalculated by hand after every sale | Purse updated automatically after a winning bid |
| Sold and unsold players | Marked on a list, which can drift out of sync | Status recorded in one shared place |
| Updating team squads | Copied team by team after the auction | Squads build up as players are sold |
| Post-auction reports | Compiled manually, often late at night | Depends on the platform, so ask what is available |
| Sharing auction information | Photos of sheets sent on WhatsApp | Owners can follow the auction on their own devices |
Software does not remove every possible error. It reduces repetitive manual work and keeps everyone looking at the same numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What is cricket tournament software pricing?
It is the amount an organiser pays to use software for running a cricket tournament, such as player auctions, team management and scoring. Depending on the vendor, it may be charged per auction, per month, per year, per team or as a custom quote.
How much does cricket auction software cost in India in 2026?
There is no single market rate, because prices depend on the vendor, the billing model and the number of teams. As one example, CrickHunt lists per-auction tiers from ₹1,500 for up to 4 teams to ₹6,000 for up to 30 teams. Compare the total you would pay for your own event.
How much does CrickHunt cost for a 4-team auction?
CrickHunt’s Silver tier covers auctions with up to 4 teams at ₹1,500 per auction.
What is the CrickHunt price for up to 7 teams?
The Gold tier covers up to 7 teams at ₹2,000 per auction.
How much does an auction for up to 11 teams cost on CrickHunt?
The Platinum tier covers up to 11 teams at ₹3,000 per auction.
What is the CrickHunt price for up to 17 teams?
The Diamond tier covers up to 17 teams at ₹4,500 per auction.
How much does an auction for up to 30 teams cost?
On CrickHunt, the Elite tier covers up to 30 teams at ₹6,000 per auction. For more than 30 teams, check the official pricing page or contact CrickHunt.
Is cricket auction software charged per auction or per month?
It depends on the vendor. Some charge per auction and others use monthly or annual subscriptions. CrickHunt’s listed prices are charged per auction, not as a monthly or annual subscription.
What should organisers check before choosing cricket auction software?
Check the billing model, the team limit, whether taxes are included, any extra service charges, remote bidding, purse and squad tracking, display or overlay options, result exports and the support available on auction day.
Does cricket auction software support remote bidding?
Many platforms do, but not all. CrickHunt says team owners can bid from a mobile phone or laptop. Always confirm with the vendor you are considering.
Can cricket auction software help manage team budgets?
Yes, many tools track each team’s purse. CrickHunt describes deducting each winning bid from the team’s virtual wallet and blocking bids that go over budget.
Where can I find CrickHunt’s official pricing?
CrickHunt’s official pricing is published at crickhunt.com/pricing. Check it for the latest prices, taxes and terms before you buy.
The bottom line
Choosing cricket tournament software is less about finding the lowest number and more about matching the tool to your event. Confirm how many teams you will have, understand whether you are paying per auction or on a subscription, check what is and is not included, and ask about taxes and extra charges before you pay.
If you want a cricket-focused option with clear per-auction tiers, CrickHunt is worth a look: plans run from ₹1,500 per auction for up to 4 teams to ₹6,000 per auction for up to 30 teams, alongside live bidding, purse tracking and scoring in one place.
Planning your next auction?
Compare the five tiers and confirm current terms on the official pricing page.
