First Player From Italy in IPL 2025, Thomas Jack Draca Creates History

A 24-year-old medium-fast bowler, Thomas Jack Draca, has made history as the first Italian player to enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. Thomas registered for the upcoming IPL 2025 auction, Which is going to be scheduled in Jeddah on November 24-25, with a base price of ₹30 lakh.

Draca has Improved his performance in t20 format, having debuted internationally for Italy in June 2024 and catching attention with his performances in the Global T20 Canada. There, he took 11 wickets in six matches, finishing as one of the tournament’s top wicket-takers with an economy rate of 6.88.

Draca’s strong performances led to his signing with MI Emirates for the ILT20 in the UAE, showcasing his potential for success in franchise leagues like the IPL.

His entry into the IPL auction represents a significant milestone for Italian cricket, reflecting the sport’s growing appeal beyond traditional cricket-playing nations.

He got decent popularity before IPL 2025 auction, Definitely he has advantage as compare to the other new players who is registered themselves for the first time.

Thomas Jack Draca Stats:

Here is a table summarizing Thomas Draca’s recent performance stats:

Notable Highlights:

• Draca debuted in T20I for Italy in June 2024, taking 2/15 against Luxembourg in his first match.
• In the Global T20 Canada, he was the joint second-highest wicket-taker and showcased standout performances, with notable figures like 3/18 and 3/30.

These achievements have paved his way into the IPL 2025 auction as the first Italian to join, registering with a base price of ₹30 lakh

Other Details:

Here are the details of Thomas Draca T20I records:

T20 Matches (Domestic and International)

These matches marked Draca’s entry and initial impact on the international stage for Italy, contributing to the growing cricket scene in the country.