How to become cheerleaders in IPL? Know the truth behind the selection process, salary and glamor

IPL Cheerleaders: In India, the Indian Premier League has now become not just a cricket league but a festival, for which crores of fans eagerly wait every year. While the players increase the excitement with fours and sixes on the field, the cheerleaders add charm to the tournament with their glamour, energy and dance. But do you know how these cheerleaders are selected and how much salary do they get?

How are cheerleaders selected?

Actually, no direct application or any official notification is issued to become a cheerleader in IPL. Nor does BCCI issue any public procedure in this regard. Apart from this, neither the franchise directly recruits cheerleaders. Actually, this responsibility lies with the event management companies, who select professional dancers and performers from within the country and abroad.

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What is the process?

Talking about the process of becoming a cheerleader, it is no less than any reality show, in which one has to apply through online casting call or agency. After this you will have to do dance audition or video submission. After this, fitness and stamina test will have to be given. Along with this, camera presence and expression are also assessed. After this the final list is sent to the franchisee, and the contract is signed. In such a situation, to become a cheerleader, it is not only important to be attractive but also to have good dancing skills and stage experience.

How much salary do you get?

According to sources, cheerleaders are paid according to the match. They pay around Rs 12,000 to Rs 25,000 per match. Apart from this, they are also provided other facilities like hotel, travel etc. This is completely contract based work. New recruitment is done every season. In such a situation you have to prove yourself again.