If you’re someone who plays fantasy cricket regularly—especially on Dream11—then you already know how much fun it is to make teams, beat your friends, and maybe win a little cash along the way. But what if I told you that this IPL season, there’s a completely free game mode that could actually win you a Fortuner, a BMW bike, or an iPhone? And no, this isn’t a scam or a marketing trick. This is 100% real, and it’s happening inside Dream11’s Manager Mode.

In this blog, I’ll explain everything you need to know about Dream11 Manager Mode 2025, especially how you can aim to become Dream11 Manager of the Week—which, in my opinion, is the most practical and achievable way to win rewards like iPhones and vouchers. If you’ve ever felt stuck or confused about how to use your transfers, boosters, or when to make team changes, don’t worry—this article covers all of it.

Let’s get started.

What is Dream11 Manager Mode?

Dream11 Manager Mode is a fantasy format launched within the app that allows you to create teams just like regular fantasy cricket, but with a twist—you get to play the entire tournament, with 250 free transfers and 18 boosters spread across all matches.

You build one fantasy team that lasts through the season, and you can make player changes as the tournament progresses. But the real magic lies in how you use your transfers and boosters, and whether you choose to compete for the Manager of the League or go all-in for the Manager of the Week.

Let’s understand the difference between the two.

Manager of the League vs Manager of the Week

Manager of the League

If your dream is to win that big white Fortuner or the BMW bike, then you’ll be aiming for the Manager of the League title. This is a season-long competition where you have to perform consistently across all 74 matches of IPL 2025. You’ll need to be smart with your transfers, use boosters at the right time, and maintain your rank across 10 weeks.

It’s possible—but it’s hard. You need long-term planning, patience, and discipline. You can’t use 11 transfers every match. You have to rotate your squad wisely and spread out your booster usage.

Manager of the Week

Now here’s the game-changer. If you want something more realistic and still worth it—like an iPhone or Amazon vouchers—then aim for Manager of the Week. This is where you only focus on one week at a time. If your team scores the most fantasy points that week, you win.

The best part? You can go all-in. You’re allowed to use 11 transfers per match if needed, and there’s no need to save for the long term. This makes it ideal for players who:

• Want to win faster
• Don’t want to overthink long-term planning
• Just enjoy playing fantasy cricket aggressively for a week

Can You Win Manager of the Week with This Strategy?

Yes. It’s very much possible. Here’s how.

Dream11 gives you 250 total transfers for Manager Mode. If you use 11 transfers per match, you can do that for about 22 matches. Now think about it—each week has around 7–8 matches. So if you go all out for 11 transfers each time, you can fully commit to about three full weeks.

That gives you three chances to become Manager of the Week.

Most users don’t do this. They make just 3–4 changes per match, because they’re playing for the full season. You, on the other hand, are going all-in for one week, using your best players for every single match.

This gives you a serious edge.

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Understanding Transfer Strategy: All-In vs Long-Term

If you want to win Manager of the Week, forget about saving transfers. Your goal is to maximize points during that one week. Build the best possible team for every match. Use 11 transfers if required. Your goal isn’t to save anything—it’s to dominate one week.

If you try to do both—save for the full league while aiming for weekly wins—you’ll do justice to neither. So decide early what you’re aiming for.

And remember—after you’ve used 250 transfers, you can’t make any more changes. So commit to your all-in weeks and use them wisely.

Best Time to Use Boosters (Very Important)

Dream11 gives you 18 boosters, including:

• Bowler Booster
• Batter Booster
• All-Rounder Booster
• 2X Booster (only 2 available)

Here’s when and how to use them:

Bowler Booster

Use this when the match is on a bowler-friendly pitch. For example:

• Chepauk (Chennai)
• Ekana (Lucknow)
• Any pitch where low scores are expected

These pitches usually help spinners or slower pacers, and wickets fall regularly. Don’t waste this booster on flat batting tracks.

Batter Booster

Use this on flat, high-scoring pitches. For example:

• Chinnaswamy (Bangalore)
• Wankhede (Mumbai)
• Arun Jaitley Stadium (Delhi)

These grounds are known for big runs. Use the batter booster when you expect 180+ scores.

All-Rounder Booster

This works best on balanced pitches or when teams rely on players like Hardik Pandya, Cameron Green, or Moeen Ali. Good grounds for this include:

• Mohali
• Mumbai (depending on team combinations)

2X Booster

You only get two. Save them for matches where you are 100% sure about your team selection. Use it when:

• The pitch suits your team’s balance
• Your players are in great form
• You have no injury doubts or last-minute surprises

Apply it just 5–10 minutes before match time. If you miss the timing, it gets applied to the next game.

Weekly Plan: How to Play for Manager of the Week

Let’s break it down:

1. Pick your week: Ideally, wait until after the first week so you have better clarity about player form and team combinations.
2. Use 11 transfers for each match: Build a fresh team every game. Ignore long-term strategies.
3. Use boosters smartly: Match the pitch conditions. Don’t waste boosters just because they’re available.
4. Focus on that one week: Your only goal is to finish the week with the highest fantasy points.
5. Track your rank daily: See where you stand. Make adjustments as needed.

Even if you don’t win in your first attempt, try again in the next week. You can do this for up to three separate weeks before your transfers run out.

What If You’re Starting Late?

No problem at all. Manager Mode runs for 10 full weeks. Even if you start from Week 4 or Week 5, you can still go all-in for one week and win.

The key is to start your all-in strategy on a Monday, since Manager of the Week tracks points from Monday to Sunday. Choose any upcoming week where the match schedule looks favorable and begin from there.

Final Thoughts: Why This Is Worth Your Time

Dream11’s Manager Mode is one of the most exciting and underused game modes in fantasy cricket. You don’t need to pay anything. You don’t need to risk real money. And yet, the rewards are huge—Fortuner, BMW, iPhones, vouchers, and more.

If you’ve ever wanted to win big in fantasy but didn’t want to deal with money leagues or complex strategies, this is your shot.

You can:

• Go for long-term glory and aim for Manager of the League
• Or go all-in for one epic week and win Manager of the Week

And if you do win, make sure to share your story. A lot of people out there are still figuring out how this mode works. Your win could inspire them to try smarter. Play smart, use your transfers wisely, hit those boosters at the right time, and most importantly—have fun.