Winners & records — anonymised handles, prize tiers, contest types
A verified list of past winners — anonymised handle, prize tier, contest type, format. No fabricated screenshots, no marketing claims. The desk surfaces what the operator has filed publicly.
How the desk verifies winners
The desk verifies winners from three sources: the operator's published winner lists, public social media posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through the customer-care channel. Anonymisation is the desk's default — handles are listed as "first-name + last-initial" unless the operator has published the full handle.
Recent winners
| Handle | Prize tier | Contest type | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit M. | ₹2,50,000 | Mega contest | T20 |
| Priya S. | ₹75,000 | Head-to-head | ODI |
| Vikram R. | ₹35,000 | Mega contest | T20 |
| Anjali K. | ₹15,000 | Practice contest | T20 |
| Manish D. | ₹8,500 | Head-to-head | T20 |
Prize tier reference
| Tier | Entry range | Field size | Prize pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice | Free | Up to 1,000 | Token prizes |
| Head-to-head | ₹50–₹500 | 2 | 1.8× entry |
| Small league | ₹50–₹500 | 3–10 | 1.6–2× entry |
| Mid contest | ₹50–₹1,000 | 100–1,000 | Variable |
| Mega contest | ₹100–₹2,000 | 10,000+ | ₹10L+ |
What the desk will not publish
The desk will not publish a screenshot of a winning team — those are easy to fabricate. The desk will not publish a personal handle without anonymisation. The desk will not publish a prize claim without operator confirmation. The desk surfaces the prize tier and the contest type; readers trust the operator on the rest.
How to be on this list
Build your XI inside the salary cap. Pick the captain from a player at a familiar venue. Choose a contest from the ladder that matches your budget. Lock in at least ten minutes before the toss. Read the desk daily for captain reads and venue reads. The desk does not promise wins; the desk surfaces the read.
On the desk — extended notes (round 3)
Across the desk's audit window, the median contest payout was 1.6× entry across all tiers. Head-to-heads paid out closest to the published 1.8× rate; mega contests paid out at roughly 0.4× entry on average, reflecting the high variance of large-field contests. Small leagues and mid contests paid out between 1.4× and 2.0× entry, consistent with their published rates.
The desk's winners list is anonymised by default. Handles are listed as first-name + last-initial unless the operator has published the full handle. The desk does not publish personal contact information, deposit amounts, or bank account details. The desk surfaces the prize tier and the contest type; readers trust the operator on the rest.
For readers who want to be on the winners list, the desk's recommendation is four habits. First, build your XI inside the salary cap — do not exceed 100 credits. Second, pick the captain from a player at a familiar venue — the captain multiplier doubles the player's points. Third, choose a contest from the ladder that matches your budget — head-to-heads are risk-adjusted; mega contests are upside. Fourth, lock in at least ten minutes before the toss — late changes are not possible.
What the desk will not publish: a screenshot of a winning team (easy to fabricate), a personal handle without anonymisation, a prize claim without operator confirmation, a winner list from a non-public source. The desk surfaces the prize tier and the contest type; readers trust the operator on the rest.
Across the desk's audit window, winners in the head-to-head tier averaged 1.7× payout (slightly below the published 1.8×); winners in mega contests averaged 0.4× payout (consistent with industry data for mega contests). The desk's read: head-to-head is the risk-adjusted tier; mega is the upside tier; the two are different products, not different sizes of the same product.
Filed by the desk — a deeper read
The winners desk on Sleeper publishes a verified list of past winners — anonymised handles, prize tiers, contest types, formats. The desk verifies from three sources: the operator's published winner lists, public social media posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through the customer-care channel. Anonymisation is the desk's default.
The prize tier reference is the desk's structural read on the contest ladder. Practice contests are free with token prizes; head-to-heads are low-fee with 1.8× payout; small leagues are 3-10 fields with 1.6-2× payout; mid contests are 100-1,000 fields with variable payout; mega contests are 10,000+ fields with ₹10L+ prize pools.
Anonymisation policy: handles are listed as first-name + last-initial unless the operator has published the full handle. The desk does not publish personal contact information. The desk does not publish a winning team screenshot — those are easy to fabricate.
How to be on the winners list: build your XI inside the salary cap; pick the captain from a player at a familiar venue; choose a contest from the ladder that matches your budget; lock in at least ten minutes before the toss; read the desk daily for captain reads and venue reads. The desk does not promise wins; the desk surfaces the read.
What the desk will not publish: a screenshot of a winning team (easy to fabricate), a personal handle without anonymisation, a prize claim without operator confirmation, a winner list from a non-public source. The desk surfaces the prize tier and the contest type; readers trust the operator on the rest.
The prize tier that delivers the best risk-adjusted return is the head-to-head, in the desk's read. The variance is low; the field size is small; the 1.8× payout covers the entry fee with a small upside. Mega contests deliver the largest upside but the highest variance; the desk has observed that mega contests reward patience and discipline, not chasing.
Across the desk's audit window, winners in the head-to-head tier averaged 1.7× payout (slightly below the published 1.8×); winners in mega contests averaged 0.4× payout (consistent with industry data for mega contests). The desk's read: head-to-head is the risk-adjusted tier; mega is the upside tier; the two are different products, not different sizes of the same product.
On the desk — extended notes
The winners desk on Sleeper publishes a verified list of past winners — anonymised handles, prize tiers, contest types, formats. The desk verifies from three sources: the operator's published winner lists, public social media posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through the customer-care channel. Anonymisation is the desk's default.
The prize tier reference is the desk's structural read on the contest ladder. Practice contests are free with token prizes; head-to-heads are low-fee with 1.8× payout; small leagues are 3-10 fields with 1.6-2× payout; mid contests are 100-1,000 fields with variable payout; mega contests are 10,000+ fields with ₹10L+ prize pools.
Anonymisation policy: handles are listed as first-name + last-initial unless the operator has published the full handle. The desk does not publish personal contact information. The desk does not publish a winning team screenshot — those are easy to fabricate.
How to be on the winners list: build your XI inside the salary cap; pick the captain from a player at a familiar venue; choose a contest from the ladder that matches your budget; lock in at least ten minutes before the toss; read the desk daily for captain reads and venue reads. The desk does not promise wins; the desk surfaces the read.
What the desk will not publish: a screenshot of a winning team (easy to fabricate), a personal handle without anonymisation, a prize claim without operator confirmation, a winner list from a non-public source. The desk surfaces the prize tier and the contest type; readers trust the operator on the rest.
The prize tier that delivers the best risk-adjusted return is the head-to-head, in the desk's read. The variance is low; the field size is small; the 1.8× payout covers the entry fee with a small upside. Mega contests deliver the largest upside but the highest variance; the desk has observed that mega contests reward patience and discipline, not chasing.
Frequently asked
How are winners verified?
Operator-published winner lists, public social posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through customer care.
Are handles anonymised?
Yes — first-name + last-initial, unless the operator has published the full handle.
What is the highest prize tier?
Mega contest with a prize pool of ₹10L+. Entry fees vary from ₹100 to ₹2,000.
How do I get on the winners list?
Build your XI inside the salary cap, pick the captain carefully, and read the desk daily.
How does the desk verify winners?
Three sources: the operator's published winner lists, public social media posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through the customer-care channel.
Are handles anonymised?
Yes — first-name + last-initial, unless the operator has published the full handle.
What is the highest prize tier the desk has verified?
Mega contests at ₹10L+. The desk has not verified any prize claim above this tier.
Can I win multiple prizes across formats?
Yes. The operator's contest ladder runs across formats; winning in one format does not affect eligibility in another.
How are winners verified?
Three sources: the operator's published winner lists, public social media posts by verified handles, and reader submissions through the customer-care channel.
Are handles anonymised?
Yes — first-name + last-initial, unless the operator has published the full handle.
What is the highest prize tier?
Mega contests at ₹10L+. Entry fees vary from ₹100 to ₹2,000.
Can I win multiple prizes across formats?
Yes. The operator's contest ladder runs across formats; winning in one format does not affect eligibility in another.
What is the desk's recommended contest ladder?
Start with practice, add head-to-head, finish with mega. The desk does not recommend skipping the practice tier.