22 Nov 2024
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin with intense anticipation, as the franchises have announced their retained players for the season. The teams revealed their retention lists on Thursday, October 31, marking a significant step towards the upcoming mega auction. The auction is going to take place on 24th and 25th November, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) considering hosting it in international venues like the United Arab Emirates, Muscat, Doha, or Riyadh.
For the 2025 season, each of the 10 IPL franchises has the option to retain a maximum of six players, which allows them to retain their core group while making space for new talent through the auction. With this retention strategy, each team aims to create a winning combination for the season. Here’s the complete list of retained players by each team and the remaining purse they have for the mega auction:
RCB has retained some of their star players who have been pivotal in their performances over the years. The franchise, led by the legendary Virat Kohli, will also rely on the explosive talent of Rajat Patidar and the pace attack of Yash Dayal.
Remaining Purse: ₹83 crore
CSK has stuck with some of their seasoned players, led by MS Dhoni, who continues to remain one of the most successful captains in IPL history. Alongside Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, and Shivam Dube are crucial players for the upcoming season. The team has also retained promising young talent in Matheesha Pathirana.
Remaining Purse: ₹55 crore
CSK's strategy seems to balance experience with youthful energy, as they aim for another title under Dhoni’s leadership.
Mumbai Indians, known for their strong core, have retained some of the biggest names in Indian cricket. The team continues to back experienced campaigners like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Suryakumar Yadav, all of whom have been instrumental in MI’s past successes. Additionally, the dynamic Tilak Varma is retained to ensure the franchise has the right mix of youth and experience.
Remaining Purse : ₹45 crore
With a strong retention strategy, MI is poised to stay competitive in the 2025 season while looking to bolster their squad at the auction.
Delhi Capitals has retained a core group that includes top performers like Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, both of whom have been standouts with the ball. The explosive power-hitting of Tristan Stubbs and the wicketkeeping prowess of Abishek Porel further add depth to their squad.
Remaining Purse : ₹73 crore
DC will look to make key acquisitions during the mega auction to strengthen their lineup further for a title push.
The defending champions have chosen to retain their key players who have been pivotal in their successful campaign. Rashid Khan and Shubman Gill are the standout names for the franchise, while Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, and Shahrukh Khan bring balance to the side. With a core group of these retained players, Gujarat Titans look set for another successful season.
Remaining Purse: ₹69 crore
Gujarat Titans will be looking to further strengthen their squad and defend their IPL title.
Lucknow has gone big on retaining Nicholas Pooran, who brings firepower in the middle order. Alongside Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, and Mohsin Khan add depth to the team’s bowling lineup, while Ayush Badoni provides balance to the squad.
Remaining Purse : ₹69 crore
LSG is well-equipped to strengthen their squad at the auction to mount a serious challenge in IPL 2025.
KKR has retained some of their most consistent performers like Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, and Sunil Narine. With their bowling attack bolstered by Varun Chakravarthy and Harshit Rana, KKR will be aiming to improve their performances in the 2025 season.
Remaining Purse : ₹51 crore
KKR will look to strengthen their middle-order and find a perfect balance between their established stars and new talent.
Rajasthan Royals has retained its dynamic opening pair of Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal, both of whom have been outstanding in recent seasons. They also retained Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, and Shimron Hetmyer as key figures in their middle order, with Sandeep Sharma providing vital pace options.
Remaining Purse: ₹41 crore
Rajasthan Royals will look to add more firepower and depth to their squad in the auction.
Sunrisers Hyderabad has retained some exciting young talent like Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, and the hard-hitting duo of Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen. Pat Cummins will lead the bowling attack, and SRH will be aiming to rebuild their team for a fresh start in 2025.
Remaining Purse : ₹45 crore
SRH will focus on strengthening their squad to return to the IPL's top ranks.
Punjab Kings have made minimal retentions, keeping Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh, while leaving ample room for major acquisitions at the auction.
Remaining Purse : ₹110.5 crore
With a significant amount of money available, PBKS has the flexibility to go all-in for top players in the mega auction.
Looking Ahead
As the IPL 2025 mega auction draws near, these retention lists serve as the foundation for each franchise’s strategy. With the retained players in place, teams now have the flexibility to fine-tune their squads
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