Friends, if you are a cricket lover, then you will be eagerly waiting for IPL 2025, which is the biggest cricket league in the world. The best players in the world participate in this league. If you are also one of them, then you should know that there will be a mega auction of IPL 2025 later this year. In reference to which the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is going to announce the retention policy soon. If reports are to be believed, the franchise may be allowed to retain five players each - three Indians and two foreigners. In such a situation, some players will be under special scrutiny, let's know about these players
Chennai Super Kings
MS Dhoni: Likely to be included in the retention list for another season.
Ruturaj Gaikwad: The selection of the captain of the team is certain.
Ravindra Jadeja: Another key Indian player is expected to remain.
Overseas players: Rachin Ravindra and Mathisha Pathirana are strong contenders.
Gujarat Titans
Shubman Gill: Almost guaranteed retention as captain.
Sai Sudharsan: A promising young talent.
Mohammed Shami: Key bowler likely to be retained.
Overseas players: Rashid Khan and David Miller are the top choices.
Kolkata Knight Riders
Shreyas Iyer: A solid choice for retention.
Rinku Singh: Rising star from last season.
Varun Chakravarthy: Crucial to the bowling lineup.
Veterans: Sunil Narine and Andre Russell could also remain.
Delhi Capitals
Rishabh Pant: Captain and cornerstone of the team.
Axar Patel: Crucial all-rounder.
Kuldeep Yadav: Key spinner in the lineup.
Young overseas talent: Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristian Stubbs could be retained.
Lucknow Super Giants
KL Rahul: Primary choice for captaincy.
Ravi Bishnoi: Strong spin option.
Ayush Badoni: Promising young player.
Overseas players: Nicholas Pooran and Marcus Stoinis are likely selections.
Mumbai Indians
Hardik Pandya: Star player and leader.
Suryakumar Yadav: Essential for batting depth.
Jasprit Bumrah: Crucial for the bowling attack.
Overseas players: Tim David and Gerald Coetzee can be retained.
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Virat Kohli: First choice.
Mohammed Siraj: Crucial bowler for the team.
Yash Dayal: Emerging talent to be retained.
Overseas players: Faf du Plessis and Will Jacks can also be retained.
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Pat Cummins: Expected to be retained as captain.
Travis Head: Crucial opener in the lineup.
Abhishek Sharma: A versatile player to be retained.
Overseas players: The team has options like Heinrich Klaasen.
Punjab Kings
Arshdeep Singh: Promising young bowler.
Ashutosh Sharma: Talented all-rounder.
Shashank Singh: Potential for growth.
Overseas players: Sam Curran and Kagiso Rabada are the likely candidates.
Rajasthan Royals
Sanju Samson: Captain and key batsman of the team.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: Young and dynamic player.
Riyan Parag: A vital part of the team.
Overseas players: Jos Buttler and Trent Boult could be retained.
As the IPL 2025 auction draws closer, teams will need to make strategic decisions to shape their rosters for another exciting season.
