The IPl 2025 retention list is out just now at 5:30 PM today, 31st October 2024. IPL 2025 retention highlights and player price list, with the IPL 2025 season on the horizon, teams have finalized their key player retentions, locking in some of the league’s most impactful stars. This year’s retention strategy saw franchises focusing on strengthening their cores with established performers and promising young talent, signalling the direction each team hopes to take. This article also include the available purse of each team before auction.
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IPL 2025 retention for each team
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Mumbai has retained a solid set of players, including their veteran captain Rohit Sharma (16.30 cr) and all-round star Hardik Pandya (16.35 cr). Jasprit Bumrah’s (18 cr) lethal bowling and Suryakumar Yadav’s (16.35 cr) batting prowess remain assets for MI, along with promising talents like Tilak Varma (8 cr) and Nehal Wadhera. These players, well-versed in the MI strategy, form the backbone of the team for the upcoming season.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
For Delhi, all-rounder Axar Patel (16.5 cr) and spinner Kuldeep Yadav (13 cr) continue to be central figures, providing balance in both the batting and bowling departments. Abishek Porel (4 cr), the emerging wicket-keeper, is also part of DC’s core, giving the squad a dynamic edge to build upon in the auction. Tristan Stubbs (10cr) is the last retained player for DC for the next 3 years.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Lucknow retained Nicholas Pooran (21 cr), known for his power-hitting, and Mohsin Khan (4 cr), whose pace bowling has been instrumental. The retention of Ayush Badoni, Ravi Bishnoi (11 cr), and Mayank Yadav (11 cr) underlines LSG’s commitment to a young and energetic roster, even as KL Rahul’s future with the team remains uncertain.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
With Sanju Samson (18 cr) at the helm, Rajasthan Royals have chosen to retain dynamic opener Yashasvi Jaiswal (18 cr), along with Riyan Parag (14 cr) and Dhruv Jurel (14 cr), who adds flexibility as an all-rounder. Hetmyer’s (11 cr) big-hitting capabilities and Sandeep Sharma’s (4 cr) bowling expertise complement the team’s balanced approach.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Virat Kohli (21 cr) leads RCB’s retention list, alongside Yash Dayal (5 cr) and the promising Rajat Patidar (11 cr). Kohli’s experience will be key for RCB as they strategize to strengthen their lineup in the auction.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH has brought on board Pat Cummins (18 cr) and retained power-hitter Heinrich Klaasen (23 cr), with Travis Head (14 cr) and Abhishek Sharma (14 cr) adding versatility. The addition of Nitish Rana (6 cr) as a retained player hints at SRH’s aggressive approach for the new season.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
KKR has retained Rinku Singh (13 cr) and all-rounder Andre Russell (11 cr), both of whom are integral to the team’s core. Varun Chakravarthy (12 cr), known for his mystery spin, and Harshit Rana (4 cr) will also stay with KKR, focusing on building an all-rounded squad for 2025. Ramandeep Singh (4 cr) is also retained in the KKT squad. Finally, Sunil Narine (11 cr) is also retained in the squad of KKR for the upcoming season.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
The Titans retain Rashid Khan (18 cr) and Shubman Gill (16.5 cr), key in past seasons. Sai Sudharsan (8.5 cr), Rahul Tewatia (4 cr), and Shahrukh Khan (4 cr) also remain with the Titans, aiming to replicate their previous successes.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK will retain its iconic leader, MS Dhoni (4cr), along with stalwarts Ravindra Jadeja (18cr), Shivam Dube (12cr), and Matheesha Pathirana (13 cr). Ruturaj Gaikwad (18cr), known for his consistent performances, will also continue as CSK aims for stability in the new season.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab Kings retain the young Prabhsimran (4 cr) and Shashank Singh (5.5 cr). This selection focuses on youth, aligning with PBKS’s long-term developmental goals for future IPL seasons.
These retentions set the stage for a thrilling IPL 2025 auction, where franchises will look to fill the gaps and strengthen their rosters to compete for the championship title.
Team purse available for the mega auction IPL 2025
Star players available for auctions
Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Ravi Ashwin and Ishan Kishan as star Indian players and Rachin Ravindra, M Starc, Devon Convoy, M Stoinis, G Maxwell, and Jos Buttler are a few top foreign players available to auction. Several top players were released by their teams for the upcoming season, creating excitement for the auction.
The Chennai Super Kings let go of experienced players, including Moeen Ali and Shardul Thakur. The Delhi Capitals released star players like David Warner. The Gujarat Titans parted ways with David Miller, while the Mumbai Indians chose not to retain Ishan Kishan. Additionally, the Punjab Kings opted not to keep Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran. These decisions reflect each team’s strategic choices as they aim to build stronger squads for the new season.
Key findings IPL retentions 2025
The IPL 2025 auction [24-25 November 2024 at Jeddha, Saudi Arabia] promises intense competition as teams with higher available budgets, like Punjab Kings, aim to strengthen their squads significantly, while teams with a more limited purse, such as Sunrisers Hyderabad, will strategize carefully to maximize their investments. With star players retained across franchises, the auction will bring opportunities for teams to fill key gaps, set the tone for the season, and build rosters with balanced strengths
