The IPL 2025 mega auction is on the horizon, and excitement is building around the player retention announcements, set for October 31, 2024. Fans are eagerly awaiting updates on which players will remain with their franchises and who might enter the auction pool, making way for fresh lineup changes.
Key Details:
- Deadline for Team Retentions: October 31, 2024, at 5 PM IST.
- Live Broadcast Timing: The announcements and analysis will be televised at 4 PM IST on October 31, 2024.
Where to Watch:
- Television Broadcast: Catch the live coverage on the Star Sports network.
- Live Streaming: Watch the IPL retentions on JioCinema.
New Retention Rules:
The IPL Governing Council has updated retention guidelines for franchises:
- Teams can retain up to six players: a maximum of five capped players and two uncapped.
- Capped players not active in international cricket for the past five years can now be retained as uncapped, fueling speculation that players like MS Dhoni could be retained by Chennai Super Kings under this category.
Revised Auction Purse
The auction purse for franchises has increased to ₹120 crore, with a new salary cap set at ₹146 crore. This adjustment allows teams greater flexibility to secure talent while balancing experienced players and newcomers.
With October 31 approaching, fans are excited to see which players will remain as core members of their favorite franchises and who might head to