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  • KL Rahul’s Three-Word Response Sparks Rumours About Joining RCB in IPL 2025

    KL Rahul’s Three-Word Response Sparks Rumours About Joining RCB in IPL 2025

    KL Rahul’s animated conversation with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjeev Goenka during an IPL 2024 match has sparked speculation about his future with the franchise. Despite Goenka’s assertion that Rahul is a key part of the LSG family, the possibility of Rahul leaving remains, especially with a mega auction scheduled before the next IPL season. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is among the teams linked with the star batter.

    Rahul has a history with RCB, having played four seasons for them between 2013 and 2016. Recently, in a viral video, Rahul responded to an RCB fan’s query about his potential return to the team, saying, “Let’s hope so.”

    Goenka addressed the speculation during Zaheer Khan’s appointment as the team’s mentor. “I’ve been meeting KL regularly over the past three years. I’m surprised this meeting gained so much attention. We haven’t made any decisions yet; we’re waiting for the retention rules to be announced,” Goenka told reporters.

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    He continued, “KL has been an integral part of the LSG family since its inception. He’s like family to us and will continue to be.” On the matter of player retention and captaincy, Goenka mentioned that decisions would be made once the BCCI releases the new retention policies, which are expected to be clarified in the coming months.

  • IPL 2025 Auction To Have 4 Retentions and Only 2 RTMs: Reports

    IPL 2025 Auction To Have 4 Retentions and Only 2 RTMs: Reports

    As the IPL 2025 auction approaches, cricket fans remain eager yet uncertain about how the event will unfold, particularly regarding the retention of players and the strategies teams will adopt. The issue of player retention has become a hot topic, with some franchises pushing for the maximum number of retentions, while others prefer fewer retentions to build a fresh squad for the upcoming season.

    In the midst of this uncertainty, Boria Majumdar, a senior sports journalist from RevSportz, has reported that the IPL 2025 auction will likely allow each franchise to retain four players and use two Right to Match (RTM) cards.

    IPL 2025 Auction To Have 4 Retentions and Only 2 RTMs: Reports

    Franchises such as Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, and Sunrisers Hyderabad, which are eager to maintain their core team from the 2024 season, stand to benefit from these proposed rules. Meanwhile, franchises like Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Delhi Capitals had previously advocated for fewer retentions during a franchise meeting with the BCCI on July 31.

    Also Read: Can Rohit Sharma Break Mitchell Starc’s Record And Become The Most Expensive Player In IPL 2025?

    Additionally, the Impact Player rule, introduced in IPL 2023, was a key topic of discussion at the franchise meeting. There are also rumors that the BCCI might reintroduce a rule stating that a player will be considered uncapped if they have been retired from international cricket for five or more years.

    The final decision from the BCCI is expected in the first week of September. If the report of 4 retentions and 2 RTMs is confirmed, it could significantly impact how teams prepare for the 2025 season.

  • Who Can Break Mitchell Starc’s Record in IPL 2025 Auction?

    Who Can Break Mitchell Starc’s Record in IPL 2025 Auction?

    The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is still a while away, but excitement around the auctions is already building. With mega auctions returning after IPL 2022, franchises are gearing up to build their future squads.

    Debates are swirling about player retentions, Right to Match cards, and more. Some teams are even voicing their opposition to the mega auctions. Regardless of the debates, the auctions promise to be action-packed. The question on everyone’s mind is: Who will be the most expensive player? Will the record for the highest bid, set by Australia’s Mitchell Starc at INR 24.75 crore in the IPL auction history, be broken? Here are three Indian players who might break that record:

    Rohit Sharma: Former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma, who led the team to five titles, might be a hot prospect if he enters the auction. Though he has been succeeded by Hardik Pandya, and there were rumours of him leaving the franchise, Sharma’s pedigree as a T20 World Cup-winning captain and his aggressive batting make him a strong candidate to break Starc’s record.

    Rishabh Pant: Another player to watch is Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper who has had a stellar season in 2024 following his return from injury. If he enters the auction, his ability to bat anywhere from number three to six, keep wickets, and lead could make him a high-value target. His performance in the T20 World Cup 2024 only adds to his potential auction price.

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    Mayank Yadav: Pace is always in demand, and Mayank Yadav has made a name for himself with his speed. Known for the fastest delivery of IPL 2024 at 156.7 kph, Yadav’s pace could attract significant bids. However, his injury concerns could impact his retention by the Lucknow Super Giants. If he is released, he might command a hefty price from other franchises.

    As the auction approaches, these players could potentially set new records and stir up the excitement even further.

  • Rohit Sharma To Get ₹50 Crores in IPL 2025! These Two Teams are Preparing to Secure the Services of Hitman

    Rohit Sharma To Get ₹50 Crores in IPL 2025! These Two Teams are Preparing to Secure the Services of Hitman

    Mega auction is going to be held before IPL 2025. Which team will retain which players, such questions are increasing the enthusiasm of the people towards the auction. The biggest question is whether Rohit Sharma, who led Mumbai Indians to 5 titles as captain in IPL, will remain with this team for the next season or not. Rohit Sharma was removed from the captaincy last season. In such a situation, it is believed that he can now separate from the team. Meanwhile, a big news has come out. Two IPL teams have geared up to include Rohit in their team.

    Rohit Sharma To Get ₹50 Crores in IPL 2025! These Two Teams are Preparing to Secure the Services of Hitman

    Before IPL 2025, all teams will be allowed to retain only a few players. In such a situation, if Rohit Sharma is released, he will be seen in the auction. Meanwhile, some reports are claiming that if Rohit Sharma comes to the auction, then a historic bid is going to be placed on him.

    According to reports, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants have separately saved INR 50 crore each to buy Rohit. That is, both these teams want to spend a big amount to include Rohit in their team. However, it is difficult to tell how much truth is there in this news.

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    Rohit Sharma started his IPL career with Deccan Chargers. After this, he joined Mumbai Indians in 2011. Since then he has been playing for this team. Mumbai team retained Rohit for Rs 16 crore before IPL 2022. But before the start of last season, Mumbai included Hardik Pandya in their team and handed over the captaincy to him. After this, news came out that all is not well between Mumbai Indians and Rohit Sharma.

    Mumbai Indians made Rohit the captain in the year 2013. He was successful in making Mumbai Indians the champion in the very first season as captain. After this, he made Mumbai Indians team the champion of IPL in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020. He is one of the most successful captains of IPL. But after this, some seasons were bad for his team and then he was removed from the captaincy last season.

  • 3 Overseas Players Who Can Remain Unsold in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    3 Overseas Players Who Can Remain Unsold in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Every year many players get a chance during the IPL auction. Not only Indians but many foreign cricketers also become a part of IPL and earn fame all over the world by performing brilliantly here. However, there are many cricketers for whom bidding is not done in IPL. Teams select players according to their own combinations. For this reason, many players remain unsold.

    Some foreign players can also go unsold during the IPL 2025 auction. Perhaps this time no team will bid for these players in the auction. These players do not fit in the team combination and due to this it may be difficult to sell them. In this article, we will take a look at three such players who could remain unsold during the mega auction of Indian Premier League 2025.

    3 Overseas Players Could Go Unsold in IPL 2025 Auction

    1. Matthew Wade

    3 Overseas Players Who Can Remain Unsold in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Australia’s wicketkeeper batsman Matthew Wade can also go unsold during the IPL auction. Last season he was a part of Gujarat Titans. However, he got a chance to play in only 2 matches, in which he could score only 4 runs. Looking at Matthew Wade’s performance, it can be said that he too can go unsold during the IPL auction.

    2. Mohammad Nabi

    3 Overseas Players Who Can Remain Unsold in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Former Afghanistan captain and all-rounder Mohammad Nabi may also remain unsold during the IPL 2025 auction. There is little chance of a bid for him this time. Now Nabi’s performance is not the same as he used to do earlier. Last season he was a part of Mumbai Indians but he got a chance to play in only 7 matches, in which he was able to take only 2 wickets.

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    3. Kane Williamson

    3 Overseas Players Who Can Remain Unsold in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Kane Williamson can also go unsold in the IPL auction this time. For the last few seasons, he has not been able to perform like that in the IPL. Williamson remains in the Gujarat Titans team but he has not got much chance to play. For this reason, it seems difficult for Kane Williamson to be sold in the auction this time. He may go unsold in IPL 2025.

  • IPL 2025 Mega Auction Rules to be Announced on This Date

    IPL 2025 Mega Auction Rules to be Announced on This Date

    The IPL 2025 auction is generating significant excitement for several reasons. After meeting with the owners of all 10 franchises to discuss various inputs, the BCCI is preparing to make a crucial announcement regarding the IPL retention policy. Fans and teams alike are eagerly awaiting this verdict, but when exactly will the BCCI reveal the details?

    The BCCI is expected to announce the IPL 2025 mega auction retention rules, with the announcement likely to take place by the end of August, as reported by Cricbuzz. The retention rules will be crucial for teams as they prepare for the auction, scheduled for the end of the year. The expectation is that the BCCI will finalize these rules by the end of this month, allowing franchises to strategize more effectively, knowing they can retain up to four players.

    Also Read: Is Rohit Sharma going to become captain again? Here is What Hitman Said Ahead of IPL 2025

    The current IPL retention policy has become a hot topic, especially in light of MS Dhoni’s situation. Many franchises are pushing for an increase in the number of players they can retain. Under the current rules, a franchise can retain a maximum of three Indian players and two overseas players before the auction. However, there is growing support among franchises to raise this limit to eight. Additionally, some reports suggest that teams are advocating for the reintroduction of the Right to Match (RTM) option, which was last available in the 2018 auction.

  • Is Rohit Sharma going to become captain again? Here is What Hitman Said Ahead of IPL 2025

    Is Rohit Sharma going to become captain again? Here is What Hitman Said Ahead of IPL 2025

    Rohit Sharma, who won 5 titles as captain for Mumbai Indians in IPL, has once again hinted at becoming the captain before IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians removed him from the captaincy last season, in his place Hardik Pandya was given the command of the team. But now the Hitman has hinted at becoming the captain again. At the CEAT Awards held in Mumbai, Rohit told the reason for his success in IPL as a captain and during this time he said something which was indicating that this legend can be seen captaining again in the next season. Here is what Rohit said?

    Is Rohit Sharma going to become captain again? Here is What Hitman Said Ahead of IPL 2025

    Rohit Sharma’s big statement

    Rohit Sharma told that he has won five trophies in IPL and there is a special reason for this. He said, ‘There is a reason for winning five titles in IPL. I am not going to stop. Because when you get the taste of winning matches, you do not want to stop, you keep moving forward as a team. We will keep trying to achieve the same thing in future as well.’

    Now the question is, is Rohit Sharma going to become the captain again? Because now Rohit is not the captain of any team. But there were definitely reports that he can go ahead and join some other team outside Mumbai Indians and Rohit can also get its command. However, it is difficult to say how much truth is there in these reports.

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    Rohit’s amazing record in IPL as captain

    Rohit Sharma is the most successful player in IPL as a captain. Rohit took over the captaincy of Mumbai Indians in 2013 and under his leadership the team won the title five times. Under Rohit’s captaincy, Mumbai won the IPL in 2013, 2015 and in 2017 as well.

    After this, the Mumbai team won the IPL consecutively in 2019 and 2020. However, before 2024, Mumbai Indians replaced Rohit with Hardik Pandya as the captain, after which the team’s performance was very poor. However, Rohit definitely made Team India win the T20 World Cup.

  • Preity Zinta to Remove Dhawan from Captaincy! Rohit will be the New Captain of Punjab Kings in IPL 2025- Reports

    Preity Zinta to Remove Dhawan from Captaincy! Rohit will be the New Captain of Punjab Kings in IPL 2025- Reports

    Indian cricket team’s T20 World Cup winning captain Rohit Sharma is resting these days. Before the Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL 2024) season, Rohit Sharma was stripped of the captaincy by his IPL franchise Mumbai Indians and handed over to Hardik Pandya. After which Rohit Sharma had made up his mind to leave Mumbai Indians due to displeasure. That means he is all set to enter the IPL auction once again after many years. 

    Preity Zinta to Remove Dhawan from Captaincy! Rohit will be the New Captain of Punjab Kings in IPL 2025- Reports

    The captain of the Indian cricket team can join Punjab Kings before this year’s mega auction and the team owner Preity Zinta can hand over the captaincy of her team to him. Preity Zinta has already expressed her desire to include Rohit Sharma in her team. Preity Zinta had said about Rohit Sharma that if he comes to the auction, we will try our best to add him to our team because our team is very good and we just need a captain.

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    Shikhar Dhawan may leave captaincy

    Shikhar Dhawan has been captaining Punjab Kings for the last few seasons in the Indian Premier League. A few years ago, Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma were opening the innings for India together. However, left-handed opener Shikhar Dhawan is currently out of Team India. Shikhar was injured during the last two IPL seasons and in such a situation can leave the captaincy of Punjab Kings for his friend Rohit Sharma and considering his fitness.

    Rohit and Dhawan can open the innings

    Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and Team India’s left-handed explosive batsman Shikhar Dhawan can open the innings for Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League 2024. Both the players have opened for the Indian cricket team for a long time. In such a situation, it will be a pleasant experience for cricket fans to see them opening the innings together once again. With both of them in the same team, the fan following of Punjab Kings is also sure to increase.

  • Kavya Maran Set to Buy This English Player for IPL 2025- Reports

    Kavya Maran Set to Buy This English Player for IPL 2025- Reports

    A mega auction will be organized before the Indian Premier League 2025. In which all the teams will have to release many of their star players. In such a situation, before the 18th season of IPL (IPL 2025), all the teams have started preparations for the mega auction. In such a situation, bids worth crores are sure to be placed on many players. Now as per the recent reports, IPL 2024 runners-up Sunrisers Hyderabad owner Kavya Maran is keen to buy this English cricketer.

    Kavya Maran Set to Buy This English Player for IPL 2025- Reports

    Indian Premier League team SRH owner Kavya Maran’s team reached the final last year i.e. in the IPL 2024 season. However, the Kolkata Knight Riders team won the title by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final. Kavya Maran does not want any mistake this time. In such a situation, she can bid up to fifty crores to include England cricket team’s fast bowler Jofra Archer in her team. Jofra Archer is known for his stormy speed along with accurate line and length.

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    Jofra Archer is performing brilliantly in The Hundred League

    Jofra Archer has been away from international cricket for a long time and is often troubled by injury. However, at present he is a part of The Hundred League being played in England and is bowling brilliantly. Archer has become a problem for the batsmen with his speed and line length. In such a situation, there can be a fierce bid on his name in the Indian Premier League 2025 and this bid can go up to fifty crores, yet Kavya Maran will try to include him in her team.

    Earlier Jofra Archer was part of the Mumbai Indians franchise

    The fast bowler used to be a part of Mumbai Indians, which won the Indian Premier League title for the most number of times, five times, under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. However, he was released due to being away from the field due to constant injury. In such a situation, Jofra Archer is free to participate in the mega auction of the Indian Premier League this year. In such a situation, it remains to be seen which teams bid for him this time.

  • Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    The IPL 2025 Mega Auction for the Indian Premier League 2025 is being discussed daily these days. Meanwhile, all the teams have also started their preparations for the mega auction. This time many big names can come up in the auction. After this mega auction, the team of many big players will change. This time many big names can come up in the auction. After this mega auction, the team of many big players will change. Many big names are included in this list.

    Delhi Capitals played 14 matches this season. During this, they won seven and lost seven times. They could not do anything special this season. This season Rishabh Pant returned to the team as captain, who was also the highest run-scorer for DC this season. The team could not make it to the playoffs this season. Delhi Capitals will definitely want to build a strong team for the next season. Delhi Capitals can retain some veteran players for the upcoming season.

    Delhi Capitals can retain these 4 players

    1) Rishabh Pant

    Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    Rishabh Pant could not play in IPL 2023 due to being seriously injured in a car accident in December 2022. Finally, Rishabh Pant returned this season and was the highest run-scorer for Delhi Capitals in the season. This season, Rishabh Pant scored 446 runs in 13 matches at a good average of 40.5. Rishabh Pant is in great demand in the IPL market. Rishabh Pant currently takes INR 16 crore to play a season. In such a situation, Delhi Capitals can retain Rishabh Pant in the mega auction.

    2) Axar Patel

    Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    For the last several seasons, the entire team of Delhi Capitals has been full of young players. In such a situation, Axar Patel has been seen playing for Delhi Capitals for the last 5 seasons, which makes him one of the most experienced players in the squad. Axar Patel scored 235 runs in 14 matches this season and also took 11 wickets. Axar Patel was one of the best all-rounders in IPL 2024. Axar Patel got INR 12 crore to play in IPL 2024.

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    3) Kuldeep Yadav

    Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    Kuldeep Yadav’s place in the Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2025 is almost certain. He has been a part of the Delhi Capitals franchise since 2022 and Kuldeep Yadav has taken 16 wickets this season. Due to his ability to take wickets on important occasions, the Delhi Capitals management would not want to release Kuldeep Yadav under any circumstances. Kuldeep Yadav currently gets INR 2 crore for playing a season.

    4) Jake Fraser McGurk

    Top 4 Players Delhi Capitals Should Retain Before IPL Mega Auction

    Young Australian batsman Jake Fraser McGurk has made his place in everyone’s hearts with his performance this year. Jake Fraser McGurk has created havoc for Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League and then for Dubai Capitals in the UAE T20 League. Jake Fraser McGurk has scored 330 runs this season while batting at a blistering strike rate of 234. Jake Fraser McGurk was roped in by Delhi Capitals for INR 50 lakh. The Delhi Capitals team can retain him in the mega auction.