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  • 3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    KKR prepared a tremendous squad and kept its level of play at the top throughout the season. However, now there is a mega auction before the next season and in such a situation the squad of almost all the teams will change. For this reason, Kolkata Knight Riders will also have to release many of their players, who contributed significantly in making the team the champion.

    3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Every team is already engaged in planning for IPL 2025 and the Kolkata franchise will also make a strong plan to retain and release the players, so that its combination is not spoiled for the next season. If every team is allowed to retain only 1 player and use RTM for 2, then only 3 players can be retained. In this article, we will look at 3 such players, whom KKR can keep with them.

    3 Players KKR Might Retain Ahead of IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    1. Shreyas Iyer

    3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Shreyas Iyer, who missed the 16th season of IPL due to injury, made a strong comeback in IPL 2024 and made Kolkata Knight Riders the champion with his excellent captaincy. Apart from this, he also scored 351 runs in batting. KKR will be eyeing to retain Shreyas again, as he has the quality of both captaincy and batting.

    2. Rinku Singh

    3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Rinku Singh did not get much chance to show his flair for KKR in the 17th season of IPL, but he performed brilliantly for Team India in the shortest format. Rinku is a great finisher and has the ability to score fast runs in the last overs. He has also proved this for KKR in the last few seasons. In such a situation, Rinku can also be retained.

    Also Read: Not Rahul Dravid! But KKR can name this veteran South African player as a replacement for Gautam Gambhir

    3. Harshit Rana

    3 Players KKR Should Retain Before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

    Harshit Rana bowled brilliantly for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024 and was the most successful fast bowler for the team with 19 wickets. Harshit showed his magic with the new ball as well as in the last overs and impressed everyone. This bowler is considered to be the future of KKR and the team can definitely retain him.

  • IPL 2025 to Feature 84 Matches? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Clarifies: ‘It’s in the Contract, But…’

    IPL 2025 to Feature 84 Matches? BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Clarifies: ‘It’s in the Contract, But…’

    The IPL remains divided over the relevance of the mega auction. Teams with strong squads argue it should be discontinued, while those with weaker teams favor its continuation. Discussions are ongoing, and a decision is expected soon. Ultimately, the BCCI will make the final call, but Secretary Jay Shah emphasized that both majority and minority opinions will be given equal consideration.

    “We’ve heard all the franchises’ views,” Shah told Cricbuzz. “For us, a minority view is as important as the majority opinion. Ultimately, the BCCI office-bearers will decide. Those with a strong team believe the big auction is unnecessary, while those with a weaker side want it to continue.” Shah also hinted that the mega auction might not be entirely scrapped, noting, “Continuity is as important as shuffling for the growth of the game.”

    Another significant topic under discussion is increasing the number of matches from 74 to 84 in the next season. With the IPL expanding from eight to ten teams, the number of matches has not risen proportionally (based on the home-and-away format, there should ideally be 94 matches, including playoffs and the final). However, considering the packed international calendar, player workload, and the limited window, this could present a challenge.

    Also Read: Suryakumar Yadav Set to Join RCB for IPL 2025; Virat Kohli also Supports his Appointment as Captain- Reports

    “Nothing is confirmed,” Shah stated. “We will collectively decide. We have to consider the players’ workload and the available window. It’s in the contract, but the final decision rests with the BCCI.”

    Additionally, the BCCI is considering adding a sixth team to the Women’s Premier League, depending on the availability of players. Meanwhile, the BCCI has also suggested that the ICC create a dedicated fund for Test cricket, given the high costs of hosting Test matches.

    “I am a member of the ICC’s Finance and Commercial Affairs (F&CA) committee, and I have proposed a dedicated fund for Test cricket. Hosting Test matches is very expensive. If the ICC Board approves, we can move forward with this initiative. We are working on creating a special fund for Test cricket,” Shah added.

  • Rohit and Virat to Open for RCB in IPL 2025, Franchise to Make Hitman the Captain As Well- Reports

    Rohit and Virat to Open for RCB in IPL 2025, Franchise to Make Hitman the Captain As Well- Reports

    Rohit and Virat can be seen playing for the same team in the Indian Premier League. Virat Kohli’s franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore can include Rohit Sharma in their team before the mega auction this year. Virat Kohli has been seen opening the innings for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League for the last several years. At the same time, Rohit Sharma was seen opening the innings for Mumbai Indians till now. In such a situation, if RCB includes Rohit Sharma in the team, then both the players can be seen opening the innings in IPL.

    Rohit and Virat to Open for RCB in IPL 2025, Franchise to Make Hitman the Captain As Well- Reports

    RCB can make Rohit Sharma the captain

    Virat Kohli’s franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore can hand over the role of captain of the team to Rohit Sharma in the Indian Premier League in 2025. Earlier, Rohit Sharma has captained Mumbai Indians. However, Mumbai Indians took back the captaincy from Rohit Sharma last season and handed it over to Hardik Pandya. At the same time, the RCB team has been looking for a captain for the last several years, so RCB can make Rohit Sharma the captain.

    Also Read: How Many Retentions will be Allowed in IPL 2025 Auction? Details Revealed

    Rohit Sharma has won five IPL titles as a Captain

    Rohit Sharma has won five IPL titles for the franchise while captaining Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. Rohit Sharma won the IPL title while captaining in the first season itself. Rohit Sharma won the IPL title in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020. In such a situation, the Royal Challengers Bangalore team can give the captaincy to Rohit Sharma and Rohit Sharma can give RCB its first IPL title.

  • Will Virat Kohli Leave RCB and Now Play for CSK? Know the Truth Here!

    Will Virat Kohli Leave RCB and Now Play for CSK? Know the Truth Here!

    Every day, some news or rumors are circulating about the IPL 2025. However, not all the news are 100% correct, some are just spread to create buzz around. One such news that is nowadays circulating is regarding star player of Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise i.e. Virat Kohli. Virat made his debut for the Bangalore based franchise since 2008 and is still playing for them.

    Will Virat Kohli Leave RCB and Now Play for CSK? Know the Truth Here!

    Despite Virat Kohli’s strong performance, his team Royal Challengers Bangalore could not progress beyond the eliminator match in the IPL. RCB has not won a single title in the IPL so far. However, Kohli’s dream is to make RCB the champion. Virat Kohli had said in an old interview that he wants to make RCB the champion in the IPL. But his dream has not come true yet.

    Will Virat Kohli leave RCB?

    The mega auction of IPL is to be held next year. Before the mega auction, the suspense remains about many players. In such a situation, some talks are going on about Virat Kohli on social media. Some fans are writing through social media that Virat Kohli will leave Royal Challengers Bangalore next year and join Chennai Super Kings. However, no such updates have come out so far. Therefore, it can be believed that all the things being said by the fans and are fake so far.

    Also Read: Dinesh Karthik’s Shocking IPL Comeback: Just 30 Days After Retirement, Joins RCB in Major Role

    RCB will retain Virat Kohli!

    Virat Kohli had clearly said about IPL that he does not want to play this tournament for any other team except Royal Challengers Bangalore. In such a situation, Kohli will remain a part of RCB as long as he plays IPL. Next year i.e. during IPL 2025, Virat will also be retained by the RCB team. Kohli started his IPL career with RCB and he would like to end it with the same team. However, anything cannot be assured as we have already witnessed some major changes in the IPL.

  • Along with Faf and Maxwell, RCB to Release Virat Kohli as Well- Reports

    Along with Faf and Maxwell, RCB to Release Virat Kohli as Well- Reports

    According to the news coming from sources, RCB franchise will not sign a contract with star cricketer Virat Kohli in IPL 2025. Apart from this, 5 other players including Faf du Plessis, who captained this team last season, is also going to be removed. The other names that may be released include Glenn Maxwell, Mohammad Siraj, Tom Curran and Alzari Joseph.

    Along with Faf and Maxwell, RCB to Release Virat Kohli as Well- Reports

    When it comes to the best batter of modern day cricket, Kohli’s name will come at the top. This player has scored a lot of runs in all three formats of Test, ODI and T20. At the same time, the right-handed batsman has made so many records, which is not going to be easy for any young player to break. However, questions are often raised about his strike rate in limited overs cricket.

    Apart from this, in the recently played ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Virat Kohli flopped in the entire tournament except the final match. In such a situation, it would not be wrong to say that after T20 International, his career in IPL can also end. RCB can release him in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League.

    Also Read: RCB to Release Glenn Maxwell before IPL 2025 Mega Auction- Australian Cricketer Unfollows the Franchise on Instagram

    These 5 players will also be released from the team

    A mega auction will be organized before IPL 2025. In this, bids will be placed on many great players of the world. Also, all the teams can retain only 3 players. That is, they will have to release the remaining 22 players of their team. This means that RCB will also have to discharge Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Mohammed Siraj, Tom Curran, Alzarri Joseph from the team.

  • Steve Smith Confirms Participation in IPL 2025

    Steve Smith Confirms Participation in IPL 2025

    Australian cricket icon Steve Smith has announced his intention to enter the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, marking a potential return to the league after a two-year break. The former Australian captain, who last played in the IPL in 2021, has seen renewed interest in his T20 career following his outstanding performance in Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024.

    Steve Smith Confirms Participation in IPL 2025

    Smith played a pivotal role in leading Washington Freedom to their first-ever MLC title, excelling as both captain and top run-scorer. He amassed 336 runs with an impressive strike rate of 148.67, finishing as the tournament’s third-highest run-scorer. His 52-ball 88 in the final was crucial in securing a commanding 96-run victory for his team.

    Also Read: Before IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians to release Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah- Reports

    Eager to rejoin the IPL, Smith expressed his excitement, stating, “I’d love to be part of the IPL once again. I’ll be putting my name in the auction.” His last IPL appearance was with the Delhi Capitals in 2021, where he played under the leadership of Rishabh Pant.

  • Before IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians to release Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah- Reports

    Before IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians to release Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah- Reports

    Since the end of IPL 2024, all the teams have been busy preparing for IPL 2025. If media reports are to be believed, many teams can be seen making big changes in their squad. It is being said that the players who have had differences with the management will be removed from the squad at all costs. Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful teams of IPL, that before IPL 2025, the management may show the way out to many senior players of its squad. Along with this, it is also being said that the management can also exclude many foreign players from the squad.

    Before IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians to release Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah- Reports

    The management of Mumbai Indians removed Rohit Sharma from the post of captain of the team before IPL 2024 and appointed Hardik Pandya as the captain of the team in his place. Due to this, there were differences between the management and other key players of the team. To eliminate this difference of opinion in the team, players like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav can be dropped by the management before IPL 2025. Along with this, the management will also drop 6 more players.

    MI Management will also drop these 6 players

    Before IPL 2025, many big changes can be seen in the squad of Mumbai Indians. It is being said that all the players who are close to Rohit Sharma will be selected by the management and dropped from the squad. If media reports are to be believed, before IPL 2025, the management of Mumbai Indians can consider showing the way out of the squad to players like Piyush Chawla, Tilak Verma, Tim David, Akash Madhwal, Nehal Wadhera and Shams Mulani. After this news, campaigns are also being run by Mumbai supporters on social media.

    Also Read: ‘Rohit Sharma Will Faint in ODI World Cup 2017’: Ex-Indian Cricketer Furious At Gautam Gambhir’s ‘U-Turn’

    Hardik Pandya will remain the captain of the team in IPL 2025

    Before IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians to release Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah- Reports

    It is being said that the management of Mumbai Indians will hand over the command of their team to Hardik Pandya for IPL 2025. Hardik Pandya has failed as a captain in IPL 2024 and due to this it was believed that the management would not make him the captain. But the recent equations have put all the speculations behind.

  • If Not Mumbai Indians! Suryakumar Yadav Might Become the Captain of These 3 IPL Teams- Reports

    If Not Mumbai Indians! Suryakumar Yadav Might Become the Captain of These 3 IPL Teams- Reports

    Suryakumar Yadav has been made the captain of the Indian T20 team. After which now there are speculations that Surya can also become the captain in IPL. Actually, at this time Surya plays IPL for Mumbai Indians team. Hardik is the captain of Mumbai Indians. But the Board of Control for Cricket in India has taken a big decision by making Surya the captain of the T20 team. After which there is a stir in the IPL franchises. This year IPL mega auction is going to happen.

    If Not Mumbai Indians! Suryakumar Yadav Might Become the Captain of These 3 IPL Teams- Reports

    Under which Surya may decide to leave Mumbai Indians and go to the auction, if this happens then the other IPL franchises will try hard to include him in their team. In 2021, Surya was retained by MI for INR 8 crore. But in the IPL 2023, Mumbai removed Rohit and made Hardik the new captain, after which speculations started that some players including Surya are unhappy with this decision. In such a situation, he can take a big decision ahead of the 2025 auction.

    These 3 teams can appoint Suryakumar Yadav as their new captain

    1- Lucknow Super Giants

    The Lucknow team is looking for a new captain. If Surya comes in the auction, then the Lucknow Supergiants team can spend a lot of money to include Suryakumar Yadav in their team. By buying Surya, Lucknow can make him the captain of their team.

    2- Royal Challengers Bangalore

    The Royal Challengers Bangalore team is also looking for a new captain now. RCB has not won the IPL title even once so far. Faf has turned 40. Now the Royal Challengers Bangalore team is also thinking about the future. If Surya comes in the auction, then the Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise can try its best to include him in their team.

    3- Kolkata Knight Riders

    At present, Shreyas Iyer is the captain of KKR. Under the captaincy of Iyer, KKR won the 2024 IPL title. Actually, Gambhir is the coach of Team India and Surya is the captain of the T20 team. Now if Gambhir wants, he can send Surya to KKR. Actually, Surya has played for KKR and was also the vice-captain of the team. Now it remains to be seen what equations are formed regarding Suryakumar Yadav after the IPL mega auction comes closer.

    Also Read: Rishabh Pant to Join CSK in IPL 2025?

    Will Mumbai Indians make Surya the captain?

    Now that Suryakumar Yadav is the captain of the T20 team, it is possible that the Mumbai Indians franchise may change the captaincy in the next season and make Surya the captain in place of Hardik. Rohit also likes Surya, in such a situation, now a big question has arisen in front of the Mumbai franchise. This time it will be interesting to see whether Mumbai retains Surya or not, if it retains, then how many crores it pays to keep him in the team. The coming time is going to be very beneficial for Suryakumar Yadav.

  • James Anderson to Target IPL 2025 Comeback? Former England Pacer Aims for T20 Return

    James Anderson to Target IPL 2025 Comeback? Former England Pacer Aims for T20 Return

    In an unexpected turn of events, former England pacer James Anderson is eyeing a return to T20 cricket, with a potential appearance in the IPL 2025 capturing the imagination of cricket fans worldwide. Although Anderson has been largely focused on Test cricket, recent observations of T20 leagues have reignited his passion for the shorter format.

    James Anderson, who retired from international T20s in 2014 to concentrate on Test cricket, has continued to impress with his performances and longevity in the game. Despite his age, Anderson’s skill and resilience have remained evident. His recent interest in T20 cricket has been fueled by watching The Hundred 2024, where he saw opportunities for his expertise. “I watch The Hundred and see the ball swinging around in the first 20 balls and I think: ‘I can do that, I can still do that,’” Anderson shared on The Final Word podcast. “Franchise cricket is something I’ve never done.”

    Also read: James Anderson Announces Shocking Comeback in White-Ball Cricket

    Anderson’s career is distinguished by numerous Test records, but his T20 statistics—41 wickets in 44 matches at an economy rate of 8.47—demonstrate his capability in the format. Although he retired from international T20s to pave the way for new talent, his continued success in county cricket and his role as a mentor to the England Test team highlight his enduring passion.

    Speculation about Anderson’s involvement in IPL 2025 is growing, as franchise teams might benefit from his experience and skill. Despite his absence from recent white-ball cricket, Anderson’s tactical insight and ability to swing the new ball could prove valuable. Reflecting on his physical condition, Anderson remarked, “My body has at no stage started to feel like it’s 42. I still feel I could potentially have something to offer.” His commitment to the game suggests he is ready to embrace new challenges in the T20 format.

  • KL Rahul to leave Lucknow Super Giants, may return to RCB- Reports

    KL Rahul to leave Lucknow Super Giants, may return to RCB- Reports

    Fans are going to see a lot of changes in the upcoming season of IPL. A meeting is going to be held soon between BCCI and franchise owners, in which many important decisions can be taken. The process of retaining and trading players will start before the auction. Many such reports have come out related to IPL 2025, which fans will not like. One such report has come about KL Rahul. According to that, KL Rahul may leave Lucknow Super Giants before the next season.

    KL Rahul to leave Lucknow Super Giants, may return to RCB- Reports

    According to reports by, all is not well between KL Rahul and the Lucknow franchise. A few months ago, after the end of an IPL match, a heated argument was seen between franchise owner Sanjiv Goenka and KL Rahul, for which the franchise owner was also criticized. A few days after the incident, Goenka invited KL Rahul for dinner. During this, both hugged. From that picture it seemed that everything is fine between the two.

    KL Rahul joined the team in 2022 and led the team to the playoffs in consecutive seasons. But could not reach the knockout stage of the tournament. Last season the team finished seventh in the points table. According to the report, KL Rahul may rejoin Royal Challengers Bangalore. The franchise is looking for an Indian player who can captain them, as Virat Kohli has decided to not continue captaining the franchise.

    Also Read: KL Rahul to Leave LSG ahead of IPL 2025- 3 Teams Might Buy Him in the Auction

    In 2022, Virat Kohli left the captaincy of RCB and Faf du Plessis became the new captain of the team but now 40-year-old Faf cannot be with the franchise for long. Rahul started his IPL career with RCB in 2013 and then went to Hyderabad but then he returned and was part of the RCB team that reached the final in 2016. Rahul finished the season as the 11th-highest run-scorer and RCB’s third, with 397 runs from 14 matches.