5 Big Surprises That Could Happen Before IPL 2025 Auction
With the IPL 2025 auction coming up, some big decisions might be made by the teams. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) hasn’t shared the official guidelines yet for which players can be kept or released by the teams. But rumors have already started! 😯
It’s expected that teams may only be allowed to keep 5-6 players from their current squads. Some teams are hoping to keep up to 8, but it’s not confirmed yet. 🤔 Also, there’s a lot of talk about MS Dhoni’s future, with Chennai Super Kings even suggesting that an old rule be brought back just for him! 🐯
Let’s take a look at 5 superstar players who could be released before the IPL 2025 auction:
Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma joined Mumbai Indians in 2011, and since then, he has become one of the most successful captains in IPL history. Under his leadership, MI has won 5 IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020), more than any other team. He has been a consistent performer with the bat, scoring over 6000 runs in his IPL career, making him one of the top run-getters in the league. However, his recent form has dipped, and in 2024, he hinted that it could be his last season with MI. With Hardik Pandya now leading, Rohit’s future with the team seems uncertain. 💔
KL Rahul
KL Rahul joined Lucknow Super Giants in 2022 and was named their captain. Before that, he played for Punjab Kings, where he made a name for himself as a top-order batter. Rahul has been one of the most consistent performers in recent years, scoring 590+ runs in four consecutive seasons from 2018 to 2021. However, his captaincy has been questioned, and his strike rate in T20s has often been a point of debate. With LSG looking for a new leader and Rahul out of India’s T20I squad, his time at Lucknow might be over. 👋
Faf du Plessis
Faf du Plessis joined Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2022 and was immediately made captain of the team. Before this, he was a key player for Chennai Super Kings, where he won three IPL titles (2011, 2018, 2021). Faf has been a reliable top-order batter, scoring 600+ runs in the 2021 season for CSK. However, at 40 years old, his performances have slowed down. RCB had a mixed season in 2024, and with a chance to rebuild, they may choose to release Faf and find a younger captain. ⏳
Venkatesh Iyer
Venkatesh Iyer became an overnight sensation in the second half of the 2021 season when he helped Kolkata Knight Riders reach the finals. His aggressive batting and useful bowling made him one of the most promising all-rounders in Indian cricket. Iyer scored 370 runs in IPL 2021, with some match-winning performances at the top of the order. However, with KKR having players like Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, and Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh might not make the cut for the limited retention spots. His future with the franchise remains unclear. 😬
Glenn Maxwell:
Glenn Maxwell joined Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2021, and the franchise spent a whopping INR 14.25 crore on him. He had a stellar 2021 season, scoring 513 runs with a strike rate of over 140. However, his form dropped significantly in 2024, with inconsistent performances both with the bat and ball. RCB might feel they need a more reliable player for such a high price tag and could release Maxwell ahead of the 2025 auction. 💸
These are just rumors for now, but big changes could be coming before the IPL 2025 auction! Stay tuned for more updates! 🔥
