The IPL 2025 retention date is not far away as fans wait for the announcement of retained players for IPL 2025. To note, the franchises have to submit the list of retained players to the BCCI by October 31. While the franchises will aim to retain their core before the auction, some teams could be without the services of even their captains. On that note, let us check out 3 captains who might be released from their respective teams before the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Captains who might be released before IPL 2025
Rishabh Pant (Delhi Capitals)
Rishabh Pant is one of the captains who could get released before the IPL 2025 mega auction. There are reports that Rishabh could be part of the auction. The exact reason behind Rishabh reportedly not staying with Delhi Capitals (DC) isn’t known. He joined DC as a youngster in IPL 2016 and has been part of the team since then. Rishabh took over as DC’s skipper in 2021. DC are yet to win the IPL title. There are also some reports that Pant is likely to join the Chennai Super Kings for the next edition.
Faf du Plessis (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will need to spend away a lot of money if they decide to retain Virat Kohli, Mohd Siraj, and Faf du Plessis together. If RCB wishes to introduce balance into their squad and construct a solid bowling unit then they have to go into the auction with a stacked purse, which might also play a crucial role in the decision to retain Du Plessis.
KL Rahul (Lucknow Super Giants)
Multiple reports have already confirmed that KL Rahul looks all but set to get released by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). He joined LSG before IPL 2022 and has had a three-year stint with them so far. LSG haven’t played an IPL final yet. The franchise is unlikely to use the RTM card on him. Rahul should be in huge demand if he is part of the mega-auction.
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