The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is poised to be an exciting season for fans, as teams prepare for a significant overhaul through the IPL 2025 mega auction. Franchises are already deep in strategy discussions, carefully evaluating their potential squads and deciding which players to retain before the auction.
Teams are also pushing for an increase in the number of players they can retain, though the final decision rests with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
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How many players can be retained in IPL mega auction 2025?
According to media reports, the BCCI is inclined to maintain the 3-4 player retention rule for the IPL 2025 mega auction.
As reported by Sportstar, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal stated that teams would be allowed to retain only three to four players on their rosters, with the remaining players needing to be purchased at the auction to ensure fair competition among all teams.
IPL teams and BCCI meeting
IPL teams and the BCCI held a meeting on August 1 to discuss the upcoming IPL auction. During the meeting, franchises expressed their concerns, particularly about the retention rules. They advocated for an increase in the number of players that can be retained and suggested that the auction should be held every five years.
The mega auction is likely to held in December 2024, but there is still uncertainty about where it will take place.
