The retention rules for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction have finally been announced, enabling franchises to strategize for the upcoming event. In last year’s mega auction, teams were allowed to retain a maximum of four players. However, this time, franchises have the option to retain even more players, providing greater flexibility in squad building. As franchises have to name their retention list till 31 October, Here’s a detailed breakdown of how many players each franchise can retain for the IPL 2025 auction.
How many players can franchises retain before IPL 2025 mega auction?
Teams can retain up to six players through either direct retention or the use of a Right to Match (RTM) card. Out of these, maximum of five capped players can be retained and maximum two uncapped players can be retained.
How much money franchises have to give to retain players?
The auction purse has been increased by INR 20 crore, bringing the total to INR 120 crore (approximately US$ 14.3 million). If franchises wish to retain a player, they will need to pay INR 18 crore for the first retention, INR 14 crore for the second, and INR 11 crore for the third. For the fourth player, they will again need to pay INR 18 crore, and for the fifth retention, INR 14 crore. Meanwhile, uncapped players can be retained for INR 4 crore.
| Salary slab of retained players | |
| Direct Retention | Player Value |
| Retained Player 1 | INR 18 crore |
| Retained Player 2 | INR 14 crore |
| Retained Player 3 | INR 11 crore |
| Retained Player 4 | INR 18 crore |
| Retained Player 5 | INR 14 crore |
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What is the maximum number of player teams can retain ahead of IPL 2025 auction?
The maximum number of players that teams can retain is six, either through direct retention or by utilizing the Right to Match (RTM) card. Teams have the option to retain up to four players directly, while they can also use two RTM cards. This allows for flexibility in their retention strategy, accommodating various scenarios as they prepare for the IPL 2025 auction.
What is the minimum number of players teams can retain ahead of IPL 2025 auction?
There is no minimum number for retention; teams can choose to retain none and go all in at the IPL 2025 auction table.
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