The excitement for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is already building, as franchises are brainstorming to assemble the best team for the upcoming mega auction. In this auction, teams can retain up to four players, and the Right to Match (RTM) option comes into play. To understand what RTM is and how it works, read this article.
What is RTM in IPL?
Before the auction, franchises must retain the players they want, and all other players will be available for bidding. However, with the Right to Match (RTM) option, teams can retain a few of their players during the auction.
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How does RTM card works?
The RTM card allows a team to match the highest bid for a player they previously released. Instead of the winning bidder acquiring the player, the team that previously held the player can use the RTM card to retain them for the same amount. Each franchise is allowed three RTM cards during the auction.
How many players can IPL teams retain?
Currently, franchises can retain only four players before the mega auction.
