With the IPL 2025 mega auction around the corner, Delhi Capitals (DC) have taken a strategic decision to retain wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant as their main pick. This move effectively put an end to speculation linking Pant and A A potential move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK)..
Delhi Capitals probable retention for IPL 2025
Despite his current salary of INR 16 crore, Pant’s earnings are expected to increase significantly due to pending changes in retention rules by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Capitals’ decision to retain Pant underscores their commitment to building a strong core team around the talented young cricketer.
As reported by Cricbuzz, the Delhi-based franchise is also set to retain key players like Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav. On the international front, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristan Stubbs are expected to remain with the Capitals. If the BCCI allows the retention of a non-wicket player, wicketkeeper Abhishek Porel is a likely candidate.
While the BCCI initially planned to release the retention rules by the end of August, there have been delays in the process. However, the final guidelines, including the Right to Adaptation (RTM) provision, are expected to be released in the coming days.
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As the auction approaches, Delhi Capitals are strategically positioned to maintain their competitiveness in the IPL.
It should be noted that the mega auction will take place in the last half of November and several team owners have decided to hold it outside India.
The World Cup-winning Indian sportsman wants to coach an IPL side
Cricbuzz also reported that the former Indian pacer and 2011 World Cup champion Munaf Patel All set to join the ranks of IPL coaches. While the specific franchise he will be coaching has not been announced, his entry into the league adds another experienced name to the coaching pool.
Other notable coaching returns include Rahul Dravid, who recently took over as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals (RR). In addition, Punjab Kings announced the appointment of Ricky Ponting, who was previously the head coach of Delhi Capitals for seven years, as the new head coach.
