A few reports state that each team could be allowed 1 retention and 7 RTM cards for the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Here, we take a look at the list of one player each team would retain if only 1 retention is allowed before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.
Chennai Super Kings – Ruturaj Gaikwad
When it comes to one player each team would retain if only 1 retention is allowed before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, CSK might go with Ruturaj Gaikwad. It is the obvious choice for the side, especially if MS Dhoni hangs up his boots after this campaign.
Delhi Capitals – Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant is a left-handed wicket-keeper batter who operates in the middle order. This itself is a rare commodity. On top of this, he is a local boy and is also the captain of the team.
Lucknow Super Giants – KL Rahul
KL Rahul may not be in great form right now. However, he is a class player and still has a few more years to enjoy his peak in the IPL. He keeps wickets and captains and hence, he is the obvious choice.
Gujarat Titans – Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill is the next big thing in Indian cricket. He definitely would be retained by Gujarat Titans. The franchise would try to sign Rashid Khan through the RTM option.
Punjab Kings – Jitesh Sharma
PBKS has a lot of retention options but they do not have a defining option. Arshdeep Singh is a choice but because Jitesh is a keeper and can finish the games with the bat, he gets the nod here.
Mumbai Indians – Jasprit Bumrah
It will be a tough decision for Mumbai Indians to make. However, Jasprit Bumrah is the best in the world and he will surely be retained by the outfit.
Kolkata Knight Riders – Rinku Singh
When it is about one player each team would retain if only 1 retention is allowed before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Rinku Singh could be the answer for KKR. Shreyas Iyer would be a tempting option but Rinku is more tough to attain at the auctions.
Rajasthan Royals – Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson could be the pick for RR mainly because of his captaincy and the fact that he can keep wickets. Also, he is someone who can bowl at multiple phases of the game.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Virat Kohli
It is an easy choice for RCB. Virat Kohli will be the retention if it is about one player each team would retain if only 1 retention is allowed before the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. For RCB, this could be a blessing in disguise. They could then build the team around Virat.
Sunrisers Hyderabad – Heinrich Klaasen
SRH has a lot of options to choose from. They could even retain Pat Cummins or take a bet on Abhishek Sharma. However, it would be foolish to release Klaasen, who is in top form right now.
