As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction approaches, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced new retention rules, offering teams more flexibility in retaining their core players. One of the standout updates is the return of the Right to Match (RTM) card, last used during the IPL 2018 auction.
Key Retention Rules for IPL 2025:
- Player Retentions: Teams will be allowed to retain up to five players ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. This change aims to help franchises maintain their key players, preserving team dynamics and brand identity.
- RTM Card: The RTM card, which allows teams to match the highest bid for a player they previously released, is set to make a comeback. This adds an extra layer of strategy, giving franchises a chance to reclaim their key players even after releasing them into the auction pool.
Salary Cap Increase and Impact Player Rule Discontinued
In addition to the retention rules, the BCCI is likely to increase the salary cap for franchises to INR 120 crore. This will provide teams with more financial power to bid on top-tier talent, enhancing the competitiveness of the auction.
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The controversial Impact Player Rule, introduced in IPL 2022, will be discontinued. The rule, which allowed teams to make surprise substitutions, is being scrapped to return to traditional match strategies and ensure a more straightforward approach to player management.
Mega Auction Dynamics
The IPL 2025 mega auction, expected to be held in early December 2024, will offer franchises a chance to rebuild or reinforce their squads. While teams with established star players like Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will likely focus on retaining their core group, other teams may face tough decisions regarding which players to let go.
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