The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League ended with Kolkata Knight Riders breaking a ten-year wait and winning their third IPL title. The combination of Shreyas Iyer and Gautam Gambhir proved to be successful for KKR. But can they retain their title in the IPL 2025? Gambhir, Ryan ten Doeschate, and Abhishek Nayar have left the franchise after joining the Indian team.
Not just KKR, other franchises have also done some chopping and changing. Ricky Pointing has left Delhi Capitals, while Trevor Bayliss will part ways with Punjab Kings. The preparation for the next season has started, and we will have a mega auction ahead of the 17th edition. So let’s check out the latest update here.
IPL Lates News: Update of the Indian Premier League 2025
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IPL 2025 Auction to be Held in Jeddah on November 24-25
The IPL 2025 Player Auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, marking the second consecutive year the event is held overseas. A total of 1574 players have registered, including 409 overseas players, with South Africa and Australia leading the list. The auction will coincide with Day 3 and 4 of India’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Australia. After player retentions on October 31, 204 slots are available for teams to fill, with Punjab Kings holding the largest purse at ₹110.5 crore and Rajasthan Royals the smallest at ₹41 crore.
BCCI to Allow Teams to Retain Five Players for IPL 2025
The BCCI plans to allow IPL teams to retain up to five players for the 2025 season, which is one more than in previous years. However, there will be no Right to Match (RTM) card available during the auction, meaning teams cannot match bids for their players. This change could be helpful for teams like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, as they can keep more of their key players. Each team has faced challenges in deciding which players to retain, especially after the last mega auction in 2024. The auction is expected to take place in late November or early December, and while teams have different ideas on how many players to keep, most are leaning towards retaining five to six players to maintain some stability in their squads.
Mumbai Indians Target Young Talent for IPL 2025
IPL 2025 approaches, the Mumbai Indians (MI) are eyeing two promising uncapped players: Musheer Khan and Mayank Yadav. MI, known for nurturing young talent, sees great potential in Khan, who has shone in domestic cricket and the U-19 World Cup. His skill in both steady and aggressive batting makes him a great fit for MI’s middle order. Being from Mumbai, he could quickly become a fan favorite at the Wankhede Stadium. Adding Khan would also allow him to learn from seasoned players like Rohit Sharma, helping him grow in this competitive league.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction Set to Take Place Overseas on November 15
The IPL mega auction for the 2025 season is expected to take place overseas on November 15. After being held in Dubai last time, this year’s auction might happen in the Middle East again, with Doha or Abu Dhabi as possible locations. Saudi Arabia is also interested in hosting the event, as the country is investing heavily in various sports. Fans are eagerly waiting for more details about this exciting event!
Ricky Ponting Takes Over as Head Coach of Punjab Kings for IPL 2025
Ricky Ponting has been hired as the new head coach of the Punjab Kings for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. He replaces Trevor Bayliss after recently leaving the Delhi Capitals, where he worked for seven years. Ponting has signed a four-year contract and will choose his support staff. The Punjab Kings have struggled in recent seasons, finishing ninth last year, and Ponting’s first task will be to build a strong and balanced team. This will be his sixth coaching role with the franchise in seven years.
“Let’s Hope So”: Does KL Rahul’s Viral Response Hint at RCB Return?
KL Rahul’s future for IPL 2025 is causing increasing speculation as the auction nears, with rumors linking him to various teams, especially the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Rahul, a former RCB player from 2013 to 2016, recently fueled speculation with a viral video where he seemed open to returning to RCB. Although LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka considers Rahul a key part of the team and like family, decisions about player retention are on hold until the BCCI announces new rules.
BCCI May Postpone IPL Retention Rule Announcement
The BCCI may delay announcing the IPL retention rules, possibly until late September or early October. Franchises could have until November 15 to finalize their retention choices. There’s speculation about a new rule classifying retired international players as uncapped, which might impact the auction but not significantly affect the overall purse.
KKR Eyeing Jacques Kallis as KKR new Mentor for IPL 2025
Ahead of the IPL 2025 season, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are looking for a new mentor after Gautam Gambhir, who led them to their third IPL title, joined the Indian national team as Head Coach. Reports suggest that KKR is considering bringing back former South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis, who was part of their 2012 and 2014 IPL-winning squads and previously served as their batting coach and head coach. Additionally, KKR may explore options such as former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, who recently left Delhi Capitals, and former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara, who might remain with Rajasthan Royals as Director of Operations.
Irfan Pathan Predicts Major Bidding War for Rohit Sharma
Former indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has made a big statement before IPL 2025 mega auction, about Rohit Sharma, Pathan said that if Mumbai Indians decide to release Rohit Sharma, it would lead to a huge bidding war among other teams. Rohit, who has led the team to five IPL titles, might not be kept by Mumbai Indians due to his recent form and management decisions. Pathan highlighted Rohit’s extensive captaincy experience and success, suggesting that many teams would be eager to sign him if he is available.
3 Wicketkeepers RCB Should Consider for 2025 Auction
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is looking to bolster their wicketkeeping with three potential targets: Josh Inglis, a strong replacement for Dinesh Karthik; Abhishek Porel, known for his agility and quick scoring; and Jitesh Sharma, who brings aggressive batting and solid wicketkeeping.
IPL 2025: RCB Fans Dream of KL Rahul’s Return AS Captain
IPL 2025 auction approaching, RCB fans are hopeful that KL Rahul will return to their team. During a recent Duleep Trophy match at Chinnaswamy Stadium, where RCB plays, fans cheered ‘RCB Captain KL Rahul’ as he batted for India ‘A’. Despite his solid performance, his team struggled. Although Rahul currently captains Lucknow Super Giants, speculation about his move back to RCB continues.
K.S. Viswanathan Takes Over as Chennai Super Kings Managing Director
Following UltraTech Cement’s acquisition of India Cements, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) board has appointed K S Viswanathan as the managing director of the IPL franchise, effective January 19, 2025, for a three-year term. Viswanathan, a long-time associate of promoter N Srinivasan, has been with CSK in various roles since 2014, including director and whole-time director. With over fifty years in cricket, he has held significant positions in the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association and the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
Rahul Dravid Set To Be New RR Head Coach IPL 2025
Rahul Dravid as per the latest news of the ESPN is set to join RAJATHN ROYALS for the IPL 2025. He is set to make comeback for the Old Franchise ROYALS after a gap of decade. cricketer has recently joined the franchise and played a key role in deciding which players to retain. The report indicates that Rahul Dravid will take on the role of head coach, while the former Sri Lankan captain, Kumar Sangakkara, will maintain his position as director of the team.”
Suryakumar Yadav is likely to leave Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2025
There have been rumors that Suryakumar Yadav might leave the Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, but the franchise has clarified that these are just speculations. Despite a disappointing IPL 2024 season where MI finished last, the team has dismissed the idea of losing their star batter. Suryakumar, who recently became India’s T20I captain, was also sidelined for the first round of the Duleep Trophy due to a hand injury. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya, who took over MI’s captaincy from Rohit Sharma, struggled during the IPL season but performed well in the T20 World Cup, contributing to India’s victory. The Mumbai Indians have stated that any talk of Suryakumar leaving is merely a bid to attract social media attention.
Hardik Pandya’s Mumbai Indians Future in Doubt
In IPL 2025, Hardik Pandya’s future is uncertain. After a disappointing season with the Mumbai Indians, where they were eliminated early, he might be released by the team. Pandya previously had success with the Gujarat Titans, winning one IPL title and being a runner-up once. If he leaves the Mumbai Indians, it will be interesting to see which team he joins next.
BCCI Reconsiders Impact Player and Bouncers Rules for IPL 2025
The BCCI is re-evaluating the Impact Player and two bouncers rules for upcoming cricket seasons. Both rules have faced criticism, and there’s uncertainty about their continuation in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and IPL 2025. State boards are confused as the BCCI hasn’t yet clarified these rules, even though guidelines for other domestic events were shared earlier.
The rules for the IPL and IPL Mega Auction are likely to be announced by the early September, So once the rules are rolled out, the air on details of the rules would be made clear.
Zaheer khan take on Impact player rule for IPL 2025
After being appointed as the new mentor for the LSG for Upcoming 18th edition of IPL, Zaheer Khan opened up on the impact player rule. His opinion on this seemed contradicting with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Where these players are against the Impact player rule. Zaheer came to support the rule. He said- “There has been a debate around the impact sub rule. I’m going on record to say that I’m all for it.” As per his views, he expressed that this gives a huge boost to young players and also provides opportunities to a lot of Uncapped players.
Zaheer Khan to mentor LSG for IPL 2025
Zaheer Khan will join the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as a mentor for IPL 2025, succeeding Gautam Gambhir. LSG plans to leverage Zaheer’s expertise in scouting and player development. This marks Zaheer’s return to the IPL fold after his tenure with the Mumbai Indians, where he played a crucial role from 2018 to 2022. His new role will complement LSG’s existing coaching setup under Justin Langer, as the team gears up for a pivotal season and a likely mega auction.
Rohit Sharma’s Future in IPL: Could He Join Punjab Kings?
As the IPL 2025 mega auction nears, there’s buzz about Rohit Sharma potentially moving from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings. With his impressive track record at MI and the recent change in captaincy, Sharma’s next team is a hot topic. Punjab Kings, looking for a new leader after Shikhar Dhawan’s retirement, might be interested, despite previous denials. This stint of Rohit joining PBKS comes after Punjab Kings official, Sanjay Bangar hints bidding for Rohit Sharma if he comes into the auction this IPL Mega Auction 2025.
Rohit Sharma could break all records in IPl 2025 Auction
Before the IPL 2025 auction, there’s buzz that Rohit Sharma could break records if he moves teams. Journalist Rohit Juglan says Sharma could be sold for Rs 50 crore if the Mumbai Indians let him go. Despite being removed as captain, Sharma’s impressive record with five IPL titles and a T20 World Cup win keeps him in high demand. The Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals are reportedly interested, making his next auction one to watch.
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BCCI Earns a Income hike of 116% from IPL Season after Media Rights sell
According to a recent report of the Economic Times, BCCI has earned a surplus amount from Indian premier league 2023. As per source the income has seen a surge of 116% jump, previously the income was Rs 2367 crore which jumped to Rs 11,769 crore in 2023 IPL Season. The reason for the growth is majorly contributed to the media rights sold to the Disney+ Hotstar.
In 2021, Disney Star acquired the IPL TV broadcasting rights for Rs 23,575 crore, covering the 2023-2027 seasons. Jio Cinema secured the digital rights for Rs 23,758 crore. Additionally, Tata Sons purchased the IPL title sponsorship rights for Rs 2,500 crore.
BCCI Considers Increasing Matches from 74 to 84 in 2025 Seasosn
In 2025, the IPL might increase the number of matches from 74 to 84. The BCCI is considering this change, which has sparked discussion. The current 74 matches were set when Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants joined. More games could mean more opportunities, but also more player fatigue and scheduling challenges. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said no final decision has been made yet, as factors like player workload and media rights are still being reviewed. Broadcasters worry about viewer fatigue, while franchises look forward to higher earnings.
Ashwin Raises Concerns Over Potential Return of IPL Retention Rule
Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized the potential return of the IPL’s Right to Match (RTM) rule, arguing it is detrimental to players’ earnings. In a recent YouTube video, the Rajasthan Royals spinner Ashwin explained that the Right to Match card rule, which allows franchises to reclaim players by matching the highest bid from other teams, leads to players receiving less than their market value. Ashwin highlighted that while a team can retain a player at the highest bid amount, other teams who bid more are left unsatisfied, and players end up with diminished financial returns. This rule was previously abolished to give new franchises a fairer chance to build their teams, and Ashwin believes its reintroduction would unfairly disadvantage players.
BCCI and IPL Franchises to meet on July 31
Ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, there are many things going around. Hence, the BCCI and all ten IPL franchises will meet on July 31 to discuss about the retentions, players’ salaries, purse value, and other things in the meeting.
Rahul Dravid to join Rajasthan Royals as head coach
Former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid is now available as his contract with the Indian team is over. He can now look for new assignments, which can come as coaching of an IPL team. Some reports confirm that Dravid is likely to join RR as head coach for the IPL 2025.
Wasim Jaffer to join PBKS as head coach
Wasim Jaffer had been associated with PBKS as batting coach in the past, but now he is likely to join the franchise as head coach. According to the report, the franchise is looking for a new head coach, and Jaffer is the frontrunner. PBKS is not happy with Travor Bayliss, and they will part ways.
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Yuvraj Singh to replace Ashish Nehra for Gujarat Titans
With the new season coming up, all the previous contracts are getting over and new signings will be done. Some such signing might be seen with GT. Head coach Ashish Nehra and Vikram Solanki might not be retained, and former Indian star Yuvraj Singh is likely to join the team.
Adani Groups buy Gujarat Titans
Gujarat Titans made their debut in 2022 and are owned by CVC Capitals, which is Luxembourg-based private equity. And some reports have claimed that the franchise is selling their stakes to the Adani Group run by Gautam Adani, who always wanted to purchase an IPL team. And it looks like the deal has been cracked without much, and the Wikipedia page shows Adani Group as the owners of Gujarat Titans.
Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav to leave Mumbai Indians
With the IPL 2025 mega auction coming up, all ten franchises will be allowed to retain limited players. That’s where some big names will be released. And since Hardik Pandya became MI captain, there has been something going on between players and franchises. That’s where some news is claiming that Bumrah and Suryakumar might leave the team. If it happens, franchises will break their banks to get these players.
4 Franchises to change their Captain
Teams that did well in 2024 will look to retain their core players. But the teams that didn’t do well might change the captains as well. Already there is news about a few teams changing their captains. Those teams might be PBKS, CSK, DC, or GT. That means the IPL 2025 auction will see captain’s shopping.
KL Rahul to join Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Another story that is breaking is about Rahul. His contract with Lucknow Super Giants has ended, and the way the owner slammed him on the field, he might not continue. That’s where Royal Challengers Bengaluru can be a great option. He made his debut with RCB and the franchise can release Faf du Plessis. That’s where Rahul can give them captaincy, opening, and wicketkeeping options.
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Rohit Sharma to join GT or DC
There is certainly something cooking between Rohit Sharma and Mumbai Indians. The franchise might not retain Rohit because of limited retentions. That will give other franchises an option to sign him. With the news coming up of DC not being happy with Pant, they might look to have Rohit for the captaincy option. Then, LSG might also look for a captain if KL Rahul won’t be retained. That’s where the options lie for Rohit.
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Rishabh Pant to join Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025
Rishabh Pant has been a warrior for Delhi Capitals since he joined the franchise in 2016. He has played most matches (111) and scored most runs (3282) for them. However, after Ricky Ponting, Pant is likely to leave the franchise. Some reports confirmed that the franchise is not happy with Pant and they might release him. CSK are the most favorite to sign Pant because they need someone to replace MS Dhoni.
Mumbai Indians Release Pandya, Appoint Suryakumar as Captain
Hardik Pandya will be released by the Mumbai Indians before the IPL 2025 auction. He was brought back from the Gujarat Titans and made captain after Rohit Sharma left, but the team finished last in the IPL 2024 season with only four wins from 14 games. Reports say the team plans to replace him with Suryakumar Yadav, who has recently led Team India to a 3-0 T20I series win in Sri Lanka.
IPL Considers New Rule for Retired Players
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) gets ready for the Upcoming season, there’s a debate about retired international players. The league is thinking about a rule that would count players retired from international cricket for at least five years as ‘uncapped players.’ during the IPL 2025 auction. This rule was used from 2008 to 2021 but was never put into practice.
During a recent BBCI meeting with team owners, some, like Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Kavya Maran, were against it. They worry it might reduce the value of retired players and set a bad example. Instead, there’s a suggestion to let these players enter the auction with a lower starting price to improve their chances of being picked.
Ashish Nehra’s Future in Question Amid Gujarat Titans’ Changes
There’s uncertainty about Ashish Nehra’s future as the head coach of the Gujarat Titans (GT), which reflects broader changes within the franchise. This season, under new ownership by CVC Capital, there’s talk of a major coaching shake-up. Even though GT won the IPL in 2022 and was a runner-up in 2023, Nehra’s role is now in question, partly due to internal changes and Gary Kirsten’s departure. There’s also speculation about other coaching changes in the IPL, like at the Rajasthan Royals. Meanwhile, the BCCI is likely to keep the mega auction format but may adjust player retention rules to balance team stability with flexibility.
