5 Players Likely to be Retained for Rs 20 Crore Ahead of IPL 2025 Mega Auction

As the IPL 2025 mega auction retention deadline approaches on October 31, all ten franchises are preparing to announce their retained and released players. Teams can retain up to six players, including at least one uncapped Indian. With major stars like KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, and Rishabh Pant expected to enter the auction, franchises may offer substantial contracts to secure top talent.

Here are five players who could be retained for Rs 20 crore:

1. **Virat Kohli**

Kohli has spent his entire career with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since the league's inception in 2008. As the IPL's all-time leading run-scorer, he is poised to make history by being retained for Rs 20 crore, surpassing the Rs 18 crore he received in 2018.

2. **Rishabh Pant**

Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant hinted at a potential exit from the team via social media. Having debuted with Delhi in 2016, he may be retained for a record Rs 20 crore to prevent him from entering the auction.

3. **Shreyas Iyer**

Despite recent injuries affecting his play, Iyer has been a key player for Delhi Capitals and could be a top retention choice.

4. **KL Rahul**

The talented batsman has consistently performed for Punjab Kings and is likely to be a central figure in the retention strategy.

5. **Jasprit Bumrah**

As one of the leading bowlers in the league, Bumrah's retention for a hefty sum is highly anticipated given his impact on the game.