IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Countdown to retention decisions: With just a few days left for the IPL 2025 mega auction, franchises are gearing up to finalize their retention lists. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has set a deadline of October 31 for teams to declare who they want to retain.
Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doll has weighed in on the future of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and identified potential key players to retain. Dall believes CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni should be retained. In an interview to Sports18, Doll said, “I think Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja are important. Matesa Pathirana should also be retained. I have heard MS saying that he will give us their information a day before the retention. Will inform about the decision.
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He is leaving some uncertainty about his availability.” Doull suggested that if Rishabh Pant lands in the auction, CSK should consider making a significant investment in him as he has the potential to carry on Dhoni’s legacy. “From what I have seen in this series, Rachin Ravindra looks like a good option. If CSK goes for the auction, I believe they will give more consideration to Rishabh Pant.
After MS Dhoni, he will be key in taking CSK to the next level,” Doull said. He reiterated the importance of retaining players. , “Ruthuraj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja are prominent. I think MS is all guessing about his plans. If he is willing to play, he should definitely be kept. They reflect passion. Franchise.”
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