The franchises are geared up for the mega auction ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2025. With the new retention rules set by the BCCI, the franchises can now retain six players ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. In case the franchises don't retain any of their players, they can use six right-to-match (RTM) cards instead during the auction, which allow them to bring their best players back to the squad for the same price at which any other franchise makes a final bid.
With six retentions available ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, the franchises can bring their back to their squad who have been a crucial part of the team over the years with their consistent performances. The franchises have been given a deadline of October 31, to send their player retention list. Here’s the possible retentions for the franchises ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction.
PBKS possible retentions for IPL 2025 mega auction
Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be looking to change their fortunes in IPL 2025 under new head coach Ricky Ponting. After reaching the finals in 2014, PBKS haven’t been able to reach the playoffs since the last 10 years. However, PBKS have some star players in their squad, and will look to retain them ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Here are the six probable retentions for PBKS before the mega event.
PBKS Retention List
Sam Curran
Sam Curran is a top contender to become PBKS skipper after Shikhar Dhawan’s retirement. The English cricketer has led the side in Dhawan’s absence on multiple occasions in the last couple of seasons. He could be first retained player for PBKS at a price of INR 18 crore.
