The Indian Premier League (IPL) has announced new player retention rules ahead of the 2025 mega-auction, scheduled later this year. These rules allow each franchise to retain a maximum of six players through a combination of retentions and the Right to Match (RTM) options. Notably, there’s no limit on the number of overseas players retained, and each team can retain a maximum of five capped players and two uncapped players.
The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), who had a less than stellar IPL 2024 campaign, finishing seventh in the points table, are expected to retain several of their key players. While there’s speculation that KL Rahul might not continue as captain, he is likely to be retained for his batting prowess. Other players expected to be part of LSG’s retention list include Quinton de Kock and Nicholas Pooran, both valuable assets to the team.
Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi, a consistent performer, is another strong candidate for retention. His skillset and experience make him a valuable asset for the team’s bowling attack. Additionally, the team is likely to retain Marcus Stoinis, whose all-round abilities offer significant value.
Finally, the team is also unlikely to part ways with express pacer Mayank Yadav, who recently earned his maiden India call-up and impressed during IPL 2024. This young talent holds promise and his retention could be a strategic move by LSG.
With these key players retained, the Lucknow Super Giants aim to build a formidable team for the 2025 season. The retention strategy reflects their focus on retaining a strong core and building around it, setting the stage for a competitive campaign.
