IPL 2025 Schedule

As the countdown to the IPL 2025, scheduled from March 14 to May 25, begins, franchises have revealed their retained players and remaining purse, setting the stage for an intense auction.

Mumbai retain their pace ace Jasprit Bumrah (INR 18 crore) as the highest-paid player. Future captain Ruturaj Gaikwad takes the top spot for CSK with an INR 18 crore retention, ensuring a strong foundation alongside veterans like MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja. RCB retain Virat Kohli (INR 21 crore) as their cornerstone. PBKS retain only Shashank Singh (INR 5.5 crore).

Fan-favorite Rinku Singh (INR 13 crore) leads KKR’s retained list, maintaining their focus on dependable performers. Spin all-rounder Axar Patel (INR 16.5 crore) is the top pick for DC, who have a sizeable budget to complement their core squad. Heinrich Klaasen (INR 23 crore) headlines SRH’s retentions, making him one of the most expensive keepers this season.

The IPL 2025 will begin with an explosive opening match on March 14, while the highly anticipated final is scheduled for May 25, offering fans a spectacular culmination to the season. Double-headers are expected to return, providing action-packed weekends for cricket lovers.

With teams already disclosing their retentions and auction budgets, the anticipation for the tournament is at an all-time high. Stay tuned as the upcoming IPL 2025 auction brings new surprises, reshaping squads and strategies for this exciting season.

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