Tue Oct 29 14:01:48 UTC 2024: ## IPL 2025 Retention Buzz: Dhoni Returns, Shami Released, Iyer’s Future Uncertain

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 retention period is in full swing, with teams making crucial decisions ahead of the mega auction.

**Key Highlights:**

* **MS Dhoni** is set to play his 18th consecutive IPL season, confirming his return to **Chennai Super Kings**.
* **Mohammed Shami** is expected to be released by **Gujarat Titans** after missing last season due to injury.
* **Lucknow Super Giants** are expected to retain **Nicholas Pooran**, **Ravi Bishnoi**, **Mayank Yadav**, **Ayush Badoni**, and **Mohsin Khan**.
* **Kolkata Knight Riders** are reportedly considering retaining **Andre Russell**, **Sunil Narine**, **Rinku Singh**, **Varun Chakaravarthy**, and **Harshit Rana**, while the retention of **Shreyas Iyer** remains uncertain.
* **SunRisers Hyderabad** are set to retain **Heinrich Klaasen**, **Pat Cummins**, **Travis Head**, and **Abhishek Sharma**.
* **Delhi Capitals** are reportedly considering retaining **Rishabh Pant**, **Axar Patel**, **Stubbs**, and **Fraser McGurk**.
* **Punjab Kings** are considering using the right-to-match option for **Arshdeep Singh**, **Sam Curran**, **Kagiso Rabada**, and **Jitesh Sharma** in the auction.
* **KL Rahul’s** future with **Lucknow Super Giants** remains uncertain after a public reprimand from the team owner.

**Speculation and Rumors:**

* **Rishabh Pant** has expressed interest in entering the auction, potentially leaving **Delhi Capitals**.
* **Shikhar Dhawan**, having retired from all forms of cricket, is ineligible for the IPL.
* **Harbhajan Singh** has suggested potential retention picks for **Delhi Capitals** and **Punjab Kings**.

The IPL 2025 retention period is sure to be filled with more twists and turns as teams finalize their squads for the upcoming season. The mega auction will be a crucial event as teams look to fill their gaps and build competitive teams.

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