Wed Oct 30 02:27:42 UTC 2024: ## IPL 2025 Retentions: Dhoni Returns, Shami Released, Iyer’s Future Uncertain

**Chennai:** In a move sure to delight fans, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have hinted at the retention of their legendary captain MS Dhoni for the upcoming IPL season. The franchise took to Twitter, asking fans to vote for players they’d like to see retained, leaving little doubt about Dhoni’s place in the team.

**Lucknow:** Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are set to retain several key players, including Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Ayush Badoni, and Mohsin Khan. Notably, Mayank Yadav’s impressive pace and recent T20I debut for India have seen his value soar, with LSG expected to retain him for a significant sum.

**Gujarat:** The Gujarat Titans face a tough decision regarding Mohammed Shami, who is likely to be released ahead of the mega-auction. Despite being a vital part of the team for the past three seasons, Shami’s injury last season and his omission from India’s BGT squad have led to this decision.

**Kolkata:** Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are planning to retain core players Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Rinku Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Harshit Rana. However, the future of captain Shreyas Iyer remains uncertain, with the team still deliberating on his retention status.

**Delhi:** Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has advocated for the retention of Rishabh Pant, Axar Patel, Stubbs, Fraser McGurk, and Mitch Marsh by Delhi Capitals. However, Pant’s future with the franchise remains uncertain after he expressed his desire to enter the auction.

**Punjab:** Harbhajan Singh believes that Punjab Kings should focus on retaining uncapped players like Shashank Singh and Harpreet Brar. He also suggested using the Right-to-Match card for key players like Arshdeep Singh, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, and Jitesh Sharma.

**Hyderabad:** SunRisers Hyderabad are expected to retain a core group of five players, including Heinrich Klaasen, captain Pat Cummins, and openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma.

**Other News:** Shikhar Dhawan’s retirement has made him ineligible for IPL 2025. KL Rahul’s future with Lucknow Super Giants remains uncertain after his open reprimand by the team owner.

With several franchises still finalizing their retention plans, the IPL 2025 mega-auction promises to be a thrilling affair, with teams vying for the best talent available.

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