Mon Nov 25 01:38:37 UTC 2024: ## Delhi Capitals Make Splash at IPL 2025 Auction with Star-Studded Lineup

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Delhi Capitals (DC) emerged as major players at the IPL 2025 mega auction, securing a formidable squad through shrewd bidding and strategic retention. Their most significant acquisition was arguably KL Rahul, the wicket-keeper batter, whom they snagged for a hefty Rs 14 crore.

Further bolstering their batting and wicket-keeping options, DC also exercised their Right to Match (RTM) card to retain Jake Fraser-McGurk for Rs 9 crore. Adding firepower to their bowling attack, the Capitals secured the services of IPL 2024 winning pacer Mitchell Starc for Rs 11.75 crore and T Natarajan for Rs 10.75 crore. The team also added uncapped power hitter Sameer Rizvi for a comparatively modest Rs 95 lakh.

While Rishabh Pant was retained via RTM, several key players from the previous season were released, including David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, and Anrich Nortje. However, the Capitals retained core players Axar Patel (Rs 16.5 crore), Kuldeep Yadav (Rs 13.25 crore), Tristan Stubbs (Rs 10 crore), and Abishek Porel (Rs 4 crore).

The Delhi Capitals’ aggressive approach at the auction signals their ambition for the upcoming season, setting the stage for a potentially dominant campaign. Their new-look squad, a blend of established stars and promising young talent, is widely considered one of the strongest in the league.

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