IPL 2025 Mega Auction: 5 star players likely to be released
Pavan Naidu
The highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction is expected to be held in November end or early December.
Ahead of the mega auction, their are reports suggesting that some prominent players are likely to be released by franchises.
Let’s have a look at the star cricketers who are likely to be released ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction.
Rohit Sharma who led Mumbai Indians to win five IPL titles is expected to be released by franchise ahead of mega auction. Hardik Pandya replaced Rohit as MI captain in this year’s season. He is aso expected to continue the captaincy, while Rohit may move to another franchise.
Rohit Sharma
There’s alot of buzz on internet about KL Rahul’s potential release ahead of auction. There is speculation that Rahul might join Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the next season.
KL Rahul
RCB might release their skipper Faf du Plessis as the Proteas star is already 40-year-old. Although he has been one of RCB's most dependable players who has helped keep team competitive for titles, but his age could influence the franchise's choices.
Faf du Plessis
Venkatesh Iyer has been a key player for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in recent seasons, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. However, KKR's retention challenges might lead to his unexpected release before IPL 2025 mega auction.
Venkatesh Iyer
After a disappointing season with RCB in IPL 2024, Glenn Maxwell could face the possibility of being released ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Glenn Maxwell
Moreover, BCCI is yet to release the retention and release guidelines for franchises, ahead of IPL 2025 auction.