IPL 2025 Retentions: Full list of retained and released captains before auction

IPL 2025 retentions deadline: Notable releases include stars like KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Shreyas Iyer, setting the stage for a major reshuffle ahead of the mega auction later this year.

The Indian Premier League’s retention deadline closed on Thursday, with all 10 teams announcing their lists of retained and released players

The Indian Premier League’s retention deadline closed on Thursday, with all 10 teams announcing their lists of retained and released players. Interestingly, 50% of the teams have decided to release their captains, with some big names on the move.

Notable releases include stars like KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Shreyas Iyer, setting the stage for a major reshuffle ahead of the mega auction later this year.

Here’s the full list of captains who have been retained or released ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction:

Retained

Ruturaj Gaikwad - Chennai Super Kings

Hardik Pandya - Mumbai Indians

Shubman Gill - Gujarat Titans

Sanju Samson - Rajasthan Royals

Pat Cummins - Sunrisers Hyderabad

Released

KL Rahul - Lucknow Super Giants

Rishabh Pant - Delhi Capitals

Shreyas Iyer - Kolkata Knight Riders

Shikhar Dhawan - Punjab Kings

Faf du Plessis - Royal Challengers Bengaluru