The Chennai Super Kings, five-time Indian Premier League champions, are preparing for the 2025 season by building a strong team. They have retained five players and have Rs 55 crore to spend at the IPL auction.
CSK retained capped players Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, and Matheesha Pathirana. Former India captain MS Dhoni was retained as an uncapped player.
Chennai will have one Right to Match (RTM) card at the auction because they retained five players. The mega auction, which kicks off the new IPL cycle, will be held in Jeddah on November 24 and 25.
CSK released several well-known players before the auction. With their one RTM card, Chennai can reclaim one of their former players by matching another team's bid.
It will be fascinating to see how CSK navigates the auction dynamics in Jeddah. Much will hinge on how long MS Dhoni plans to continue playing for the franchise. If Dhoni has earmarked 2025 as his farewell season, CSK may prioritise securing an Indian wicketkeeper to solidify their future.
Speculation around Rishabh Pant joining the Super Kings gained traction after his unexpected release by Delhi Capitals on retention deadline day. Pant's cryptic tweet and his close association with Dhoni over the years further fuelled the rumours.
CSK at IPL 2025 auction:
Chennai Super Kings remaining purse: Rs. 55 crore
Chennai Super Kings Right to Match cards available: 1
Chennai Super Kings players retained: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni
Chennai Super Kings slots remaining:
Minimum: 13 players
Maximum: 20 players
Overseas: 8 players
