The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and all 10 teams have kicked off preparations for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The board recently issued guidelines for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction, outlining its stance on player retention, purse value, uncapped players, and impact player rules.
Fans are curious about which players may be retained as "uncapped players". For the unversed, any player who hasn't played international cricket in the last five years will be considered uncapped in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Auction. The 'uncapped status' gives franchises a strategic edge by allowing them to retain experienced players at a reduced cost. This can be crucial for better managing their auction budget.
Let's take a look at the players who could potentially be retained in 'uncapped player' category.
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MS Dhoni played his last international match during the semi-finals of 2019 ODI World Cup. As per board regulations, he is now eligible to be retained by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as an uncapped player.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) may choose to retain leg-spinner Karan Sharma, who last represented Team India in 2014.
All-rounder Vijay Shankar last represented India in 2019. He has delivered strong performances for Gujarat Titans, and the franchise can retain him as an uncapped player.
Fast bowler Mohit Sharma, who has been outstanding for Gujarat Titans (GT) in the last two seasons, can also be retained. He last played for India in 2015, having participated in 2015 World Cup.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) may choose to retain fast bowler Sandeep Sharma, who has consistently delivered impressive performances each season. He last represented India in 2015.
Piyush Chawla has not retired from international cricket, but he last represented India in 2012. He may be retained by Mumbai Indians (MI) as an uncapped player.