IPL Retentions 2025: Ravindra Jadeja To Enter IPL Auction? Report Reveals Chennai Super Kings' Massive 'Rishabh Pant' Strategy

31.10.2024 - 07:15 sports.ndtv.com

Chennai Super Kings are preparing for life after their charismatic wicket-keeper batter MS Dhoni and the five-time champions have identified Rishabh Pant as their top target in the IPL 2025 auction.

Dhoni is expected to be retained by the franchise as an 'uncapped player' thanks to the new rule but the franchise are looking at a future plan.

According to a report by Indian Express, India star Rishabh Pant has emerged as the top pick for CSK. The franchise is keen on buying Pant if he enters the auction pool and that is mainly the point that has governed their planning for the IPL 2025 retentions.

The report claimed that CSK have decided to retain skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana and Dhoni.

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