As the IPL 2025 retention deadline approaches Rajasthan Royals are fine-tuning their squad, choosing to keep a core group of key players, including their captain from last season. However, they’re letting go of several big names, including some top Indian players. Star batter Jos Buttler may also enter the auction. Here’s the latest update:
Rajasthan Royals Retained Players
- Sanju Samson – ₹18 crore
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – ₹14 crore
- Riyan Parag – ₹11 crore
List of key players not retained:
- Jos Buttler – ₹10 crore (negotiation pending)
- Avesh Khan – ₹10 crore
- Shimron Hetmyer – ₹8.5 crore
- Trent Boult – ₹8 crore
- Yuzvendra Chahal – ₹6.5 crore
- Ravichandran Ashwin – ₹5 crore
- Obed McCoy – ₹1.5 crore
- Dhruv Jurel – ₹20 lakh
Among the major releases are veteran spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal. Chahal has been a top performer with 66 wickets in 46 games for the team over the past three seasons.
They also had to release Indian wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel, who aims to make the most of his chances in the auction. With the IPL 2025 mega auction set for late November and a total budget of ₹120 crore, Rajasthan Royals are expected to have about ₹77 crore left after retaining their key players.
This large budget gives them the flexibility to go after high-impact players and strengthen their lineup. The Royals’ decision to keep Riyan Parag shows their focus on investing in young talent.
With Jos Buttler’s role still under discussion, they seem committed to a balanced mix of youth and experience. The release of Trent Boult suggests they may be looking for fresh talent to boost their pace attack.
These retention choices reflect Rajasthan Royals’ aim to build a strong, competitive team for IPL 2025, with a revamped squad ready to compete for the title.