The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has recently unveiled the rules for the highly anticipated IPL 2025 mega auction. As part of this announcement, the board has made several significant changes, including an increase in the teams’ budget. However, as of now, no franchise has disclosed its retention list, leading to rampant speculation about potential player movements. One of the players in the spotlight is Rishabh Pant, whose future with the Delhi Capitals remains uncertain amidst rumors linking him to prestigious franchises such as Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This backdrop has led Rishabh Pant to engage with his fans, posing a provocative question that has stirred the cricket community.
Is Rishabh Pant Leaving Delhi Capitals?
Since joining the Delhi Capitals in 2016, Rishabh Pant has firmly established himself as a pivotal player. After his return from a serious car accident, he led the team with remarkable skill, guiding them to impressive performances. Unfortunately, the team narrowly missed out on playoff qualification, having the same win record as their competitors, Bengaluru and Chennai, but falling short due to net run rate. Given his proven talent and leadership, it’s no wonder that many franchises are keen to acquire him. Recently, Pant took to social media in the early hours of October 11th, posing the intriguing question, “If I enter the mega auction, will I be sold, and if so, for how much?” This question has sparked lively discussions among Delhi fans.
Fans Reactions to Pant’s Question
Following Pant’s midnight musings, fans quickly took to social media to share their thoughts. Some fans predicted his auction price to be around 20 crores, while others speculated figures such as 18 crores or even over 12 crores. A few fans, however, humorously dismissed Pant’s question, suggesting that it was merely a product of late-night revelry. For context, during the last auction, the Delhi franchise retained Rishabh Pant for 16 crores, which encapsulates his market value.
Confusion Surrounding Retention Rules
The upcoming mega auction is expected to take place in the last week of November, and there is considerable buzz surrounding potential star player movements. Fans are eagerly anticipating which players will join their favorite teams. However, before the auction can proceed, each franchise is required to submit a retention list by October 30. As of now, no team has completed this crucial step, leading to confusion regarding retention rules. Reports state that several franchises are seeking clarity from the BCCI regarding these new regulations.
