How many Cricket Players are retained in IPL 2025?
Explore the latest updates on IPL 2025 player retentions, including a full list of retained players, team budgets, and key retention rules. Get a detailed analysis of each franchise’s strategy as they prepare for the upcoming auction.

The excitement for IPL 2025 is building as the 10 franchises reveal their player retentions ahead of the upcoming auction. With a total of 46 players retained, the franchises have already invested a whopping ₹558.5 crore in securing key players to strengthen their squads. Each team has carefully chosen which players to retain, balancing experience, skill, and budget constraints, while leaving room for new additions in the auction. Here’s a complete breakdown of the retained players, the costs associated, and each team’s remaining budget, as they prepare to compete for the coveted IPL trophy.