BCCI Engages IPL Franchises on Retention Policy for 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has begun discussions with IPL franchises regarding the number of player retentions ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Following the completion of a three-year cycle, the league is set for another major overhaul.
Mega Auction and Retention Policy
As part of the preparations for the mega auction, the BCCI is finalizing its retention policy. A final decision is expected to be announced at a meeting of franchise owners later this month.
In 2021, franchises were allowed to retain a maximum of four players under certain conditions. However, there are indications that this policy might change for the upcoming year.
Franchises Push for More Retentions
Many of the 10 franchises have requested an increase in the number of player retentions. While some teams are advocating for retention numbers ranging from five to seven, one franchise is pushing for up to eight retentions. Conversely, another franchise has suggested no retentions at all, preferring the use of Right to Match (RTM) cards instead.
BCCI Consults Franchise CEOs
BCCI Acting CEO and IPL in-charge Hemang Amin has consulted with the CEOs of the franchises to gather their views on the retention policy and salary cap for the next three years. The upcoming mega auction, scheduled for later this year, will consider these inputs, including the possible reintroduction of RTM cards, which were not used in 2021.
Possible Increase in Player Purse
Opinions among the franchise CEOs vary regarding the player purse for IPL 2025. The current salary cap stands at Rs 100 crore, but there is speculation that it could increase to between Rs 110-120 crore, with a potential hike of Rs 20 crore.
Impact Player Rule Under Review
Discussions have also covered cricketing matters, notably the Impact Player rule. While media rights holders are satisfied with this rule, feedback from players has been mixed. Notably, India captain Rohit Sharma has expressed concerns about the rule.
Conclusion
The BCCI’s engagement with IPL franchises is set to shape the future dynamics of the league. The final decisions on retention policies and salary caps will be crucial for the upcoming IPL seasons.(Dubai7 realmoneygame)