IPL 2025 Retentions: Broadcasting, Live Streaming details – When and where to watch on TV & online

IPL 2025 Retentions - Broadcast and Live Streaming details

As the IPL 2025 retention deadline approaches, the ten franchises are set to finalize their lists by 5 pm on Thursday, October 31. With a maximum retention limit of six players from the 2024 IPL squads, teams are gearing up for key decisions that will shape their auction strategies.

IPL 2024 Retention rules

Each team can retain up to five capped players and two uncapped Indian players, providing flexibility in maintaining a strong core while also making room for fresh talent.

One notable aspect of this retention window is the flexibility with overseas players. Teams have the option to retain any number of foreign players without a cap, meaning a franchise could theoretically build around an entirely international core if desired. However, each capped player’s retention comes with a fixed cost deducted from the team’s purse, making budget management vital.

The initial purse for each franchise will stand at ₹120 crore. With capped players taking up substantial portions of this purse, each team will need to carefully balance star power with budget availability. Strategic retention is crucial, as retaining fewer than six players unlocks Right-To-Match (RTM) cards, allowing teams to reacquire specific players during the auction if they can outbid their competitors.

Also READ: What is RTM card and how it can be used at the IPL 2025 Auction? Details inside

Another critical rule involves uncapped players, who carry a cost of ₹4 crore each, influencing budget considerations substantially. If a franchise negotiates a contract with a capped player for less than their bracketed value, the purse deduction still aligns with the highest category bracket, underscoring the importance of strategic financial planning.

When and where to watch IPL 2025 retentions?

The IPL 2025 retentions event is scheduled for Thursday at 4 PM IST, with live broadcasts available on the Star Sports Network. For fans looking to stream the event online, JioCinema will provide live streaming, ensuring easy access to the retention announcements.

The players’ retention will mark the beginning of a dynamic season of team-building as the franchises prepare for the mega auction. With strategic moves on the line, fans can expect an exciting build-up to IPL 2025 as franchises work to secure the perfect blend of experience, talent and value.

Also READ: Jos Buttler to David Warner – Five overseas players who could be released ahead of the IPL 2025 auction

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