The Rajasthan Royals (RR) are strategizing their player retention plans under the new guidelines set by the BCCI.
With each franchise allowed to retain a maximum of six players—comprising five capped and one uncapped—RR faces critical decisions that could shape their squad for the upcoming season.
After a commendable performance in IPL 2024, where they reached the playoffs but fell short against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2, RR is all set to shape their RR Squad for IPL 2025.
Rajasthan Royals’ Top 3 Retentions for IPL 2025
RR Retention 1: Sanju Samson
As the captain and a key batsman, Sanju Samson is a natural choice for retention.
His leadership has been instrumental in guiding the team through challenging situations, and his consistent batting makes him a linchpin of RR’s lineup.
In IPL 2024, he scored 531 runs, showcasing his ability to anchor innings while also accelerating when needed.
RR Retention 2: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Jaiswal had a breakout season in IPL 2024, showcasing his potential as an opener. If he remains uncapped due to specific criteria, retaining him could be a strategic move for RR.
RR Retention 3: Jos Buttler
The explosive English wicketkeeper-batsman has been one of the standout performers for RR. His aggressive batting style and ability to score quickly make him a valuable asset at the top of the order. Buttler’s experience in high-pressure situations is crucial for RR’s ambitions in IPL 2025.
Rajasthan Royals Uncapped Players to Consider in IPL 2025
Sandeep Sharma
Sandeep Sharma has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket and could be retained as an uncapped player.
His experience and skills as a bowler can add depth to RR’s bowling lineup, especially in death overs.
RR’ Right to Match (RTM) Players
Shimron Hetmyer
Hetmyer has proven himself as a game-changer with his explosive batting capabilities in the middle order.
If he enters the auction pool, RR will likely use an RTM card to retain him.
