IPL Retention Rules 2025: Complete Guide to IPL Player Regulations
The Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council has announced the IPL Player Regulations for 2025-2027, bringing much-needed clarity to the IPL 2025 mega auction rules. These retention rules will play a crucial role in how franchises strategize ahead of the upcoming season.
As per the new guidelines, each IPL franchise can retain a maximum of six players, including at least one uncapped player. The auction purse for the 2025 season has been set at ₹120 crore, which will allow teams to bid aggressively for the best talent.
IPL 2025 Retention Rules: Key Details for Franchises and Players
In the latest IPL Governing Council meeting, several important decisions were made. Let’s break down the new IPL retention rules for 2025:
- Player Retention Limit for IPL 2025:
Each franchise is allowed to retain a maximum of 6 players. This includes 5 capped players (Indian or overseas) and 2 uncapped players. Franchises can exercise this option through either direct retention or by using the Right to Match (RTM) card. - IPL 2025 Auction Purse and Salary Cap:
The total auction purse for each franchise in the IPL 2025 auction is set at ₹120 crore. This purse includes the bid amount during the auction, player performance bonuses, and the newly introduced match fee. The salary cap, which was ₹110 crore in 2024, will increase to ₹146 crore in 2025, ₹151 crore in 2026, and ₹157 crore in 2027, offering teams more flexibility in future auctions. - Match Fees for IPL Players:
For the first time in IPL history, every player will receive a match fee of ₹7.5 lakh per game, in addition to their contractual salary. This new rule applies to all players, including those designated as impact players. - Foreign Player Registration for IPL 2025:
All overseas players must register to participate in the auction. Failure to do so will result in ineligibility for the next year’s auction. - Player Unavailability and Ban:
Any player who withdraws after being selected in the auction will be banned from the IPL for the next two seasons. - Capped to Uncapped Status for Indian Players:
Any Indian player who hasn’t played an international match in the past five years or does not hold a BCCI central contract will be considered uncapped. This rule applies only to Indian players. - Impact Player Rule Continuation:
The popular Impact Player Rule, introduced to provide teams with more strategic flexibility, will continue to be in effect for the IPL 2025-2027 cycle.
IPL 2025 Auction: What Teams and Players Need to Know
With the auction purse being raised significantly and new retention rules in place, the IPL 2025 mega auction is set to be a crucial turning point for franchises. Teams will have to carefully manage their budget and make strategic choices regarding which players to retain. Additionally, the introduction of a match fee will also affect how franchises balance their squad.
For more updates on the IPL 2025 auction, retention guidelines, and upcoming rules, stay tuned to the latest news from the IPL Governing Council.
