Rajasthan Royals Retention List for IPL 2025: Key Players Not Retained and How Much They Can Spend at Mega Auction As per Reports?

Rajasthan Royals Retention List for IPL 2025: Ahead of the IPL 2025 retention deadline, Rajasthan Royals are reportedly moving forward with a refined squad strategy, opting to retain a core group that includes three of their star players, along with captain, from their last season.

The side is also letting go many of their star players, including capped Indian players and prominently star batter Jos Buttler could also enter the auction too. Let's find out more below:

Rajasthan Royals Players Retained

Sanju Samson - ₹18 crore
Yashasvi Jaiswal - ₹14 crore
Riyan Parag - ₹11 crore

Note: Salaries are assumed as per retention rules

Key Players Not Retained by Rajasthan Royals

Jos Buttler - ₹10 crore (pending negotiation)
Avesh Khan - ₹10 crore
Shimron Hetmyer - ₹8.5 crore
Trent Boult - ₹8 crore
Yuzvendra Chahal - ₹6.5 crore
Ravichandran Ashwin - ₹5 crore
Obed McCoy - ₹1.5 crore
Dhruv Jurel - ₹20 lakh

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Among the key releases, veteran spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal. Chahal, especially has been among the trump cards for the side with 66 wickets in 46 matches for the franchise over the last three seasons. The franchise notably had to part ways with their capped Indian wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel, who is hoping to cash in on the auction day.

Among the foreign players not retained, Trent Boult and Shimron Hetmyer are the one to be let fo by the franchise while Buttler remains the sole overseas players

IPL Auction Budget and Future Strategy

With the IPL 2025 mega auction scheduled for late November and a total budget of ₹120 crore, Rajasthan Royals are expected to have approximately ₹77 crore remaining after retaining their primary players. This sizable budget provides flexibility to pursue impactful players and further reinforce their lineup.

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The decision to retain Riyan Parag, who delivered consistent performances last season, highlights Rajasthan’s commitment to investing in young talents. With Jos Buttler’s future with the team under discussion, the Royals seem focused on developing a balanced mix of youth and experience. Trent Boult's release suggests an intention to explore alternative options, potentially strengthening the pace attack through fresh acquisitions at the auction.

The retention decisions indicate Rajasthan Royals’ ambition to build a resilient and competitive team for IPL 2025, aiming to emerge as strong contenders with a revamped squad.