Indian cricket star Rishabh Pant has addressed rumors surrounding his non-retention by the Delhi Capitals ahead of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, putting to rest speculation about financial disagreements. Pant’s response sheds light on the franchise's decision and provides clarity on his future in the league.
Former Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar recently suggested that monetary disagreements might have played a role in Pant not being retained by the Delhi Capitals. However, Pant was quick to refute this claim, stating:
My retention wasn’t about the money for sure that I can say ?
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) November 19, 2024
"My retention wasn’t about the money for sure that I can say ?."
This comment was made in response to Gavaskar’s analysis on a Star Sports video, where he had speculated on retention dynamics, saying:
“Sometimes when the player is to be retained, there is talk between the player and the franchise about the fees that are expected.”
The Delhi Capitals opted to retain a mix of experienced and young players for the IPL 2025 season. Their retained players include:
Rishabh Pant’s journey to the IPL 2025 Mega Auction comes after a challenging phase in his career. Having faced injuries that sidelined him for a significant duration, Pant has been working diligently on his fitness. Reports suggest that he is fully recovered and eager to return to competitive cricket, making him an attractive prospect for any franchise.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promises to be a thrilling event. With teams like the Delhi Capitals entering the auction with a substantial purse, fans can expect intense bidding wars for marquee players like Rishabh Pant.
The auction will also see several teams revamping their squads to address past performance gaps. Pant’s availability adds an exciting dimension to the event, as franchises strategize to secure the best talent.
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