IPL 2025 Retention Day LIVE: KKR Very Likely To Release Venkatesh Iyer – Republic World

Updated 15 November 2025 at 15:15 IST

IPL 2025 Retention Day LIVE: The countdown to the IPL 2025 mega auction begins with Retention Day, as all 10 franchises lock in their core squads. With the deadline closing in, fans are eager to see which stars will be retained and which big names will be released into the auction pool. From CSK’s strategy under Dhoni’s guidance to MI’s headline trades, and RCB’s hunt for balance, every decision will shape the road to IPL 2025 glory.

IPL 2025 Retention Day LIVE: Stay tuned to LIVE coverage on republicworld.com for instant updates, franchise-wise retention lists, surprise trades, and expert analysis. Will your favourite player stay with their team or head to the auction? Follow the drama as it unfolds in real time.
Venkatesh Iyer is all set to be released by KKR ahead of the IPL 2026 mini auction, as per reports.
As of now, Ajinkya Rahane is likely to stay with KKR despite several reports of him being linked with an exit.
RCB are likely to part ways with Liam Livingstone, Mayank Agarwal and Rasikh Dar.
Kolkata Knight Riders are expected to release Venkatesh Iyer, who endured a poor IPL 2025.
New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson will reportedly be retained by the IPL 2025 runner-up.
The IPL retention rule this year is quite different this year as compared to the mega auctions that were held last year. This time around, there is no cap on retaining Indian players, overseas players, or uncapped players
Rajasthan Royals are expected to retain Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
As per reports, CSK are all set to part ways with Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. They are also expected to release Mathessha Pathirana.
As per Cricbuzz, the Delhi Capitals are set to release Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mohit Sharma and Harry Brook.
The IPL 2025 Retention will have a live telecast on Star Sports Network, while the live streaming will be available on the JioStar app and website. The broadcast will start as soon as the 2nd of the IND vs SA Test finishes.
Donovan Ferreira has been successfully traded to the Delhi Capitals from the Rajasthan Royals for a fee of INR 1 crore.
Mumbai Indians have traded Arjun Tendulkar to Lucknow Super Giants for INR 30 lakhs.
Kolkata Knight Riders have successfully traded spinner Mayank Markande to Mumbai Indians for INR 30 lakh.
Nitish Rana has joined Delhi Capitals from Rajasthan Royals at his existing Rs 4.2 crore fee.
Sunrisers Hyderabad have traded Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants, and the Indian pacer will move to LSG at his existing price Rs 10 crore.
Sanju Samson has been traded to CSK, while Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran head towards the Rajasthan Royals.
IPL 2025 Retention Day Live: Welcome to the live blog of IPL 2025 retention day. Stay tuned here for all the latest updates and news.
Published By : Anirban Sarkar
Published On: 15 November 2025 at 11:53 IST

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