As the excitement builds for the IPL 2025 mega auction, teams are fine-tuning their strategies based on the recently announced retention lists. A key component of these strategies is the Right to Match (RTM) cards, which allow franchises to reclaim players they previously released. Understanding how many RTM cards each team has at their disposal can provide valuable insight into their plans for the auction. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the RTM cards available for each IPL franchise as they prepare to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season.
RTM Cards Available: 1
With MS Dhoni retained as an uncapped player, CSK holds onto one RTM card to potentially match bids for key players during the auction.
RTM Cards Available: 2
Retaining four players allows DC to utilize two RTM cards, giving them the ability to reclaim valuable talent if they choose to bid elsewhere.
RTM Cards Available: 1
After retaining five players, GT has one RTM card at their disposal to counter any bids for released players, maintaining strategic flexibility.
RTM Cards Available: 1
With five players retained, LSG retains one RTM card, allowing them to respond to bids on key players they might want to bring back.
RTM Cards Available: 1
MI retained five players, and their single RTM card gives them a tactical option to bid on any released talent during the auction.
RTM Cards Available: 4
Retaining just two players gives PBKS significant flexibility, allowing them to utilize all four of their RTM cards to reclaim talent they value highly.
RTM Cards Available: 0
By retaining six players, RR does not have any RTM cards left, which may limit their ability to counter offers on released players.
RTM Cards Available: 3
RCB's decision to retain only three players means they have three RTM cards, offering them substantial options to re-acquire key players in the auction.
RTM Cards Available: 1
SRH retained five players, leaving them with one RTM card to leverage during the auction, enhancing their strategy for player acquisitions.
RTM Cards Available: 0
KKR retained six players, fully utilizing their retention slots, which means they do not have any RTM cards left for the auction.