The upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction promises to be an extraordinary event, setting the stage for an auction like never before, and all eyes will be on Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, who is all set to part ways with the Delhi Capitals (DC STREAM ).
Delhi Capitals (DC) are said to be not interested in retaining Pant as captain for IPL 2025, and if that happens, the Indian wicketkeeper-batsman would put him under the hammer in the mega auction next November.
Rishabh Pant set for blockbuster entry in IPL 2025 mega auction
Since social media has been flooded with such speculations, many big franchises like Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are closely monitoring the development to bag Pant if he leaves Delhi Capitals (DC) for the captaincy
Apart from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are also interested in signing Pant as they are also looking for new leadership ahead of the upcoming IPL . 2025.
Media reports claimed that KKR and RCB will not retain Faf du Plessis and Shreyas Iyer as their captains and even the defending champions will let the Indian batsman participate in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. On the other hand, LSG will also release to their captain, KL Rahul.
RCB, KKR, LSG and PBKS are in line to sign Rishabh Pant
PBKS is also looking for a new captain as Shikhar Dhawan retired from the game. Recently, PBKS hired former DC coach Ricky Ponting as their new head coach, so Rishabh Pant is automatically on their radar for the captaincy. Ponting and Pant’s relationship could seal a deal for PBKS.
Now, a Times of India reporter has claimed that RCB, KKR, LSG and PBKS are after Rishabh Pant and he will be up for grabs and could attract offers in the range of INR 20-22 crore in the upcoming mega IPL 2025. auction. He also stated that RCB is willing to spend any amount for Pant but other franchises are also expected to join the chase.
Pant’s charisma and appeal make him a sought-after player, and his presence in the mega auction could start fierce competition between teams vying to sign him, as he will not only bring his leadership to the table, but also his skills in keep the wicket. And his batting prowess needs no introduction.
Pant to sell for INR 20-22 crore: report
So, it will be interesting to see who manages to acquire Pant’s services and at what price in the upcoming mega auction, but it is confirmed to go up for auction next month.
A Times of India reporter Sahil Malhotra said in a viral video, “Rishabh Pant is very likely to participate in the IPL mega auction and will sell for around Rs 20-22 crore. Not just RCB… RCB is willing to spend any amount for Pant. Don’t count out Punjab Kings, don’t count out KKR and don’t count out LSG. There are several franchises that will target him. Because he is a very nice character.”
RCB, KKR, LSG and PBKS waiting for Rishabh pants to go up for auction 🔥🔥
– Acc. For sahil malhotra (TOI), many franchises want rishabh pant in their team ✨
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– Hard Shekhawat (@wordofshekhawat) October 25, 2024