In addition to making some impactful releases, LSG may also try to retain some players who seem ready to part ways with the franchise.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) did not have a great last season as they failed to qualify for the playoffs for the first time since their entry in 2022. They could only win seven matches and finished in the seventh position with 14 points.
While mega auctions always demand significant changes, LSG would have accepted some bold decisions anyway. They had some gaps in their team and they won’t find a better time than the IPL 2025 auction to address those concerns.
In addition to making some impactful releases, LSG may also try to retain some players who seem ready to part ways with the franchise. We tried to find three players who could surprisingly be retained by them ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.
Krunal Pandya
It looks like Krunal Pandya will be released by Lucknow Super Giants as his performances were not good enough to warrant a retention. However, there is still merit in retaining it.
Firstly, he is an all-rounder who provides value with both bat and ball and has extensive experience playing in the league. Also, it looks like LSG will release KL Rahul and will need a captain, so Krunal, who previously led the franchise, may be a candidate to take over.
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Yudhvir Singh Charak
Among the most talented domestic bowlers, Yudhvir Singh Charak has multiple reasons to plead his case. He is a true speedster with huge potential to become an all-round bowler, especially a mid-range performer because he hits the bat hard.
Furthermore, he is only 27 years old and will be a long-term investment for LSG and will be able to serve them for years. LSG can retain him in the uncapped category by spending just INR 4 crore, which could be close to his IPL auction price.
Arshin Kulkarni
In terms of his potential, Arshin Kulkarni is among the most exciting players in the country and is capable of achieving great things in world cricket. In a short time, he has proven his capabilities in domestic cricket and will only get better from now on.
He contributes with both bat and ball and pace bowling all-rounders are not easy to find, which should tempt LSG to keep him at the front of the auction. He can be retained in the uncapped category for just INR 4 crore and will be a long-term contract for the Lucknow-based franchise.
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