The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to be a significant event, with many big players potentially changing teams. Rumors have been circulating about players like Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson possibly not being retained by their current teams. According to reports, in the upcoming mega auction, each franchise can retain a maximum of four players. This means that many top players might enter the auction.

Rohit Sharma Might Leave Mumbai Indians

There were rumors that Mumbai Indians removed Rohit Sharma from the captaincy and replaced him with Hardik Pandya in the last season. It was also reported that Rohit was unhappy with the MI management during IPL 2024. This led to speculations that Rohit might leave Mumbai and become the captain of Lucknow Super Giants or even join Punjab Kings. However, a recent media report suggests that Rohit might stay with Mumbai Indians, although no official confirmation has been made yet.

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Sanju Samson’s Possible Move to CSK

Another rumor was that Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson might move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This news trended heavily on social media. Meanwhile, with Rahul Dravid possibly becoming the head coach of Rajasthan Royals next season, another rumor surfaced that Sanju Samson might not leave RR after all.

Shivam Dube to Rajasthan Royals?

Shivam Dube’s IPL career has taken off since joining CSK, and he is now one of the top all-rounders in the league. Recently, a rumor emerged that Rajasthan Royals requested CSK to trade Shivam Dube. During these discussions, Sanju Samson’s name came up because it was said that CSK asked for Sanju Samson in exchange for Shivam Dube. However, neither side has confirmed this.

Rishabh Pant to Leave Delhi Capitals?

Rishabh Pant has been the captain of Delhi Capitals since 2021, but after the departure of team mentor Ricky Ponting, there were speculations that Pant might also leave DC. After the end of IPL 2024, reports suggested that Pant could join CSK, especially with the possibility of MS Dhoni retiring, as CSK would need an Indian wicketkeeper.

Before the mega auction, none of the 10 IPL franchises can directly contact any specific player. If a team is interested in trading or buying a player, they must go through the management of the other franchises.