Good changes are happening in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). Under the new rules, each player will be a millionaire. That is correct, you have heard it right! The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced new rules for the IPL. All these changes will make this season the most thrilling one ever.
What Are the New Rules?
Let’s now briefly talk about the new rules. The IPL is going to be a big event this year in terms of the auction. Teams can now retain six players. This comprises five international players and one uncapped player. An uncapped player refers to an individual who has not played any international matches till now.
The interesting thing is that MS Dhoni is one of those big cricketers, but he can still be one of the uncapped players. So he will get another chance to play even after his retirement. Hurray!
More Money for Players
The purse limit of the teams also has increased. The amount that was 100 crores has risen to 120 crores. This means more money for the teams to spend on the players. Big teams like Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI) are all very happy. They can retain their star players and bring in new ones as well.
Teams and Players
After these new rules, teams can retain their best players. It is creating a lot of advantage for the strong teams. They can safeguard their main pillars. For instance, if KKR wants to retain four star players, they can do that without thinking about losing them in the auction.
However, teams like Punjab Kings will pose a problem. They can lose some of the key players. But teams which have a good mix of the playing XI will benefit a lot.
Match Fees and Impact Players
Most importantly, it is introducing match fee. From now on, players will also get the match fee aside from the money they would be getting from their contract amount. This simply means players will now be getting more for every game they play. The BCCI is also introducing a concept of impact player. According to the rule, teams can use a player who could affect the outcome of the game.
Player Retention Details
At mega auction, teams are allowed to retain a maximum of five international players. Whether the one retained is an Indian or foreign player makes no difference. But then, the rest of the retained players would deduct from their available budget. When teams retain five players, they have only a little left between Rs.45 crores to sign new players.
IPL 2025: New Rules and Big Changes for Players
For instance, if the team retains five overseas players, then they have to spend nearly 75 crores. That would mean that they can just add 20 new players for the remaining budget.
Exciting Change for Overseas Players
During the current season, there will be no restriction on retaining the number of international players. It is such a huge change in the previous seasons. They can retain all five players as international stars. For example, SRH has many international players. They can retain their core group intact.
However, foreign players must try to register themselves to play otherwise cannot participate in IPL next season. If the player sells his name in the auction and then withdraws himself, he will be banned for two years.
MS Dhoni’s Special Rule
One of the most interesting rules is of MS Dhoni. A player who has not taken any international match for five years can be treated as an uncapped player. Hence, Dhoni, who didn’t play in 2020, can return as an uncapped player. Fans would love to see him knock up again!
Mega Auction and Right to Match Card
Mega auction is coming this November. Teams will have the right to match card. That means if any player is not retained, the team can still keep them if they are interested. For example, if Rohit Sharma is not retained by MI, they can take the right to the match card to get him at the price determined in the auction.
Conclusion: A Thrilling IPL Ahead
The new set of rules along with more money is said to make the IPL 2025 season the most exciting season yet for players and teams. The thrilling experience and excitements with favorite players as well as many new faces are awaited with preparation. The complete IPL is ready to rise up all the leagues in the world!