Rishabh Pant, India's star wicketkeeper-batsman, recently made a sensational return to Test cricket during the two-match series against Bangladesh at home. As the buzz intensifies around the IPL 2025 auction, Pant's late-night tweet has left fans speculating about his future with the Delhi Capitals.
Pant's comeback is remarkable, especially after recovering from a life-threatening car accident in December 2022. His determination and resilience allowed him to not only regain full fitness but also lead Team India to victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. He even scored a century in his first Test match since the accident.
Known for his engaging personality, Pant stirred social media with a playful tweet early Saturday morning, asking his fans, "If I go to the auction, will I be sold or not and for how much?" The post, shared around midnight and later edited at 12:26 AM, quickly went viral, igniting discussions among fans and IPL enthusiasts.
Pant's future in IPL 2025 is a hot topic, especially after he dismissed rumors linking him to the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) ahead of the mega auction. He strongly refuted these claims, labeling them as "fake news."
As the captain of the Delhi Capitals, Pant's role in the team is under scrutiny, particularly with the IPL franchises preparing for the upcoming auction. His cryptic post not only captured the attention of his followers but also sparked a wave of memes online.
IPL 2025 Auction Details
In the IPL 2025 auction, teams can retain a maximum of six players through retention or the Right to Match (RTM) option, including up to five capped players (both Indian and overseas) and two uncapped players. The auction purse for IPL 2025 is set at Rs 120 crore, with the total salary cap—comprising auction purse, incremental performance pay, and match fees—rising to Rs 146 crore. This marks a significant increase from the Rs 110 crore cap in 2024. The cap will continue to rise, reaching Rs 151 crore in 2026 and Rs 157 crore in 2027, making the upcoming auctions more competitive than ever.
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