BCCI Considers Allowing IPL Teams to Retain Six Players Before Mega Auction
The BCCI seems to be positive about currying favor with team owners in the upcoming mega auction of the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to a Cricbuzz report, the BCCI is considering allowing the franchise teams to retain six players in the squad before the mega auction. Apart from this, it seems that franchises will also be able to play a special inning as per the Right to Match Card (RTM). BCCI has not given any official information about this.
The 10 franchise teams of the Indian Premier League (IPL) have requested to increase the number of players retained for the upcoming 3 IPL seasons. Although the opinion of the 10 franchise teams varies, most teams are willing to retain 5 to 7 players. Some teams want to auction all the players. The BCI seems to be thinking of deciding in this regard, according to a majority figure. BCCI has not given any official information in this regard yet.
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Franchise Teams Push for Increased Retention Options
There is no telling how much a player will bid for if his name comes up for auction. Purse constraints and high bids at auctions make it more difficult for franchises to acquire the players they want. So to ease the way of team building by retaining the players in their fleet, the strategy of pre-booking the players through retain is beneficial for the franchisee. Know the current rules regarding player retention?
According to the retention rule that has been implemented by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for IPL franchises from 2021 onwards, the franchise team can retain up to 4 players before the auction. In this, more than 3 Indians or 2 foreign players have to be preferred. Franchise teams can play the game of adding a substitute player to the team through Right to Match (RTM) cards.
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Benefits of Increased Player Retention for Teams
The ability to retain more players before the auction would be a major advantage for franchise teams. Auctions can be unpredictable, with high bids and purse limitations often preventing teams from securing their desired players. By retaining up to six players, teams can better ensure the continuity of their squad, making team-building more efficient. If the BCCI implements this rule along with the RTM card option, teams will have greater flexibility and security in retaining key players, ultimately strengthening their chances in the upcoming IPL seasons.
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