The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the retention rules for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. According to the new rules, each team will be allowed to retain a maximum of six players ahead of the auction. However, the uncapped player rule has garnered significant attention, particularly for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
The uncapped player rule states that any Indian player who has not played an international game in the last five years will be considered an “uncapped player.” This includes former CSK captain MS Dhoni, who has not played for India since 2019. As a result, CSK can retain Dhoni for a mere Rs 4 crore, a significant discount from his previous salary.
Amidst the ongoing speculation about Dhoni’s future in the IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) owner Shah Rukh Khan’s recent comments have gone viral. During an award ceremony, filmmaker Karan Johar teased Khan about retirement, prompting a humorous response from the Bollywood superstar.
Khan stated that he and Dhoni are “different kind of legends” who continue to play despite announcing their retirement. He added that Dhoni had initially said he was retiring but ended up playing for another 10 years.
Khan’s comments have sparked a debate about the nature of retirement for legendary athletes. While some believe that legends should know when to step away, others argue that they should continue playing as long as they are able.
The BCCI’s retention rules and Khan’s comments have ignited discussions about the future of Dhoni and other veteran players in the IPL. It remains to be seen whether Dhoni will continue to play for CSK or if he will announce his retirement before the 2025 season.
