Uncapped Player Rule Returns, Dhoni Set for CSK Retention
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has reintroduced the uncapped player rule, allowing teams to retain experienced players at a reduced cost. This rule has come as a boon for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), who can now retain MS Dhoni for just Rs 12 crores over three seasons.
Dhoni, who has been the face of CSK since the inaugural edition of the IPL, brings immense value to the team both on and off the field. His leadership, experience, and ability to mentor young players make him an invaluable asset.
The uncapped player rule states that a capped Indian player becomes uncapped if they have not played in the starting XI in international cricket or do not have a central contract with the BCCI in the last five calendar years. This rule allows teams to retain players who may not be regular members of the national team but still have the ability to perform at the highest level.
Former Australia all-rounder and ex-Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Tom Moody believes the uncapped player rule is a positive move. He said, “I think it’s a great rule. It allows players who are good enough and have longevity to continue playing on the big stage and perform.”
Moody also suggested that the five-year rule could be further reduced to three years. He said, “I personally think five years is a long time; I would like to see it as a three-year window.”
CSK has yet to have discussions with Dhoni regarding his future after the retention rules were announced. However, the team is likely to retain him as one of their three players. This would allow them to retain other key players such as Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Matheesha Pathirana.
The reintroduction of the uncapped player rule is a significant development for the IPL. It allows teams to retain experienced players at a reduced cost, which could lead to more competitive and exciting matches in the future.
