Chennai Super Kings retain key players and prepare for IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have retained four key players for the IPL 2025 mega auction, including MS Dhoni and Matheesha Pathirana. Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead the team, marking a change in captaincy. The IPL 2025 auction will occur on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A total of 577 players will be available, with teams aiming to fill 204 slots, including 70 for overseas players. CSK has a remaining budget of INR 55 crore for the auction. Other teams have varying budgets, with Kolkata Knight Riders leading at INR 110.5 crore.