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The Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction is set to be a major event, with several key players entering the bidding pool. One such player is Rishabh Pant, who was not retained by the Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the auction. This decision came as a surprise to many fans, as Pant has been a crucial player for DC since joining the franchise in 2016. He quickly established himself as a key batsman and wicketkeeper, and even took over captaincy in 2022. However, despite his impressive performance, DC decided not to retain him, indicating a potential change in their strategy for the upcoming season.
The decision to release Pant has left fans wondering what the future holds for the talented cricketer. While DC will have two Right To Match (RTM) cards at the auction, it is understood that they will try to buy back Pant. This indicates that the franchise still considers him a valuable asset and hopes to retain him. However, with three capped and one uncapped retention, DC's purse will be depleted by at least INR 47 crore, leaving them with INR 73 crore to spend at the auction.
The release of Pant also raises questions about DC's captaincy for the next season. If they are not able to buy him back at the auction, they will have to pick a new leader. This decision will be crucial for the team's success in the upcoming IPL season. With the mega auction looming, the fate of Pant and the Delhi Capitals remains uncertain. Fans are eagerly awaiting the auction to see how the franchise will approach the bidding process and whether they will be successful in acquiring their former captain.
Source: Pant to go into mega auction after not being retained by Delhi Capitals