Samson to Chahal: 5 high-profile names Rajasthan Royals should retain ahead of IPL auction

By Moneycontrol Sports Desk | September 28, 2024

Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008.

Rajasthan came very close to winning the title in 2022 but had to be content with a runners-up finish.

Ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, here are the 5 names that Rajasthan Royals would target to retain

He is the captain of the franchise and has been a consistent performer. He is most likely to be retained by the franchise

Sanju Samson:

Under Samson, Rajasthan has reached the playoffs twice, which include an appearance in the final

Rajasthan’s most successful skipper

He scored 531 runs from 16 matches at an average of 48.27.

Sanju Samson in IPL 2024:

Jos Buttler is an explosive batter and has also won the Orange Cap. His efforts helped Rajasthan storm into the finals in 2022

Jos Buttler:

Buttler scored 359 runs in 11 matches, which included an unbeaten century

Jos Buttler in IPL 2024:

The left-handed opener showcased immense potential in recent seasons, and it will be difficult to let go off him 

Yashasvi Jaiswal:

He scored 435 runs from 16 matches with a strike rate of 155.91

Yashasvi Jaiswal in IPL 2024:

Rajasthan should try to keep Yuzvendra Chahal, who is a genuine wicket-taking option at any stage of the match.

Yuzvendra Chahal:

Chahal is the first bowler in IPL history to take 200 wickets and also won the Purple Cap in 2022.

Purple Cap holder:

Chahal scalped 18 wickets from 15 encounters in the previous season.

Chahal in IPL 2024:

Trent Boult is a proven asset to Rajasthan Royals’ bowling attack 

Trent Boult:

The Kiwi pacer took 16 wickets from 16 matches

Trent Boult in IPL 2024:

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