Defending IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders have made a bold decision to not retain skipper Shreyas Iyer ahead of the mega auction. The franchise and the batter could not come to a mutual agreement and Iyer, who was bought for a whopping 12.25 crores, will now be available in the auction. The team is also not planning to retain all-rounder Andre Russell and most expensive player Mitchell Starc, instead opting to grab them in the auction. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians are looking to retain young batsman Varma, who has been a crucial performer for the team despite their recent poor performances.
Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians Shake Up IPL Rosters
Defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have made a significant decision to not retain captain Shreyas Iyer ahead of the upcoming mega auction. The franchise and the batter failed to reach a mutual agreement, making Iyer available for bidding.
KKR also plans to release all-rounder Andre Russell and pace bowler Mitchell Starc, opting to acquire them back through the auction. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians (MI) are reportedly keen on retaining young batsman Tilak Varma, despite the team's recent struggles.
Background
Shreyas Iyer was acquired by KKR for a record-breaking 12.25 crores (approximately USD 1.5 million) in the 2023 IPL auction. The batter had a successful stint as captain of the Delhi Capitals, leading the team to their maiden IPL final in 2020.
Andre Russell has been a mainstay for KKR since 2014, known for his explosive batting and effective bowling. Mitchell Starc joined the franchise in 2022 and was their most expensive acquisition at 10.75 crores.
Mumbai Indians have won a record five IPL titles but have underperformed in recent seasons. Tilak Varma has emerged as a bright spot, impressing with his consistent performances in the middle order.
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