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Heading into the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Rajasthan Royals (RR) are gearing up for the player auction with high hopes. The team, captained by Sanju Samson, boasts a star-studded lineup and aim to clinch their second IPL trophy. Despite finishing fifth in IPL 2023 and missing out on the playoffs, the RR franchise have retained a strong core, setting the stage for strategic moves in the upcoming IPL 2024 mini-auction.
Retained core and strategic moves: Rajasthan Royals’ approach to IPL 2024 Auction
Key players retained include promising stars like Yashasvi Jaiswal, experienced campaigners such as Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin, pace spearhead Trent Boult and the explosive Jos Buttler. The retention of these players reflects the team’s commitment to building a balanced and competitive squad for the upcoming season.
Renewed determination: RR’s road to redemption in the 17th IPL edition
The disappointment of the previous season has fueled the determination of the RR franchise to make astute selections in the auction. The mini-auction, scheduled in Dubai on December 19, presents a crucial opportunity for the Royals to strengthen their squad with strategic signings. The team’s think tank and the management is expected to conduct thorough research and analysis to make informed decisions during the auction.
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Rajasthan Royals (RR) retained players and remaining purse:
- Number of players retained: 17
- Available slots: 8
- Overseas slots: 3
- Total money spent: INR 85.5 crore
- Salary cap available: INR 14.5 crore
Salary of players retained by RR ahead of IPL 2024 Auction
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – INR 4 crore
- Shimron Hetmyer** – INR 8.50 crore
- Sanju Samson (c & wk) – INR 14 crore
- Jos Buttler (wk)** – INR 10 crore
- Dhruv Jurel (wk) – INR 20 lakh
- Navdeep Saini – INR 2.60 crore
- Kuldeep Sen – INR 20 lakh
- Yuzvendra Chahal – INR 6.50 crore
- Trent Boult** – INR 8 crore
- Riyan Parag– INR 3.80 crore
- Ravichandran Ashwin – INR 5 crore
- Donovan Ferreira** – INR 50 lakh
- Kunal Rathore – INR 20 lakh
- Adam Zampa** – INR 1.5 crore
- Sandeep Sharma – INR 50 lakh
- Avesh Khan (Traded from Lucknow Super Giants) – INR 10 crore
- Prasidh Krishna – INR 10 crore
**- indicates foreign players
