How Many More Players Can CSK Buy At The IPL 2025 Auction?

CSK have retained five players [Source: @HustlerCSK/x.com]CSK have retained five players [Source: @HustlerCSK/x.com]

The IPL 2025 mega auction is just around the corner and CSK fans are buzzing with excitement. The Men in Yellow have already revealed their retained players, and yes, the big news has been that MS Dhoni is staying.

With their core players locked in, the next question is – how many players can CSK buy in the auction? Here’s a close look at how many players CSK can buy in the IPL 2025 mega auction.

How Many Players Can CSK Buy?

CSK can have up to 25 players in their squad. They’ve already kept five players, which means they can buy a maximum of 20 more in the auction.

Out of their retentions, only one – Matheesha Pathirana – is an overseas player. As teams can have up to eight overseas players, CSK can pick seven more foreign players during the IPL 2025 auction.

With ₹55 crore left in their purse and one RTM card in hand, CSK has plenty of options. They can go big on key players or look for hidden gems to strengthen their lineup.

Who Has CSK Retained?

CSK has kept their trusted stars while making a few bold calls. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja have been retained for ₹18 crore each – showing just how valuable they are. Matheesha Pathirana, the young pace sensation, is staying for ₹13 crore. 

Shivam Dube also made the cut at ₹12 crore. And the biggest news? MS Dhoni is sticking around, retained as an uncapped player for ₹4 crore under a special IPL rule.

What’s Next For CSK?

CSK has a strong core, but they still need to fill some gaps. With Moeen Ali, Devon Conway, Deepak Chahar, and others released, they’ll be looking to plug the gaps. Plus, they have seven overseas slots to fill, so expect them to go hard on international stars. They’ll also keep an eye on young talents to balance experience with fresh energy.

CSK Retained Players List

Players
Retention Spot
Cost
Ruturaj Gaikwad1st₹18 crores
Matheesha Pathirana2nd₹13 crores
Shivam Dube3rd₹12 crores
Ravindra Jadeja4th₹18 crores
MS Dhoni5th₹4 crores

Chennai Super Kings are in a great spot to build a well-rounded squad with ₹55 crore in the purse. Their core is formidable and the auction could be the final piece of the puzzle.