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IPL 2025: 3 Overseas Players Who Can Start A Bidding War Between RCB, MI And CSK In Mega Auction

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Since its inception, the Indian Premier League has been one of the biggest carnivals in the cricketing landscape. Fondly known as the IPL, the lucrative event is celebrated like a festival not only in India but also around the world. 

The allure of the Indian Premier League is not just its numerous marquee players but also the nail-biting contests that keep cricket fans on the edge of their seats throughout the Indian summer. However, the IPL mega auction, with its potential for unexpected player movements, is the icing on the cake. 

As the mega auction draws near, fans' anticipation and excitement reach a fever pitch. Every auction is a battleground for franchises, with players shifting their allegiances. So, as we approach the IPL 2025 mega auction, let's explore which overseas players might spark a bidding war among the three most talked-about teams: Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. 

3. Heinrich Klaasen

Current team - Sunrisers Hyderabad
SRH's four probable retentions - Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma and Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Why will RCB, MI, and CSK look to buy Heinrich Klaasen?

  • Mumbai Indians: After releasing Tilak Varma, MI will need a middle-order batter to assist Suryakumar Yadav in upping the ante for them. With skipper Hardik Pandya struggling to take on the spinners, Klaasen could be the perfect player for the enforcer's role in the middle overs. 
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru: RCB's failure to build a solid middle-order cost them big in this year's IPL. With Glenn Maxwell likely to be released and Dinesh Karthik retiring from IPL, Klaasen could be an excellent choice for RCB to strengthen their middle order. 
  • Chennai Super Kings: The five-time champions experienced acceleration issues, particularly in the middle overs, in IPL 2024. This mega auction gives them a golden opportunity to buy Klaasen and form a formidable middle-order around him. Considering his ability to maul spin bowling, the South African can be an asset for CSK in Chennai. 

2. Mitchell Starc

Current team - Kolkata Knight Riders
KKR's four probable retentions - Shreyas Iyer, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine and Rinku Singh

Why will RCB, MI, and CSK look to buy Mitchell Starc?

  • Mumbai Indians: Although MI secured the services of Gerald Coetzee, it didn't yield desirable results for them in the IPL 2024. Mitchell Starc brings a vast international experience to the table. Also, his ability to operate in the powerplay and slog overs can reduce Jasprit Bumrah's workload, as well as make MI a ruthless bowling unit. 
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Mitchell Starc can certainly make things happen for RCB with his pace and swing on Bengaluru's flat batting deck. Furthermore, as the Aussie spearhead can nail yorkers at will, his inclusion will boost RCB's death bowling, something they haven't been able to sort out in the last few seasons. 
  • Chennai Super Kings: Deepak Chahar's frequent injury setbacks hampered CSK's powerplay bowling in the IPL 2024. Despite trying several options, the five-time champions still search for a quality new ball bowler to lead their attack. So, Mitchell Starc can be their go-to man, as he can form a deadly bowling duo with Matheesha Pathirana. 

1.Quinton de Kock

Current team - Lucknow Super Giants
LSG's four probable retentions - KL Rahul, Ravi Bishnoi, Nicholas Pooran and Marcus Stoinis

Why will RCB, MI, and CSK look to buy Quinton de Kock?

  • Mumbai Indians: The Hardik Pandya-led side could release Ishan Kishan owing to his inconsistency and a whopping price tag. As De Kock has played for them in the past, MI might bring him back to capitalise on Mumbai's familiar conditions. 
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru: RCB will likely release Faf du Plessis and enter the mega auction in pursuit of an opener. Given Dinesh Karthik is retired, they might think of getting De Kock as a two-in-one package, as he can keep wickets besides opening the batting for them. 
  • Chennai Super Kings: CSK, who saw their IPL 2024 campaign ruined by Rachin Ravindra's inconsistency, could bid for De Kock to form a more stable top order. The stylish southpaw can help them get brisk starts by capitalising on the field restrictions.