The IPL 2025 mega auction is fast approaching, and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) is making waves with their retention choices. According to ESPNcricinfo, SRH is all set to retain Heinrich Klaasen for a whopping Rs 23 crore! This announcement caught fans by surprise, as many expected Australian superstar Pat Cummins to be their first pick. However, Cummins, who led SRH in IPL 2024, is also being retained, but at a slightly lower price of Rs 18 crore.
Let’s break it down:
- Heinrich Klaasen will be SRH’s big-ticket retention, with the team shelling out a massive Rs 23 crore. Klaasen’s explosive performances in IPL 2024 earned him this lucrative deal.
- Pat Cummins, the current captain of SRH, is set to stay on for IPL 2025, but at a reduced Rs 18 crore. Despite a pay cut from his previous Rs 20.50 crore deal, Cummins remains a key figure for the team.
SRH’s retention strategy doesn’t end there. Indian sensation Abhishek Sharma is also being retained at Rs 14 crore after an incredible IPL 2024 season. The young all-rounder, along with Cummins and Klaasen, forms a formidable core for SRH going into the next season. Other retentions expected include Nitish Kumar Reddy and Travis Head, though their exact prices haven’t been confirmed yet.
The IPL has set an October 31 deadline for teams to finalize their retentions, and SRH’s decisions will certainly set the stage for an exciting auction.
SRH’s Stars from IPL 2024
Let’s take a quick look back at IPL 2024 and why these players deserve these mega deals:
- Heinrich Klaasen had a standout season, scoring 479 runs in 15 innings with a jaw-dropping strike rate of 171.07.
- Abhishek Sharma emerged as a breakout star, amassing 484 runs in 16 innings with an impressive strike rate of 204.21.
- Travis Head led the charge with 567 runs in 15 innings, striking at 191.55, and forming a deadly opening partnership with Abhishek.
- Nitish Kumar Reddy made his mark as an all-rounder, debuting for India and smashing 74 off 34 balls in his second T20I game.
With such powerhouse performances, it’s no wonder SRH is going all-in on their retentions. Are they making the right moves? Let us know what you think, and share your thoughts with fellow cricket fans!
