Gujarat Titans have signed Kusal Mendis as a replacement for Jos Buttler, who will depart on May 26, 2025, for national duties. Mendis, acquired for Rs 75 Lakh, brings international experience after a stint in the Pakistan Super League 2025. Buttler's exit leaves a void despite GT's strong position atop the IPL standings, having won eight of eleven matches.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru has signed New Zealand's Tim Seifert for Rs 2 Crore as a replacement for Jacob Bethell, who is departing for England national duties after the SRH match. Seifert, an explosive wicketkeeper batter with prior IPL experience with KKR and DC, has played 66 T20Is, scoring 1540 runs.
Mitchell Starc will not participate in the remainder of the IPL 2025, informing Delhi Capitals of his decision. As the team resumes practice, they anticipate the arrival of Faf du Plessis, Tristan Stubbs, and mentor Kevin Pietersen. With several players unavailable due to international duties, franchises are making temporary replacements, including Delhi Capitals signing Mustafizur Rahman.
Rahul Dravid's unique score-keeping method drew attention amidst Rajasthan Royals' disappointing IPL 2025 season. Despite investing in youth like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, RR finished ninth, in stark contrast to their 2022 performance. While Suryavanshi and Jaiswal shone, the team struggled with chasing targets and missed experienced players like Jos Buttler. They will finish the season with just 8 points.
Hrishikesh Kanitkar has been appointed as the head coach for the India A team's England tour, commencing on May 30. Rajib Dutta will serve as the bowling coach, and Joydeep Bhattacharya as the fielding coach. Abhimanyu Easwaran will captain the side in three matches, including two against England Lions and one against the senior India squad.
KL Rahul's brief innings of 11 runs against Mumbai Indians contrasted sharply with his century in the previous outing against Gujarat Titans. Despite the early dismissal, caught by Ryan Rickelton off Trent Boult, Rahul has amassed 504 runs this IPL season, averaging 56.00 with a strike rate of 148.67.
James Hopes credits Ricky Ponting's relaxed environment and Shreyas Iyer's tactical captaincy for Punjab Kings' playoff success after 11 years. Hopes praises Arshdeep Singh's coachability and believes both Iyer and Singh deserve spots in the Indian squad for the England tour. He also highlights the team's focus on making impactful moments rather than dwelling on high scores.
MS Dhoni's fans can rejoice as sources suggest he may not retire after the current season. Despite CSK's struggles and external doubts, Dhoni hasn't indicated this is his last year. Insiders believe his presence is vital to guide the young core and restore the team's championship caliber.
Nehal Wadhera credited clear communication with the captain and coach for Punjab Kings' consistent 200-plus scores in IPL 2025, following their 219/5 against Rajasthan Royals. Wadhera's career-best 70* and Shashank Singh's 59* propelled PBKS after an initial slump. The IPL 2025 season, interrupted by cross-border tensions, will resume on May 17, with the final on June 3, across six venues.
Ishan Kishan's brilliant 94 propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to a formidable 231 against Royal Challengers Bangalore, securing a consolatory win in their penultimate match. Kishan's heroics however, does not impact SRH's position in the IPL table, as they remain in 8th spot, failing to surpass Kolkata Knight Riders, who remain a point above Hyderabad.