Chennai Super Kings eyeing big move for Rishabh Pant as they plan for life after MS Dhoni in IPL 2025

New Delhi: In a recent development, MS Dhoni has confirmed his participation in the next season, putting an end to speculations surrounding his future in cricket. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had set a deadline of October 31 for teams to submit their retention lists for the upcoming season. However, just before the deadline, reports emerged suggesting that Ravindra Jadeja's place in the Chennai Super Kings team may be at risk. This surprising update has left fans and experts alike speculating on the team's strategy for the next season.

It cannot be denied that MS Dhoni will retire sooner or later. In his absence, CSK will need a wicketkeeper who can not only replace Dhoni but can also lead the team in the future. There are speculations that Delhi Capitals may release Rishabh Pant, in such a situation, reports have come out that the CSK management is also ready to spend Rs 20 crore on Pant.

Will Rishabh Pant join CSK?

According to The Indian Express, Chennai Super Kings is ready to pay Rs 20 crore to buy Rishabh Pant, but the problem is that nothing has been decided yet about Pant going to the auction. If CSK has made up its mind to add Pant, then a big question will also be which player will have to lose from the retention list.

Recently an update came out that Ravindra Jadeja could be CSK’s first retention. But if Rishabh Pant comes for Rs 20 crore, then Jadeja can be assured of a Right to Match (RTM) card. At the same time, it is also possible that CSK can retain Ravindra Jadeja and bid high on Rishabh Pant in the auction.