IPL 2021 Players Retention Live Updates: Rajasthan Royals Bid Farewell To Steve Smith, Kings XI Punjab Release Glenn Maxwell | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals owner Manoj Badale confirms appointment of Kumar Sangakkara as team director

Rajasthan Royals (RR) have appointed Kumar Sangakkara as their new team director, as confirmed by co-owner Manoj Badale.

Tom Banton released by Kolkata Knight Riders

Tom Banton has been released by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), with Chris Green the other overseas player let go by the Kolkata-based franchise.

Lasith Malinga released by Mumbai Indians

Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga has been released by the Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of IPL 2021. Malinga was not a part of IPL 2020, having opted out due to personal reasons.

Glenn Maxwell released by Kings XI Punjab

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has been reelased by the Kings XI Punjab (KXIP), with the cricketer unable to make his presence felt in IPL 2020.

Sanju Samson named the new Rajasthan Royals skipper

Team India cricketer Sanju Samson has been named as the captain of the Rajasthan Royals (RR), with former skipper Steve Smith released by the franchise.

Scott Styris believes that CSK have a lot of work to do

Former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris believes that CSK have a lot of work ahead of the IPL 2021 auction. The Chennai-based franchise failed to reach the playoffs in the previous edition of the tournament. 

Mike Hesson explains RCB’s Retention Strategy

RCB’s Director of Cricket Operations Mike Hesson has explained the franchise’s thinking behind the retention and release of players. The franchise has taken some tough decisions with the likes of Aaron Finch and Chris Morris released. 

Bold Diaries: Mike Hesson explains RCB’s Retention Strategy

Our Director of Cricket Operations, @CoachHesson gives us an insight into the thinking behind the retention and release of players. #PlayBold #WeAreChallengers #IPL2021 pic.twitter.com/GbcY5oCyiW

— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) January 20, 2021

CSK set to release their list of players retained, released soon

CSK are set to release their final list of players retained, released soon as evident from their tweet. What will the squad finally look like? That will be the question as we inch closer.

According to Leo, #Yellove finish with SIX and bid adieu emotions, coming soon! #StayTuned

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) January 20, 2021

Would be brilliant if we could keep everyone together: Eoin Morgan

KKR skipper Eoin Morgan has expressed his desire to retain the core of the franchise, which indicates that the team might not for any major releases ahead of IPL 2021.

Morgan on KKR’s Retention Wishlist: “Would be brilliant if we could keep everyone together.”

Agree with skipper @Eoin16 about retaining the core?#KKR #IPLRetention pic.twitter.com/YfmFgf5KiR

— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) January 20, 2021

Moeen Ali, Aaron Finch, Chris Morris amongst the big names as RCB release 10 players

RCB have released Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Aaron Finch, Chris Morris, Pavan Negi, Parthiv Patel, Dale Steyn, Isuru Udana, Umesh Yadav from their squad for IPL 2021. The franchise has retained 12 players.

Aakash Chopra believes that RR need a new skipper in IPL 2021

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that Rajasthan Royals (RR) should enter IPL 2021 under the leadership of a new skipper. Australian batsman Steve Smith is the current captain of the Rajasthan-based franchise.

Hello and welcome!

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the IPL Retention 2021. All eight franchises will be eyeing to get the perfect combination ahead of the next players’ auction.