As the IPL 2025 resumes after a week-long break, teams are finalizing their squads with strategic replacements and player returns.
Here’s a comprehensive update on squad changes, injuries, and playoff readiness across all IPL teams in 2025. Follow BRG365 for live updates!
GT: Buttler’s Exit, Mendis’ Entry
Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada have rejoined GT, but Buttler will leave after May 25 due to national duties.
Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis joins as a playoff replacement for ₹75 lakh. Sherfane Rutherford, cleared by the West Indies board, remains available for the remainder of the tournament.
RCB: English Trio Returns
RCB welcomed back Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, and Romario Shepherd ahead of their clash with KKR. Skipper Rajat Patidar, recovering from a finger injury, resumed training but faces a fitness test.
DC: Uncertainty Looms
DC signed Mustafizur Rahman as a replacement for Jake Fraser-McGurk, but the Bangladeshi pacer awaits an NOC. Mitchell Starc’s return remains unclear, with conflicting reports suggesting he might reconsider his availability.
KKR: Key Absentees
KKR confirmed Rovman Powell (injury) and Moeen Ali (viral infection) will miss the restart.
The rest of the squad, including Andre Russell and Quinton de Kock, has arrived in Bengaluru.
PBKS: Jamieson Replaces Ferguson
Kyle Jamieson joined PBKS for ₹2 crore to replace injured Lockie Ferguson.
However, the participation of Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie, and Josh Inglis remains uncertain, with reports indicating that they might return after May 18.
LSG: O’Rourke Steps In
William O’Rourke replaced the injured Mayank Yadav (back injury) for ₹3 crore.
Aiden Markram, selected for South Africa’s WTC final squad, could miss the playoffs if LSG qualify.
SRH: Cummins and Head Return
Pat Cummins and Travis Head will rejoin SRH for their match against LSG.
However, Heinrich Klaasen and Kamindu Mendis’ availability remains undecided.
RR: Archer Out
Jofra Archer won’t return for RR’s final two games due to a thumb injury. Spinner Maheesh Theekshana is also doubtful with a niggle.
CSK: No Replacements
Eliminated CSK confirmed Sam Curran and Jamie Overton won’t return, but they won’t seek replacements for their remaining fixtures.
MI: Bairstow in Talks
MI is in talks with Jonny Bairstow to replace Will Jacks, who leaves the post-league stage. All other overseas players, including Jasprit Bumrah, are set to rejoin.
Playoff Implications
With the tournament extended to June 3, IPL teams 2025 like GT and RCB aim to secure top spots, while MI and DC fight for the final playoff berth.
South African players in the WTC final squad (e.g., Kagiso Rabada, Aiden Markram) face a race to return for the playoffs.
The IPL 2025 restart brings crucial squad adjustments, with teams balancing immediate performance and long-term playoff strategies.
Follow BRG365 for live updates on IPL teams 2025 and playoff scenarios.
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