Shreyas Iyer was not retained by IPL champions KKR ahead of IPL 2025 mega auctions
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It was later revealed that Iyer was supposed to be KKR's No.1 pick but he wanted to go into the auctions
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Here is a list of five teams that can go behind the current IPL-winning winning-captain at the auctions
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1 - Delhi Capitals: After Rishabh Pant's departure, DC are in the hunt for a skipper and Iyer has previously captained them
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2 - Punjab Kings: After Shikhar Dhawan's retirement, PBKS are also looking for a skipper. With former DC coach Ricky Ponting now heading PBKS, Iyer can be picked by them
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3 - Royal Challengers Bengaluru: RCB have also released their skipper Faf du Plessis. RCB's Director of Cricket Mo Bobat quashed reports of Kohli returning as captain, which may open doors for Iyer in RCB
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4 - Chennai Super Kings: CSK may also pick Iyer as they would be looking for options at No.3 and 4, especially after the retirement of Ambati Rayudu
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5 - Kolkata Knight Riders: IPL champions KKR might themselves pick Iyer and offer him decent value in the auctions
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