Although the retention numbers are not confirmed, the majority of the players may swap teams in the auction. Many speculations about the changes in the teams are already circulating in media. Some high-profile names of Indian cricket are likely to seek pastures in new teams, while many others may be discarded completely. On the other hand, certain teams may target certain players to bolster their squad. Another important aspect which may come into the IPL 2025 is the introduction of new captains. The previous cycle saw very less amount of changes in terms of captaincy options for the IPL teams. But from the next IPL onwards, we may witness a lot of new captains donning the jerseys of new teams. Out of 10 teams at the moment, realistically Hardik Pandya of Mumbai Indians, Sanju Samson of Rajasthan Royals, Ruturaj Gaikwad of Chennai Super Kings and Pat Cummins of Sunrisers Hyderabad may remain the captains next season. Kolkata Knight Riders are also likely to retain Shreyas Iyer and Gujarat Titans may keep Shubman Gill as captain. How many teams can change captains in IPL 2025? Four teams are likely to appoint new captains in the IPL 2025 and all of them may bring in new players to the squad who shall be appointed as the leader. Royal Challengers Bengaluru RCB has been strongly linked with a move for KL Rahul as captain. With Faf du Plessis at the twilight of his career, Rahul, a Karnataka boy and a player with experience of playing at the franchise, can be the perfect player to take up the leadership role. Rahul can be the perfect option for RCB to lead them towards their upcoming future. Lucknow Super Giants KL Rahul will leave Lucknow Super Giants. After the fiasco with the LSG management last season, it is unlikely that the franchise will keep him. LSG may have to find a new captain and someone like Rohit Sharma can be their option as the India captain is poised to leave Mumbai Indians. Delhi Capitals Rishabh Pant, DC's current captain has been tipped with a move away. And if that happens, the Capitals may have to look for a captain. But they have someone like Axar Patel in the team who can lead the franchise. Axar is also one of the probables who will be retained ahead of the mega auction. Punjab Kings Punjab Kings' dismal outing in the IPL continued last season. Their captain Shikhar Dhawan also had an injury-marred season and the veteran southpaw may be shipped off in the auction. Punjab team management may look to invest on a young captain and it can be either an Indian or an international player.