In a surprising move, former India cricketer Hemang Badani will take over as the Head Coach of Delhi Capitals. Many expected some famous names such as Yuvraj Singh to become the Head Coach of DC. However, it is a bold appointment and the Head Coach could take some tough calls. Here, we take a look at the list of three bold retention calls Hemang Badani could take for Delhi Capitals before IPL 2025.
1) Retain Tristan Stubbs even if it costs INR 18 Cr
Some reports suggest that DC will release Tristan Stubbs. However, seeing the demand for quality finishers, it will be a big risk to let go of a player like Stubbs. He is a quality cricketer and one for the future.
Stubbs can also keep wickets and roll his arm over. He is a utility cricketer and even if the retention amount is high, they must go for it. Buying him or a similar player could be tough for the team.
2) Retain Abishek Porel and Rasikh Salam as uncapped players
Retaining Abishek Porel and Rasikh Salam as uncapped players is one of the bold retention calls Hemang Badani could take for Delhi Capitals before IPL 2025. Retaining two players at INR 8 Cr will be a good deal for the franchise.
DC has two good young cricketers who can be retained under this rule. At the auctions, they may not get them back. Hence, DC should retain these two.
3) Consume all 6 retentions before Auctions
Hemang Badani must take the tough call of consuming all the six retentions before the auctions. The RTM card rules are different and having the RTM card may not be helpful if you have very specific targets.
Hence, before the auctions, it is best to secure your best talent. Jake Fraser-McGurk is one player DC could miss out. But that happens in such a situation.
