IPL 2025: 3 Overseas Players Sanju Samson's RR Will Target In Mega Auction

Aashay Chopade

Samson would like Boult back in RR (Source:@rajasthanroyals/X.com)Samson would like Boult back in RR (Source:@rajasthanroyals/X.com)

The auction for IPL 2025 is just around the corner, and the excitement around the event is increasing with each passing day. The retention list of all franchises is out and so is the final list of 574 players that will be included in the auction, and the list boasts of some quality international as well as domestic stars.

The selection of overseas contingent is always a crucial part of the auction strategy and it is important for franchises to cover all bases along with keeping their budget in mind. So, with 41 Crores in their kitty, let's see which overseas players Rajasthan Royals will target in the upcoming mega auction.

Trent Boult

Trent Boult was brilliant for RR in the last cycle (Source: @cricketnmore/X.com)Trent Boult was brilliant for RR in the last cycle (Source: @cricketnmore/X.com)

Why will RR buy Trent Boult In IPL 2025 Mega Auction?

Trent Boult was brilliant for Rajasthan Royals in the last three IPL seasons. He picked 59 wickets from 2022 to 2024 for the franchise and often his wickets in the Powerplay were decisive in Rajasthan Royals' success. He could not be retained due to the star Indian power in the RR contingent, but they would surely go for the Kiwis in the upcoming auction.

It would help the franchise keep the continuity and loyalty factor intact and his experience would help Sanju Samson to marshal his bowling troops better. He is also not likely to go at a very high price, with age not on his side anymore, and it could help RR in maintaining their purse.

Azmatullah Omarzai

Azmatullah Omarzai for Afghanistan (Source:@acb_190/X.com)Azmatullah Omarzai for Afghanistan (Source:@acb_190/X.com)

Why will RR buy Azmatullah Omarzai in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction?

The Afghan all-rounder has emerged as a genuine match-winner in the last couple of years. He can bat in the middle order and gives an assurance of four overs more often than not. He has the ability to bowl in varied junctures of the game and has the power-game that is required in T20 format.

RR have already retained five batters and they are now looking for an all-rounder who can provide the captain with cushion and balance, so Azmatullah Omarzai fits perfectly into that role.

Akeal Hosein

Akeal Hosein has been a consistent performer for RR (Source:@ESPNcricinfo/X.com)Akeal Hosein has been a consistent performer for RR (Source:@ESPNcricinfo/X.com)

Why Will RR Buy Akeal Hosein In IPL 2025 Mega Auction?

Rajasthan Royals have released their star India spin-duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin. They might try to bring in Chahal and Ashwin back, but there are no guarantees in auction. So, they are bound to go after an overseas spinner and buying Akeal Hosein is likely to prove beneficial. He is a crafty left-arm spinner and provides the depth with the bat as well, which makes him a perfect T20 package.

He can also bowl with the new ball if needed and can be used by the captain according to the nature of the pitch and match situation. He is also not likely to go at a very high price, and so is a perfect choice for the franchise that has already used up lot of money in retaining their core.