Rajasthan Royals have retained six key players, including Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Riyan Parag, for the IPL 2025, ahead of the November mega auction. Notably, Jos Buttler and Yuzvendra Chahal are missing from the list. The retentions cost the Royals Rs. 79 crore from their Rs. 120 crore purse, reflecting strategic moves for the upcoming season.