IPL 2025: 3 Players who can find a new team if IPL had a mid-season transfer window

The IPL mid-season transfer window, introduced in 2019, has allowed teams to swap players during the season. Initially, this system was limited to uncapped players, but since 2020, capped players have also been eligible for transfers. However, mid-season transfers have been put on hold for now.

This concept remains a hotly debated topic. While it introduces excitement and flexibility, it also poses challenges, such as disrupting team strategies. If the mid-season transfer window had been active in IPL 2025, some players might have found themselves in new teams where they could make a bigger impact.

Here’s a look at three players who could benefit from mid-season transfers in IPL 2025:

1. Rovman Powell to Delhi Capitals

Rovman Powell has been a key finisher for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in past seasons. However, ahead of IPL 2025, RR shifted their focus to Dhruv Jurel, which left Powell entering the auction, where he was picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Unfortunately, Powell has struggled for game time at KKR, a team stacked with hitters like Ramandeep Singh and Andre Russell. If the mid-season transfer system were in play, Powell could have been a valuable addition to the Delhi Capitals. With DC relying solely on Ashutosh Singh as their finisher, Powell would not only bolster their middle-order batting but also bring in his skills as a pace-bowling all-rounder.

2. Akash Madhwal to Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have always favored players who align with their trusted formula. This season, they signed Mukesh Choudhary, Anshul Kamboj, and Kamlesh Nagarkoti as Indian pacers. However, while Kamboj and Nagarkoti are yet to play, Choudhary has struggled to impress.

Akash Madhwal, currently with the Rajasthan Royals, has been warming the bench. His skiddy bowling could provide CSK with the much-needed support they require in their Indian pace department. Madhwal’s style of bowling would also be perfectly suited to the Chennai surface.

3. Shreyas Gopal to Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Spin bowling remains a weak link for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Despite their formidable batting lineup and a strong pace attack, RCB lacks a high-quality finger or wrist spinner. Their current spin options, Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma, have drawn criticism from experts since the IPL 2025 mega-auction.

Shreyas Gopal, who is part of the Chennai Super Kings squad, could have been an ideal addition to RCB. On spin-friendly surfaces like Chennai and Lucknow, Gopal’s skills would have complemented Krunal and Suyash, creating a potent spin attack. If the mid-season transfer system were active, Gopal might have enjoyed more game time and a bigger role this season.

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