From David Warner at DC to Glenn Maxwell at RCB — five IPL retentions that went wrong

In the high-stakes world of IPL auctions and retentions, franchise decisions to hold on to marquee stars can define seasons. But there are times when these retention gambles backfire spectacularly, burdening teams financially and on the field. Here’s a closer look at five IPL giants whose retention turned sour - from David Warner to Glenn Maxwell. David Warner's journey with Delhi Capitals exemplifies a retention decision gone wrong. Despite his impressive record of over 6,500 IPL runs and three Orange Caps with his SRH stint, Warner's form declined significantly in 2021 leading to his departure from the team. Warner returned to the Delhi Capitals, but his performance dropped to just 168 runs in 8 matches during the 2024 season. Following his poor performance in the 2024 seaso