1. David Warner (Australia)
Age: 38 (as of 2025)
Explosive Australian opener David Warner has already retired from Test and ODI cricket. His performance has also been declining, and he wasn't picked up by any team in the IPL 2025 mega auction, possibly signaling the end of his IPL career. David Warner scored 5881 runs at an average of 42 in 162 IPL matches. He led Sunrisers Hyderabad to the IPL title in 2016.
2. MS Dhoni (India)
Age: 44 (as of 2025)
Dhoni, as captain of CSK, has led them to five IPL titles. However, considering his age and fitness, it seems unlikely he will continue playing beyond 2025. He has already retired from international cricket, and this might be his last or second-to-last IPL season. MS Dhoni has scored 5243 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL), including 24 fifties, in 264 IPL matches.
3. Faf du Plessis (South Africa)
Age: 41 (as of 2025)
Faf du Plessis, who captained RCB in IPL 2024, maintains excellent fitness. While RCB replaced him as captain with Rajat Patidar, he was bought by Delhi Capitals. However, age may be a factor. 2025 could be his final IPL season.
4. Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan)
Age: 40 (as of 2025)
Afghan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi is one of the older players in the league. He's already receiving limited opportunities, and his career might end after IPL 2025.
5. Amit Mishra
Age: 43 (in 2025)
Experienced leg-spinner Amit Mishra played for the Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2024, but his age and fitness make it unlikely he'll continue beyond 2025. The emergence of younger spinners also poses a threat to his position. Amit Mishra has taken 174 wickets in 162 IPL matches, making him the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history. He also holds the record for most hat-tricks in the IPL.
Possible Reasons for Retirement
Increasing age and fitness issues
More opportunities for younger players
New team management strategies
Changes in personal priorities (e.g., coaching or commentary)
These players have been legends in the IPL, but they may not be seen on the field after 2025.
