The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are gearing up for another thrilling season in IPL 2025 with an impressive mix of seasoned players and exciting new additions. At the recent mega auction in Jeddah, RCB secured key signings, including top picks Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, and Josh Hazlewood.
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With a sizable budget of ₹83 crore, the three-time finalists retained crucial players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal. They also added power-hitters like Liam Livingstone and promising talents such as Rasikh Dar and Suyash Sharma.
With ₹30.50 crore still in the purse, RCB has room to make more strategic buys. As fans anticipate another star-studded lineup, the big question remains: Who will lead RCB in 2025?
RCB Team 2025 Players List with Price
- Virat Kohli (Rs. 21 crore)
- Rajat Patidar (Rs. 11 crore)
- Yash Dayal (Rs. 5 crore)
- Liam Livingstone (Rs. 8.75 crore)
- Phil Salt (Rs. 11.50 crore)
- Jitesh Sharma (Rs. 11 crore)
- Josh Hazlewood (Rs. 12.50 crore)
- Rasikh Dar (Rs. 6 crore)
- Suyash Sharma (Rs. 2.60 crore)
- Krunal Pandya (Rs. 5.75 crore)
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Rs. 10.75 crore)
- Swapnil Singh (Rs. 50 lakhs)
- Tim David (Rs. 3 crore)
- Romario Shepherd (Rs. 1.50 crore)
- Nuwan Thushara (Rs. 1.60 crore)
- Manoj Bhandage (Rs. 30 lakhs)
- Jacob Bethell (Rs. 2.60 crore)
- Devdutt Padikkal (Rs. 2 crore)
- Swastik Chhikara (Rs. 30 lakh)
- Lungi Ngidi (Rs. 1 crore)
- Abhinandan Singh (Rs. 30 lakh)
- Mohit Rathee (Rs. 30 lakh)
RCB Team 2025 Players List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 2025 Squad: Virat Kohli, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee, and Suyash Sharma.
RCB Purse Remaining: Rs. 0.75 crore
RCB RTM Cards Left: 2
RCB Player Slots Remaining: 3
RCB Overseas Player Slots Remaining: 0
RCB Retained Players List: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal.
IPL Auction 2025: RCB Team Composition
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) bought over 19 players, with 8 overseas players. The team franchise had previously retained three of its core players before the mega auction. Therefore, the team has a total strength of 22 players for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
- Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara
- Wicketkeepers: Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma
- All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell
- Fast bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara, Yash Dayal, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh
- Spinners: Suyash Sharma, Mohit Rathee
IPL Auction 2025: RCB Squad Projected 11
The RCB squad for the upcoming 2025 IPL season is: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Liam Livingstone, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, and Suyash Sharma.
Who is the captain of Royal Challangers Bengaluru (RCB)?
On February 13, 2025, Rajat Patridar is announced as the captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the 2025 Indian Premier League season. This new skipper for the RCB was retained for INR 11 crore during the IPL Mega Auction 2025.
Who is the Head Coach of RCB?
The head coach of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for IPL 2025 is Andy Flower. He is supported by a coaching staff that includes Dinesh Karthik as the batting coach and Omkar Salvi as the bowling coach, among others.
Who Was the Most Expensive Buy for RCB in the 2025 IPL Auction?
The most expensive buy for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 2025 IPL auction was Josh Hazlewood, who was acquired for ₹12.50 crore. This purchase reflects RCB's strategy to strengthen their bowling unit, as Hazlewood has previously played for the team and is recognised for his capabilities as a pacer.
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