RCB Drops Major Hint About KL Rahul Ahead of IPL 2025 Retentions
As the team prepares for retention announcements, RCB's recent video shared on social media has fans buzzing. The footage featured Rahul as the only non-RCB player, leading many to speculate that this could indicate the franchise's intentions to target him in the upcoming auction.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are poised to make significant moves in the IPL 2025 auction, particularly eyeing KL Rahul as a key addition following Dinesh Karthik's retirement. With the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) likely to release the Indian star, a return to RCB seems imminent for Rahul, who started his IPL career with the franchise and hails from the area.
As the team prepares for retention announcements, RCB's recent video shared on social media has fans buzzing. The footage featured Rahul as the only non-RCB player, leading many to speculate that this could indicate the franchise's intentions to target him in the upcoming auction.
As for the players RCB is expected to retain, the spotlight is on Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Mohammed Siraj. Additionally, RCB will weigh their options concerning overseas players like skipper Faf du Plessis, Will Jacks, and Glenn Maxwell. The franchise might utilize the Right To Match (RTM) option to secure some of these players if they are not retained outright.
Likely Retentions for RCB Ahead of IPL 2025 Auction:
- Virat Kohli: Batsman (INR 18 crore)
- Mohammed Siraj: Bowler (INR 14 crore)
- Will Jacks: All-rounder (INR 14 crore)
- Yash Dayal: Bowler (Uncapped, INR 4 crore)
The question of captaincy also looms large for RCB if du Plessis is not retained or re-acquired in the auction. Acquiring KL Rahul would not only address the need for a reliable wicket-keeper but could also provide a leadership option, especially with suggestions that Kohli may be interested in taking up the captaincy again. This aspect will be crucial as RCB navigates the upcoming auction and retention decisions.
