Royal Challengers Bengaluru are facing a major setback ahead of the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings as star opener Phil Salt was absent from training. Salt is expecting the birth of his first child and may not even be in the city for the match. His absence could be a huge blow to RCB’s title hopes, as he has been a key player in their batting lineup this season. Head coach Andy Flower and captain Rajat Patidar did not address Salt’s availability, leading to speculation. Salt’s partnership with Virat Kohli has been instrumental in RCB’s success, and his absence could force the team into a last-minute reshuffle. With limited options for a replacement opener, Tim Seifert and Mayank Agarwal are potential candidates to fill the void. The uncertainty surrounding Salt’s availability adds to the pressure on RCB, who are still chasing their first IPL title. The franchise faces the challenge of potentially having to make a crucial change to their XI on the biggest night in their IPL history.
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