The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made some big moves during Day 1 of the IPL 2025 Auction, spending a total of ₹53.35 crore to acquire nine players. Among their notable purchases were Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood, who rejoined the team for ₹12.5 crores, and England’s Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone for ₹11.5 and ₹8.75 crores respectively. RCB also added wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma to their squad for ₹11 crore.
On Day 2, RCB continued their spending spree by acquiring Rasikh Dar for ₹6 crores and Suyash Sharma for ₹2.6 crores. They then made a significant splash by securing all-rounder Krunal Pandya for ₹5.75 crores and engaging in a fierce bidding war to land Bhuvneshwar Kumar for ₹10.75 crores.
However, RCB faced criticism from former players Robin Uthappa and Eoin Morgan for their auction strategy. Uthappa expressed disappointment with the team’s decision-making, particularly their failure to pursue top players like Mitchell Starc, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Shreyas Iyer. He highlighted the importance of making strategic choices to build a competitive team and satisfy loyal fans.
In addition to their auction buys, RCB also retained key players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal for significant sums. The team’s full list of acquisitions and retentions reflects their commitment to strengthening their squad for the upcoming season.
Overall, RCB’s actions during the IPL 2025 Auction generated mixed reactions from fans and experts alike, with some praising their bold moves while others questioned their decision-making process. Only time will tell how these new additions will impact the team’s performance on the field.
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