In preparation for yet another entertaining season in the Indian Premier League 2025, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru have assembled a remarkable ensemble of seasoned players as well as intriguing new recruits to their roster.RCB was able to gain crucial additions at the recent mega auction that took place in Jeddah. These signings included elite choices such as Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, and Josh Hazlewood, according to the IPL 2025 RCB Team Players List.
With an extensive budget of ₹83 crore, the team that has reached the final three times has managed to keep key players such as Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal involved.In addition to that, they brought in power-hitters like Liam Livingstone and young prospects like Rasikh Dar and Suyash Sharma.
Because RCB still has ₹30.50 crore in its possession, it has the ability to make more strategic purchases. Fans are looking forward to yet another star-studded roster, but the most important question is still: who will be the leader of RCB in 2025?
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Brief background on RCB's IPL journey.
The squad was founded in 2008 by United Spirits, and it was given the moniker Royal Challenge, which is the name of the company's liquor brand. Home games are played in the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore, which is also their stadium. The Royal Challengers have qualified for the playoffs in nine different seasons and have finished in second place on three separate times, in 2009, 2011, and 2016.
Key Expectations for RCB in IPL 2025
Indian veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar will return to RCB and be partnered with Josh Hazlewood to find wickets in the Powerplay. With Virat Kohli looking back in form and the acquistion of the explosive Phil Salt, their opening combination might rank among the best for the 2017 season.
RCB's Strengths & Weaknesses for IPL 2025
Strengths
- Star-Studded Batting Lineup: With players like Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell, RCB boasts a powerful top and middle order.
- Bowling Improvements: Key signings have improved both the pace and spin sections, overcoming previous short comings.
- Experienced Leadership: Retained captaincy ensures stability and a defined approach.
Weaknesses
- Over-Reliance on Star Performers: Reliance on a few players for runs can lead to problems.
- Unproven Bench Strength: Injuries or bad form might be limited by a shortage of proven backup players.
- Death Overs Bowling: Still a possible worry under stressful conditions.
In order to maximize its strengths and minimize its short comings, RCB needs to carefully use its resources.
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RCB's Coaching and Support Staff (IPL 2025)
Head Coach:
- Andy Flower: In the most recent video posted by RCB on their official YouTube page, Andy Flower, the team's head coach, talked extensively about the auction process in general and the bowling power that RCB had at their disposal. Flower was captivated by the entire auction dynamics.
Bowling Coach:
- Omkar Salvi: is in charge of bowling for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) men's squad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2025:
Team Mentor& Batting Coach
- Dinesh Karthik: Dinesh Karthik, RCB's batting coach and mentor, expressed his happiness with the team assembled for the 2025 IPL season, highlighting the team's depth of experience and diversity.
Full Squad Ipl 2025 Rcb Team Players List With Price
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Player
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Role
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Price (Rs)
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Virat Kohli ( Retained )
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Batter
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Rs 21 crore
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Rajat Patidar ( Retained )
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Batter
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Rs 11 crore
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Yash Dayal ( Retained )
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Bowler
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Rs 5 crore
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Liam Livingstone
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Batter
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Rs 8.75 crore
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Phil Salt
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Wicketkeeper
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Rs 11.50 crore
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Jitesh Sharma
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Wicketkeeper
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Rs 11 crore
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Josh Hazlewood
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Bowler
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Rs 12.50 crore
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Rasikh Dar
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Bowler
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Rs 6 crore
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Suyash Sharma
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Bowler
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Rs 2.60 crore
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Krunal Pandya
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Allrounder
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Rs 5.75 crore
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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Bowler
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Rs 10.75 crore
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Swapnil Singh
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Allrounder
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Rs 50 lakh
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Tim David
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Allrounder
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Rs 3 crore
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Romario Shepherd
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Allrounder
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Rs 1.50 crore
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Nuwan Thushara
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Bowler
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Rs 1.60 crore
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Manoj Bhandage
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Allrounder
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Rs 30 lakh
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Jacob Bethell
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Allrounder
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Rs 2.60 crore
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Devdutt Padikkal
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Batter
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Rs 2 crore
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Swastik Chikara
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Batter
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Rs 30 lakh
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Lungi Ngidi
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Bowler
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Rs 1 crore
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Abhinandan Singh
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Bowler
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Rs 30 lakh
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IPL 2025 RCB Team Players List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 2025 Squad: Suyash 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, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma,
RCB Purse Remaining: Rs. 0.75 crore
RCB Player Slots Remaining: 3
RCB Overseas Player Slots Remaining: 0
RCB Retained Players List: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal.
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IPL Auction 2025: RCB Team Composition
Eight of the 19 players that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) acquired were foreigners. Prior to the massive sale, the club franchise had kept three of its key players. As a result, the team's overall strength for the forthcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season is 22 players.
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Batters
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All-rounders
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Fast bowlers
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Spinners
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Wicketkeepers
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Virat Kohli
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Liam Livingstone
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Josh Hazlewood
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Suyash Sharma
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Phil Salt
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Rajat Patidar
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Krunal Pandya
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Rasikh Dar
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Mohit Rathee
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Jitesh Sharma
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Devdutt Padikkal
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Swapnil Singh
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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Swastik Chhikara
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Tim David
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Nuwan Thushara
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Romario hepherd
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Yash Dayal
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Manoj Bhandage
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Lungi Ngidi
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Jacob Bethell
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Abhinandan Singh
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IPL Auction 2025: Projected 11 RCB Squad
With players like Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Liam Livingstone, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, and Suyash Sharma, the IPL 2025 RCB Team Players List sports a strong team. With a combination of power, experience, and flexibility these gifted players are expected to have a big influence on the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad in the 2025 Indian Premier League season.
FAQs'
Who is Royal Challangers Bengaluru's (RCB) captain?
For the 2025 Indian Premier League season, Virat Kohli is expected to return as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain. Prior to resigning, he led the team from 2013 to 2021. Following Faf du Plessis' departure, he will now head RCB.
Who is the Head Coach of RCB?
Andy Flower is the Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) head coach for the 2025 Indian Premier League. He is assisted by a coaching team that consists of, among others, bowling coach Omkar Salvi and batting coach Dinesh Karthik.
Which player is sold in IPL 2025 RCB?
Mukesh Kumar and Deepak Chahar also landed big agreements. On Day 1, Rishabh Pant, who cost Rs 27 crore to join LSG, became the most expensive player. After two years away from the Indian national team, Bhuvneshwar Kumar brought home a whopping Rs 10.75 crore from RCB in the IPL 2025 auction.
Who is no 17 in RCB?
For men and boys, the RcB Ab de Villiers 17 Official Cricket Team Jersey and Shorts are available.
Who are the most expensive players in RCB’s 2025 squad?
- Virat Kohli (Rs. 21 crore)
- Rajat Patidar (Rs. 11 crore)
- Josh Hazlewood (Rs. 12.50 crore)
- Phil Salt (Rs. 11.50 crore)
