5 Players RCB Can Target In Mega Auctions

The IPL mega auctions are just around the corner, & RCB is looking to end their trophy drought that has lasted ever since the inception of the tournament. RCB has been a batting-heavy side usually with decent bowlers who often have delivered at the very fag end of the tournament for the team.

With the retentions announced the Bangalore-based franchise will look for some experienced players to bolster their lineup who can help them win a title.

Let's have a look at the top 5 players RCB can buy at the upcoming mega auctions.

RCB's Potential Targets In Mega Auction

1. KL Rahul

How about the return of the homeboy back to his home? KL Rahul who played for RCB in 2016-17 could be one of the potential targets for RCB. Rahul as a player can fill in the opening spot left vacant after Faf Du Plessis was released. Rahul being a keeper & also a leader can play a vital role as RCB is looking for a top-order wicket-keeper batter & a leader.

With Rahul's experience after having done the same role with Punjab Kings & Lucknow Supergiants, his presence will certainly please the local fans who come to IPL 2025.

2. Yuzvendra Chahal

Another former RCBian himself, Chahal, was strangely released by RCB ahead of the previous mega auctions, despite having a stellar record for RCB. Chahal could be the glue to the RCB spin bowling lineup that struggled the entire season last year.

3. Mitchell Starc

The most expensive buy in the history of the auction (24.75cr) Mitchell Starc had a decent season with KKR this year. Starc picked up his rhythm in the latter half of the tournament, ensuring KKR ended up as the champions of 2024. With Starc now released, & RCB having big money in their kitty they can go all-out for the Australian Speedster to solve their death over woes.

4. Jos Buttler

Current England captain Jos Buttler was surprisingly let go by Rajasthan Royals ahead of the mega auctions. Buttler has been one of the best batters in the league in the last 3-4 years churning up runs for fun as an opener. Buttler's explosive batting coupling with keeping wickets & his experience as a captain could be a great option for RCB to go after.

5. Arshdeep Singh

India's yorker specialist Arshdeep Singh could be on the radar of the Bengaluru franchise who can act as a banker to contain the runs in the death overs of the innings. Arshdeep with his ability to swing the ball in the powerplay will boost RCB's chances to win games as they've constantly struggled to pick wickets in the powerplay.