RCB Full Squad IPL 2025: Complete List of Players Bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made waves during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction with their strategic acquisitions and large auction purse. Below is a detailed overview of the squad they assembled.
RCB’s Top Buys at IPL 2025 Mega Auction
Liam Livingstone: ₹8.75 crore
Liam Livingstone, the dynamic England all-rounder, brings explosive batting and handy leg-spin to RCB. His consistent ability to deliver in pressure situations makes him a key player for the team.
Phil Salt: ₹11.50 crore
Phil Salt, acquired for ₹11.50 crore, strengthens RCB’s top order with his aggressive batting and wicketkeeping skills. He has emerged as a vital asset in T20 cricket with his ability to dominate bowlers.
Jitesh Sharma: ₹11 crore
Middle-order batsman Jitesh Sharma was picked up for ₹11 crore. His power-hitting and ability to accelerate the scoring rate in crucial moments are invaluable to RCB.
“Josh Hazlewood’s precise bowling and vast experience will add great value to RCB's bowling attack.”
Complete List of Players Bought by RCB
- Liam Livingstone - ₹8.75 crore
- Phil Salt - ₹11.50 crore
- Jitesh Sharma - ₹11 crore
- Josh Hazlewood - ₹12.5 crore
- Rasikh Dar - ₹6 crore
- Suyash Sharma - ₹2.6 crore
- Krunal Pandya - ₹5.75 crore
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar - ₹10.75 crore
- Swapnil Singh - ₹50 lakh
- Tim David - ₹3 crore
- Romario Shepherd - ₹1.5 crore
- Nuwan Thushara - ₹1.6 crore
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Players Retained by RCB Ahead of IPL 2025
RCB retained some key players to ensure continuity and build a strong core for the upcoming season:
- Virat Kohli - ₹21 crore
- Rajat Patidar - ₹11 crore
- Yash Dayal - ₹5 crore
Players Released by RCB
Several players were released by RCB as part of their squad overhaul:
- Faf du Plessis
- Glenn Maxwell
- Anuj Rawat
- Suyash Prabhudessai
- Will Jacks
- Mahipal Lomror
- Karn Sharma
- Manoj Bhandage
- Mayank Dagar
- Vijaykumar Vyshak
- Akash Deep
- Mohammed Siraj
- Reece Topley
- Himanshu Sharma
- Rajan Kumar
- Cameron Green
- Alzarri Joseph
- Lockie Ferguson
What Lies Ahead for RCB in IPL 2025?
RCB’s revamped squad combines star power, experience, and young talent. With players like Virat Kohli and Phil Salt leading the charge, the team is ready to make a serious bid for the IPL 2025 trophy.
Also Read: IPL Auction 2025 LIVE Updates Day 2 List of Sold Unsold Players
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