RCB IPL 2025 Full Player List | Royal Challengers Bangalore Final IPL 2025 Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore Squad with Complete Details of Players Bought, Retained, and Released | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Still in pursuit of their maiden IPL title despite boasting exceptional talent over the years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head into the league’s 18th season with a refreshed lineup crafted during the IPL auction at Jeddah’s Abadi Al Johar Arena in Saudi Arabia.
Ahead of the auction, RCB retained three key players: Virat Kohli (Rs 21 crore), Rajat Patidar (Rs 11 crore), and Yash Dayal (Rs 5 crore), leaving them with Rs 83 crore—the second-highest purse among the 10 franchises.
At the auction, RCB made impactful signings, including all-rounder Liam Livingstone (Rs 8.75 crore) and wicketkeeper-batter Phil Salt (Rs 11.50 crore), bolstering their batting firepower. Indian wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma (Rs 11 crore) was another significant addition.

In the bowling department, RCB re-signed Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood for Rs 12.5 crore, ensuring a seasoned leader for their pace attack, while Indian spinner Suyash Sharma (Rs 2.60 crore) added versatility to their spin options.

RCB IPL 2025 Full Player List: Players bought by RCB at the IPL 2025 auction

Full list of retained players by RCB

Full list of released players by RCB

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, Swapnil Singh.
RCB’s revamped squad for IPL 2025 reflects a balanced mix of star power and emerging talent, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. The franchise has strategically reinforced its core by retaining key players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal, while making bold moves at the auction to bring in game-changers like Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. With a dynamic mix of seasoned performers and fresh faces, RCB has bolstered both its batting and bowling departments. The re-signing of Josh Hazlewood ensures experienced leadership in the pace attack, while additions like Suyash Sharma and Krunal Pandya offer versatility. Despite releasing notable names like Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell, RCB’s auction strategy indicates a clear vision of building a squad capable of clinching their maiden IPL title. Fans will undoubtedly hope this new lineup transforms promise into championship success.

Frequently asked questions about Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad for IPL 2025

Who is the coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025?
Andy Flower is the coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025.
Who are the captaincy options for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru is yet to announce their captain for IPL 2025.
Who is the batting coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025?
Dinesh Karthik is the batting coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025.
Who is the bowling coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025?
Omkar Salvi is the bowling coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025.