Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who don’t have an IPL trophy currently, are surely one of the most loved teams due to the number of big players they’ve had in the past. Even now, they have names like Virat Kohli, whose name is enough to gather a big crowd. In the past, players like AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and others have done well for the franchise, but the only issue is that everyone failed to get things right when it mattered most, especially in the IPL knockouts. Many times, they’ve made their way into the playoffs, but every time, they’ve failed to cross the final line. However, this time, they do have some key names, especially when it comes to batting, who could be game-changers for RCB. Take a look at three quality players who can turn things around for RCB in the upcoming IPL.
Virat Kohli
Run machine Virat Kohli is again on the list, and why not? This champion player has always delivered for RCB when needed the most. In the last IPL, he made 741 runs. Although now he is retired from T20I cricket, he is still set to play in the IPL and do well. There are also rumors going around that he is going to lead the camp. Whether he does or not, his batting power is something he will bring once again, leading the team by scoring tons of runs. He is once again looking to strengthen the batting of RCB in IPL 2025.
Phil Salt
All didn’t end up well for Phil Salt in the recently held T20I series against India, but there is no doubt that he is the biggest batting power of RCB right now. There is a chance that he will open the innings alongside Kohli. Speaking about Salt’s firepower, especially in T20 cricket, that’s a reason why he has some incredible stats in the shorter format of the game, having scored 6592 runs in 272 matches with a strike rate of 155.10. There is no question that he will be one of the powerhouses for the Bengaluru camp in IPL 2025.
Liam Livingstone
Saw a mixed form in the recently held T20I series against India, but Liam Livingstone is also a name to watch when he takes the IPL stage for RCB. There is a lot of hope for this English all-rounder. What he brings is quality batting and bowling, making him a solid player in the RCB XI. Although, as mentioned, his recent form didn’t end up well, the amount of batting talent he has makes him a player who cannot be ignored.
