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Virat Kohli To Liam Livingstone: All The Batters Who Can Help RCB Win IPL 2025

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are gearing up for an exciting IPL 2025 season with a squad full of experienced players and promising talents. With the IPL 2025 season fast approaching, let’s take a look at the key players in RCB’s squad and their potential impact on the upcoming season.

Virat Kohli, the star batter of RCB, needs no introduction. At a price of Rs. 21 crore, he’s one of the most valuable assets in the IPL. Kohli has been a consistent performer for RCB over the years, and in IPL 2025, he will be crucial to their title hopes. His aggressive batting and leadership qualities make him one of the key players who could lead RCB to their first-ever IPL trophy. He has played 252 matches in which he has scored 8004 runs, which includes 8 centuries and 55 half-centuries.

Rajat Patidar was one of the standout performers for RCB last season, and with a hefty price tag of Rs. 11 crore, expectations will be high. His ability to play explosive knocks in the middle order makes him a player to watch out for. In his IPL career he has played 27 and scored 799 runs which includes 1 century and 7 half-centuries.

Liam Livingstone brings an all-round package to RCB, with his destructive batting and handy bowling. At Rs. 8.75 crore, he adds value as a power hitter who can turn games in the final overs. Livingstone's ability to bowl crucial overs and clear the boundary with ease makes him a game-changer for RCB. In his IPL career he has played 39 matches in which he has scored 939 runs which includes 6 half-centuries.

Phil Salt’s attacking batting style makes him an exciting addition to RCB's squad. His explosive ability at the top of the order will help set the tone in powerplay overs. With a price tag of Rs. 11.50 crore, Salt is expected to play a vital role in giving RCB a fast start during their innings. In his IPL career, he has played 21 matches in which he has scored 653 runs this includes 6 fifties.

Known for his powerful hitting, Jitesh Sharma can play the role of a finisher, taking the game to the opposition in the final overs. At Rs. 11 crore, he is a key addition to RCB’s middle-order and can provide the much-needed firepower towards the end of the innings. In his IPL career he has played 40 matches in which he has scored 730 runs.

Tim David is a T20 specialist known for his aggressive batting. His ability to clear the boundaries at will makes him one of the most dangerous finishers in world cricket. With a price tag of Rs. 3 crore, David's role in the death overs will be vital for RCB to set or chase big targets. In his IPL career he has played 38 matches and scored 659 runs.

Devdutt Padikkal has shown immense promise in previous IPL seasons, and at Rs. 2 crore, he remains a valuable player for RCB. His role as an opener can provide RCB with a solid foundation, and he has the ability to accelerate once settled. He has played 64 IPL matches in which he has scored 1559 runs which includes 1 century and 9 half-centuries.

First published on: Feb 02, 2025 11:07 AM IST


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