Sun Nov 24 18:57:07 UTC 2024: ## RCB Enters IPL 2025 Mega Auction with a War Chest of ₹83 Crore

**Bengaluru, India** – The wait is over for the IPL 2025 mega auction, and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is ready to make a splash. Having retained only three players – two batsmen and a fast bowler – for a total of ₹37 crore, RCB enters the auction with a substantial purse of ₹83 crore.

The franchise is expected to aggressively pursue players to bolster its squad. Speculation surrounding the captaincy is also rife, with media reports suggesting a potential return to the helm for Virat Kohli after two seasons under Faf du Plessis. Kohli’s aggressive style of play is anticipated to be a key factor in RCB’s strategy for the upcoming season. The team’s retained players include Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, and Rajat Patidar. RCB’s masterplan for the auction promises an exciting and competitive season ahead.

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