Sat Mar 01 09:30:00 UTC 2025: ## RCB’s Big-Money Buy Phil Salt Struggling Ahead of IPL 2025
**Bengaluru, India** – Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are expressing concerns over the poor form of their expensive new recruit, Phil Salt. The England batsman, acquired for a hefty ₹11.50 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction, has failed to impress in the ongoing Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Salt has played three matches in the tournament without once reaching 20 runs. This dismal performance, following a similarly poor run in his last 12 white-ball innings (only one score above 50), is causing anxiety among RCB management and fans. His struggles have even led to online criticism.
RCB’s strategy in purchasing Salt was based on his previous performances, but his current form raises serious questions about the wisdom of the investment. His continued poor form could significantly hamper RCB’s chances in IPL 2025, especially considering their season opener against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on March 22nd at Eden Gardens.
The team will be captained by Rajat Patidar for the first time, taking over from the departed Faf du Plessis. With the pressure mounting, RCB will be hoping for a dramatic turnaround in Salt’s batting before the IPL season begins.
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