Highlights | Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL 2024 Auction Retained, Released and New Players List: RCB Buy Lockie Ferguson For Rs 2 Cr

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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL 2024 Players Auction

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL 2024 Players Auction: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), despite reaching three IPL finals, is yet to clinch the coveted trophy. With a revamped squad led by Faf du Plessis, the team heads into the IPL 2024 auction on December 19 in Dubai, aiming to rectify past weaknesses and build a championship-winning roster. RCB's retained players include key figures like Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and Glenn Maxwell, but notable releases such as Harshal Patel and Wanindu Hasaranga have left gaps in the squad. With a budget of Rs 23.25 crore and six slots to fill, RCB has strategic decisions to make.

RCB retained players: Faf du Plessis (C), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Vyshak Vijay Kumar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar

RCB released players: Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, David Willey, Wayne Parnell, Sonu Yadav, Avinash Singh, Siddharth Kaul, Kedar Jadhav

RCB Trades: Mayank Dagar (from Sunrisers Hyderabad), Cameron Green (from Mumbai Indians).

Purse left: Rs 23.25 crore

Slots left: 6 (3 overseas players)

RCB's IPL AUCTION 2024 Strategy

RCB's release of quality pacers signals a clear focus on strengthening their bowling department. With Rs 23.25 crore in the purse, they are expected to bid aggressively for both Indian and overseas pacers to add experience and depth. The departure of Wanindu Hasaranga creates a void in the spin department. RCB will be on the lookout for a quality spinner, though the challenge lies in the availability of top Indian spinners in the auction. The team may explore overseas options to fill this crucial gap. Despite having the second-biggest purse, RCB's budget constraints (Rs 23.25 crore) will force them to make calculated choices. The focus on bowlers might lead to a strategic allocation of funds, balancing quality and quantity within the limitations.

RCB must buy a leg-spinnner

RCB must try and go after a quality leg-spinner. They released Wanindu Hasaranga and now do not have services of any good leg-spinner. They must aim to buy one in this budget. RCB are likely to target players who can form a strong middle order.

After trading in Green in an all-cash deal from MI, RCB have spent a significant amount from their purse and have Rs 23.25 crore left with them.

Full List Of Players Bought By RCB In IPL 2024 Auction

NO.	PLAYER NAME	Auction Price
1	Virat Kohli	15 Crore
2	Glenn Maxwell	11 Crore
3	Faf Du Plessis	7 crore
4	Mohammad Siraj	7 Crore
5	Cameron Green	17.50 crore
6	Dinesh Karthik	5.5 crore
7	Rajat Patidar	20 Lakh
8	Anuj Rawat	3.4 crore
9	Akash Deep	20 lakh
10	Mahipal Lomror	95 lakh
11	Suyash Prabhudessai	30 lakh
12	Karn Sharma	50 lakh
13	Reece Topley	1.9 crore
14	Himanshu Sharma	20 lakh
15	Manoj Bhandage	20 lakh
16	Rajan Kumar	70 lakh
17	Avinash Singh	60 lakh
18	Sonu Yadav	20 lakh
19	Alzarri Joseph	11.50 Cr
20	Yash Dayal	5 Cr
21	Tom Curran	1.5 Cr
22	Lockie Ferguson	2 Cr
23	Swapnil Singh	20 Lakh
24	Saurav Chauhan	20 Lakh
25	TBA	TBA
26	TBA	TBA
27	TBA	TBA
28	TBA	TBA
29	TBA	TBA
30	TBA	TBA
31	TBA	TBA
32	TBA	TBA
33	TBA	TBA
34	TBA	TBA
35	TBA	TBA
36	TBA	TBA
37	TBA	TBA
38	TBA	TBA
39	TBA	TBA
40	TBA	TBA

The list will be updated as soon as the auction starts...