Overview
- AB de Villiers believes RCB's revamped squad, featuring new additions like Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone, has the balance to secure their first IPL title.
- Virat Kohli is expected to focus on anchoring the innings as the 'batting captain,' with aggressive players like Salt easing pressure on him.
- Rajat Patidar steps into the captaincy role, taking over from Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis, with de Villiers noting the challenges of filling those shoes.
- RCB's middle order has been bolstered with the inclusion of Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, and Tim David, adding depth and power to their lineup.
- RCB will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday, March 22.