Overview

• Liam Livingstone is repeatedly named as a potential cut after 112 runs in 10 matches, with Tim David and Romario Shepherd reducing the need for his role.
• Yash Dayal is also listed despite 13 wickets in 15 games, with concerns over his average and economy and depth in pace options such as Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood.
• Other candidates cited include Rasikh Salam and Nuwan Thushara after limited appearances, plus left-arm spinner Swapnil Singh and mystery spinner Suyash Sharma off modest returns.
• Both outlets frame their lists as projections ahead of retentions, with final calls to hinge on RCB’s auction purse, overseas slots, role balance and RTM options.
• InsideSport references off-field rumors following a reported stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium, which are noted in coverage but not tied to roster decisions.