Kris Srikkanth criticizes Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2025 auction strategy
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Kris Srikkanth criticized the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for their performance in the IPL 2025 auction. RCB only acquired all-rounder Liam Livingstone for Rs 8.5 crore, missing out on key player KL Rahul, who joined Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore. Srikkanth described RCB's strategy as "naive" and "baffling," suggesting they needed a strong wicketkeeper-batter like Rahul. He noted that RCB has historically struggled in auctions, missing opportunities to strengthen their team. In contrast, Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history, sold for Rs 27 crore to Lucknow Super Giants. Shreyas Iyer also commanded a high price, with Punjab Kings bidding Rs 26.75 crore for him.