RCB prepares for IPL 2025 auction with retained stars and 83 crore budget

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is preparing for the IPL 2025 Mega Auction with a budget of 83 crore. They have retained three players: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal. Kohli, who may return as captain, is retained for 21 crore. The auction will take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. RCB aims to strengthen their squad, focusing on acquiring spinners and possibly signing KL Rahul, who could also take on a leadership role. With only three players retained, RCB has significant flexibility to build a competitive team. The franchise hopes to end its 17-year title drought by making strategic acquisitions during the auction.