IPL 2025: 3 Released MI Players RCB Will Target In The Mega Auction

Probuddha Bhattacharjee

Glenn Maxwell for MI and RCB [Source: @gbb_cricket, @AFC_Dev17/x.com]Glenn Maxwell for MI and RCB [Source: @gbb_cricket, @AFC_Dev17/x.com]

The Mumbai Indians and RCB rivalry is one of the most fabled ones in the Indian Premier League. Even though Mumbai Indians have dominated the clashes over the years, the huge fan following of both the franchises has made the face-off between the two teams a hyped one. 

Ahead of IPL 2024, one of the most talked about points was the trade of Cameron Green from MI to RCB for a whopping sum of INR 17.5 Cr. The Australian all-rounder took time to settle in the RCB setup but in the later stages of the tournament delivered a couple of good performances. 

While this is one of the famous trades between the two teams, there have been players who have successfully represented both teams. With the IPL 2025 mega auction approaching we can hope to see a few more names added to that list.

Here are three released MI players who might be targeted by RCB during the IPL 2025 mega auction. 

1. Ishan Kishan

Base Price - INR 2 Cr

Why Should RCB Target Ishan Kishan?

  • RCB is known to load their team with top order batters. They look to build fire power in the top and bat the opposition out with it. Ishan Kishan with his big hitting abilities in the powerplay could be an ideal suit to the RCB strategy.
  • RCB decided to release their captain and opening partner of Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction. So, they will be looking for a powerpacked opener who can give them explosive starts during the tournament. Ishan Kishan might be a great fit in the RCB scheme of things as he looks to take the attack to the opposition from the beginning of his innings. His big-hitting abilities might allow Virat Kohli the time to settle down and play his game. 

2. Tim David

Tim David for Mumbai Indians [Source: @Hitman45Cults/x.com]Tim David for Mumbai Indians [Source: @Hitman45Cults/x.com]

Base Price - INR 2 Cr

Why Should RCB Target Tim David?

  • The main USP of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru has been their power-packed and explosive batting line-up. Over the years, they have recruited some of the biggest hitters in cricket.
  • Tim David has a strike rate of 170 plus in his IPL career. This is an indication of David’s power-hitting abilities. With RCB’s probable plan of drafting big hitters once more into their team, Tim David could be one of their prime targets.
  • One of RCB's weak points has been its middle order and lack of proper finishers. The management will look to work on that during the IPL 2025 mega auction. In his international and franchise T20 career, David has shown that he can change the complexion of any match. Therefore, Tim David can add depth, dynamism, and flexibility to the RCB batting line-up. 

3. Dewald Brevis

Dewald Brevis playing for MI [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]Dewald Brevis playing for MI [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]

Base Price - INR 75 Lakhs

Why Should RCB Target Dewal Brevis?

  • RCB have shown an affinity towards South African talents. AB de Villiers and Faf du Plessis have played their best cricket for the franchise in their IPL career. Dewald Brevis is one of the rising South African talents. Although the young batter has not stood up to the promise yet, he is still pitched to be one of the future South African talents. RCB might provide the perfect opportunity for Dewald Brevis to showcase his skills at the highest level.
  • With Dewald Brevis in the mix, RCB will be allowed great flexibility and dynamism in their plans. Brevis has shown that he can bat mostly in all the places in a batting lineup. His batting style might also be well suited for the M. Chinnaswamy pitch. The presence of Brevis can also help RCB add stability and dynamism to their middle order.

Conclusion

RCB have been one of the most entertaining teams in the history of the Indian Premier League. The recruitment of superstar players and their brand of cricket has built them a loyal base of fans. However, it is the laurels that have never arrived. Despite the brand value they have, the franchise has no legacy. The management might, therefore, think of putting deeper thoughts into building a balanced team to win their first title. As a result, the experience of players from the MI set up might help RCB in their journey.