IPL Auctions 2024 | Royal Challengers Bangalore Full Squad, Remaining Slots & Purse Available
Checkout RCB's full squad after IPL Auctions 2024 (Twitter)
In the high-stakes arena of the IPL auction, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced disappointment in their pursuit of Australia's cricket captain, Pat Cummins, who was eventually snagged by Sunrisers Hyderabad for a staggering Rs 20.5 crore. Undeterred, RCB swiftly redirected their focus towards West Indies pacer Alzarri Joseph, who entered the auction with a modest base price of Rs 1 crore.
The bidding war for Joseph unfolded among RCB, Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings, and the newly introduced Lucknow Super Kings. RCB exhibited unwavering determination, engaging in a spirited battle with their competitors. Ultimately, RCB emerged victorious, securing Alzarri Joseph's services for a substantial Rs 11.5 crore.
As the dust settles on the IPL auction, RCB has made strategic moves to strengthen their squad. Notable departures include Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, David Willey, Wayne Parnell, Sonu Yadav, Avinash Singh, Siddharth Kaul, and Kedar Jadhav. On the flip side, they have welcomed Mayank Dagar and Cameron Green, the latter acquired through a trade with the Mumbai Indians.
With the auction concluded, RCB's revamped lineup stands poised for the challenges of the upcoming IPL season, each acquisition representing a strategic step towards their quest for glory.
RCB Players Retained Ahead Of IPL 2024 Auction
Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Mayank Dagar (from SRH), Vijaykumar Vyshak, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Cameron Green (from MI)
Players purchased by RCB in IPL 2024 Auctions
Alzarri Joseph (11.5 Cr), Yash Dayal (5 Cr), Tom Curran (1.5 Cr), Lockie Ferguson (2 Cr), Swapnil Singh (0.2 Cr), Saurav Chauhan (0.2 Cr)
RCB full squad for IPL 2024
Faf du Plessis (C), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Cameron Green, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mayank Dagar, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Vyshak Vijay Kumar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Tom Curran, Lockie Ferguson, Swapnil Singh, Saurav Chauhan
RCB purse remaining: INR 2.85 Crores
RCB total player slots available: 0