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Why Is Jacob Bethell Playing In Place Of Phil Salt For RCB vs DC In IPL 2025 Match?

Aashay Chopade

Phil Salt in IPL 2025 (Source: AP Photos)Phil Salt in IPL 2025 (Source: AP Photos)

The 46th match of IPL 2025 is all set to be another cracking game of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are up against Delhi Capitals, and one big news from the game is that Phil Salt is not playing for RCB.

Jacob Bethell Makes RCB Debut In Absence Of Phil Salt

In Salt's place, Jacob Bethell is playing, and it will be interesting to see how the young Englishman goes about his business in his maiden IPL game. The reason for Phil Salt's exclusion is that he is suffering from fever. Phil Salt's absence is a big blow to RCB, as he has been the man in form this season, and has provided regular impetus with his power-hitting in the powerplay.

Jacob Bethell might open with Virat Kohli in Phil Salt's absence, or there is also an option of Devdutt Padikkal, who has opened in the IPL during previous seasons. Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, have got a boost ahead of the game. They have Faf du Plessis back for this game, and it adds an extra layer of experience and stability to their top order.

RCB, DC Eye Top Position On IPL 2025 Points Table

It is an important game for both teams, as the race for the playoffs is heating up. Both the teams have 12 points in their kitty, but DC have played one game less, and one more win for either side would put them on the brink of qualification. 

RCB, have won all their away games so far, and thus it will be interesting to see how Delhi Capitals tackle them at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.