The IPL 2026 auction is set to take place overseas on December 16. According to ESPNCricinfo, 45 players have registered with a base price of ₹2 crore. Among them, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) may focus on five potential targets to strengthen their squad.
নিলামে সম্ভাব্য এই পাঁচ ক্রিকেটারকে টার্গেট করছে RCB!
1. Ravi Bishnoi
Suyash Sharma showed inconsistency last season, taking just eight wickets in 14 matches with a strike rate of 37 and an economy of 8.84. To boost their spin department, RCB could target Delhi spinner Ravi Bishnoi. Having claimed 72 T20 wickets in his career, Bishnoi can be a significant asset for the defending champions.
2. Mustafizur Rahman
RCB’s death bowling faced criticism in IPL 2025, conceding 11.19 runs on average with a dot ball percentage of just 31.4. Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman could fill that gap with his ability to deceive batters using hit-the-deck deliveries and variations, making him an ideal option for RCB.
3. Michael Bracewell
After releasing Liam Livingstone, RCB has a vacancy for a batting all-rounder. New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell could fill this role. With 536 T20 runs and 23 wickets this year, his off-spin will also strengthen RCB’s spin options.
4. Wanindu Hasaranga
Suyash Sharma’s limited wicket-taking ability highlighted the need for stronger spin options. Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, who has taken 40 T20 wickets this year, could be a key target. His late-order batting also helps maintain the team’s balance.
5. Alzarri Joseph
RCB recently released Lungi Ngidi and Blessing Muzarabani. To cover the fast-bowling gap, Alzarri Joseph could be the ideal overseas pace option. The West Indies pacer is known for his express pace and aggressive deliveries, adding a different dimension to RCB’s bowling attack.
These five players could play a crucial role in shaping RCB’s squad in the IPL 2026 auction. Strengthening and balancing the team will make this auction particularly important for the defending champions.