As the mega auction for IPL 2025 comes near, many teams will be looking to have sensible captains for the upcoming season and one franchise among them is Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). With Faf du Plessis, their former captain, not retained, it’s likely there will be a change in leadership.
Meanwhile, the former Indian batter Robin Uthappa has suggested a name for the skipper for the Bangalore-based franchise.
Robin Uthappa Names New Captain For RCB
Uthappa suggested that Rajat Patidar should be made captain starting this season instead of waiting for later, so he has enough time to develop his leadership skills.
Why Robin Uthappa Wants Rajat Patidar To Be The Next Captain of RCB?
While talking to Jio Cinema, Uthappa said, “I think they (RCB) should look at Rajat Patidar to take over that role because it seems like you need a new leader after two years. So, you might as well do it now to get ahead of the curve and build a captain for the next three to five years. Rajat is one of those players who can actually play that role for them.”
Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim suggested two players RCB should consider bringing back. He said that fast Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj and English all-rounder Will Jacks should be included in the team for the next season.
Will RCB Retain Siraj And Will Jacks?
“RCB can always go back to Siraj because he’s been phenomenal for the side. They got Yash Dayal as a left-arm seam bowler, which is a wonderful thing, but they also need someone to give him proper company. So, if RCB can have Siraj, then at least the pace-bowling section is kind of filled up. I’m also looking at Will Jacks. He was very good for them last season. He can come in right at the top, and he’s also a very useful right-arm off-break bowler,” noted Karim.
