Royal Challengers Bangalore missed out on a place in the IPL 2023 playoffs. One of the main reasons behind it was their fast bowler Josh Hazlewood’s unavailability. Hazlewood was struggling with fitness. Keeping WTC Final and Ashes in mind, he did not risk his fitness as well and remained unavailable for many matches. RCB could release him for IPL 2024.
Apart from unavailability, one of the biggest reasons behind it is that the T20 World Cup will happen immediately after the IPL next year. Hence, Hazlewood may stay away from the competition to keep himself fresh for the mega event. In that case, here’s a look at the four players whom RCB can target for IPL 2024.
1. RCB can target Mohammad Amir for IPL 2024
Mohammad Amir will get British Citizenship soon, making him eligible to play in the IPL. Amir is one of the best pacers in the world. He can work hard on his game and become better than ever if he gets a big deal in the IPL.
2. RCB can target Andrew Tye for IPL 2024
Andrew Tye is a former Purple Cap winner in IPL. He has a habit of taking wickets and gives his 200% to the team. A player like him can prove to be a game-changer for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
3. Dilshan Madushanka
Chennai Super Kings have unearthed a fine Sri Lankan talent in Matheesha Pathirana. RCB can do the same by giving Dilshan Madushanka a chance. He is a left-arm pacer and bring the X-factor to RCB like Wayne Parnell and David Willey.
4. Dominic Drakes
Dominic Drakes is the lucky charm of IPL. He has won two IPL trophies without playing any matches. The Caribbean star won IPL 2021 with CSK and 2022 with GT but is yet to debut. Perhaps, RCB can give him a chance. He is a left-arm pacer and a hard-hitting batter.
