Who will be the RCB captain in IPL 2025? This is the biggest question in the minds of IPL fans right now. In the previous cycle of IPL, Faf du Plessis captained the franchise in three seasons, with the team making to the playoffs twice. Their comeback story in IPL 2024 will be remembered for ages.
However, Faf turned 40 just a few days ago. As per a report by Dainik Jagran, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will hunt for a new captain, preferably Indian, at the next mega auction. Here are six probable Indian names who can become RCB captain in IPL 2025.
1. Rohit Sharma can become RCB captain in IPL 2025
Rohit Sharma’s relationship with Mumbai Indians is not the same as it was in 2022. The Hitman had a fallout with coach Mark Boucher, and he may leave the franchise. RCB should try to sign him and unite the Ro-Ko duo in IPL.
2. KL Rahul can become RCB captain in IPL 2025
Rumors are rife that KL Rahul is coming back home for the next season of IPL. After a three-year stay at Lucknow Super Giants, Rahul is leaving the franchise. RCB should look to get his services and name him the captain as well.
3. Suryakumar Yadav can become RCB captain in IPL 2025
Suryakumar Yadav recently became India’s new T20I captain. If he does not agree for a retention at Mumbai Indians, RCB can go hard for him at the auction and appoint him as skipper.
4. Rishabh Pant
As per Dainik Jagran, all is not well between Delhi Capitals and Rishabh Pant. The franchise is even thinking about releasing him before the next cycle. A team like RCB can benefit by signing him.
5. Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan has had a close bonding with RCB star Virat Kohli. Dhawan is in the final phase of his career. Like Faf du Plessis, Dhawan can captain RCB and open the batting for the team if needed.
6. Mayank Agarwal
A wildcard name in this race is Mayank Agarwal, who is another Karnataka boy. Having played so much cricket at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium and captained an IPL team in the past, Agarwal can be a smart pick to lead the team.
