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The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have made their retention decisions for the upcoming IPL 2025 season, with Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yashasvi Jaiswal being retained by the franchise. These decisions were announced by RCB Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, who highlighted the importance of building a strong Indian core for the team.
Bobat emphasized the significance of retaining Kohli, stating that his continued association with RCB will be beneficial for the team's growth. Kohli's inspirational leadership and commitment to high standards are expected to positively impact the new players joining the team. RCB has also secured the services of Rajat Patidar and Yashasvi Jaiswal, both of whom possess unique skills and abilities. Jaiswal, being an uncapped player, represents excellent financial value for the team.
The retention process has not been without its share of difficult decisions, as RCB has had to release some players. However, Bobat acknowledged the strong relationships built with these players and wished them well in their future endeavors. Moving forward, RCB will focus on preparing for the upcoming auction, where they will use their remaining three Right to Match (RTM) cards and a healthy available purse to strengthen their squad. With a strong Indian core already in place, RCB is optimistic about their prospects in the upcoming season.