RP Singh Advises RCB on Kohli Retention Strategy

Former India pacer RP Singh has advised Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to prioritize retaining Virat Kohli and release other players ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. Singh suggests RCB could use the Right to Match (RTM) card to reacquire players like Mohammed Siraj and Rajat Patidar, estimating that their auction prices will be manageable within the team’s budget. He believes Kohli should be the cornerstone of the team due to his significant contributions and value. Singh recommends this strategy to ensure RCB can build a strong squad around Kohli without exhausting their purse. The IPL 2025 retention rules allow each franchise to retain up to six players, either directly or through RTM.