Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) WPL has implemented a strategic retention plan ahead of the 2026 mega auction. WPL 2024 champions decided to retain four key players: Captain Smriti Mandhanaall-rounder elise perrywicket keeper Richa Ghoshand young spinner Shreyanka Patil,
This leaves them with a remaining auction purse of around Rs 6.15 crore and importantly a right-to-match (RTM) card. RCB will focus on strengthening its pace attack Renuka Singh) and securing (issuing) a reliable, world-class exotic spin option. Georgia Wareham) and a consistent top-order batsman.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) can target 5 players in WPL 2026 mega auction
RCB’s strategy will focus on using its RTM card strategically and targeting a premier Indian fast bowler and high-impact foreign players to complement their retained core.
1.Renuka Singh Thakur (RTM Priority – Indian Fast Bowler)
- Role: World class Indian seam bowler (new-ball specialist)
- Why aim: RCB released Renuka Singh, one of India’s premier fast bowlers, possibly as a financial move. However, his ability to swing the ball and take wickets in the powerplay is unparalleled among the Indian fast bowlers available. With only one RTM card, RCB should prioritize using it on Renuka to immediately fix the huge gap in their bowling attack after his release. he is important to defend their title and leading the domestic momentum team.
2. Amelia Kerr (Marquee Overseas All-Rounder)
- Role: World class leg-spinner and middle-order finisher
- Why aim: amelia kerr The all-rounder was surprisingly released by Mumbai Indians and is one of the highest priced all-rounders available. She provides an elite, world-class leg-spin option (replacing the released Georgia Wareham) and is also a destructive, high-strike-rate batsman who can strengthen the middle order. Acquiring a player of Kerr’s caliber would be a huge coup for RCB, who would instantly become one of the most balanced teams in the league.
3. Georgia Wareham (Foreign Spin Reinforcement)
- Role: Explosive leg-spinner and handy batsman
- Why aim: Wareham was a key figure in RCB’s WPL 2024 title win, often breaking crucial partnerships. His release makes him a high-priority re-acquisition. If the bid for Amelia Kerr proves too expensive, or if RCB prefer an overseas batsman in the auction, re-acquiring Wareham ensures they still secure a high-quality, proven overseas leg-spin option who is familiar with the team setup.
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4. Danny Wyatt-Hodge (Overseas opener – explosive start)
- Role: aggressive foreign opener
- Why aim: Wyatt-Hodge was released by RCB but he remains a very dangerous and explosive opener in T20 cricket. She is an experienced player who can partner with Mandhana and provide quick starts in the powerplay, which is vital for WPL success. If RCB choose to use their overseas slot to strengthen their batting lineup then he is a familiar option to target.
5. Dayalan Hemlata (Indian batsman – middle-order powerhouse)
- Role: High-strike-rate Indian middle-order batsman
- Why aim: RCB needs an aggressive, reliable Indian batsman apart from Richa Ghosh. Dayalan HemlataReleased by Gujarat Giants, is an underrated, high-impact domestic player who can strike at good pace in the middle order and is also a useful off-spin bowler. He is a cost-effective Indian option for the wicket, providing the needed depth and power-hitting ability at the number four or five positions that RCB often struggle to fill.
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