Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained players list 2027: Predicted retentions ahead of IPL auction

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are expected to retain most of their title-winning core ahead of the IPL 2027 mini auction, with Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal and Josh Hazlewood among the likely names. However, the franchise could release Romario Shepherd, Mangesh Yadav and Nuwan Thushara.RCB entered the 2026 season with a relatively settled squad after winning their maiden IPL title in 2025. Not every player secured a regular place in the playing XI. The franchise will now assess its

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