Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) may face a significant setback ahead of the IPL 2025 playoffs, with several key players potentially missing upcoming matches. Including star all-rounder Romario Shepherd, who recently scored the second-fastest fifty in IPL history, has now become a major concern for RCB.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are currently leading the IPL 2025 points table and only need one more win to secure their spot in the playoffs. The Rajat Patidar-led team has secured 8 wins from 11 matches. They have 16 points and are just one win away from confirming a playoff berth in the IPL 2025.
Rajat Patidar, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain, was seen wearing a hand bandage after injuring his finger while attempting to stop a shot from Ravindra Jadeja in the IPL 2025 match against Chennai Super Kings.
The injury occurred off Suyash Sharma's bowling in the 11th over. During his absence, Virat Kohli stepped in as the stand-in captain. Patidar is reportedly doubtful for RCB's next match against Lucknow Super Giants but is expected to be fit for the remaining fixtures.
Following their match against LSG, the Bengaluru-based team will face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on May 13 and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on May 17 in the remaining league fixtures.
Phil Salt and Josh Hazlewood Missed Recent IPL Matches Due to Health Issues
Phil Salt and Josh Hazlewood have missed recent IPL matches due to health issues. Salt has been sidelined by a fever, while Hazlewood missed the last game because of a shoulder niggle. Jacob Bethell opened the innings alongside Virat Kohli and performed reasonably well.
Salt has played nine innings, scoring 239 runs at an average of 26.55 and a strike rate of 168.30, including two fifties. His powerplay performance has been especially impressive, amassing 212 runs at a strike rate of 175.20 and a balls-per-boundary ratio of 3.10.
Hazlewood, who has been crucial to RCB’s success, has claimed 18 wickets in 10 matches. He is the second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament. His death-over performances have been key, and the team is hopeful for his swift recovery.
Romario Shepherd to Miss IPL 2025 Playoffs for RCB?
Romario Shepherd has been named in the West Indies' 15-member ODI squad for their upcoming tour of England and Ireland. The series against Ireland will commence on May 21, coinciding with the IPL 2025 playoffs, which will begin on May 20.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru could miss Shepherd in the playoffs, which would be a blow, especially after his explosive cameo of 53 runs off 14 balls against Chennai Super Kings.
Shepherd would have to leave before the playoffs to join the West Indies squad for training. RCB might need to discuss his availability with the West Indies head coach.
The Royal Challengers might hope to win two or more matches that could help them secure a top-two finish. This would give them two opportunities to qualify for the final.
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