The IPL teams have issued the final retention lists before next month’s mini-auction. The Royal Challengers Bangalore released 11 players, including Josh Hazlewood, Harshal Patel, and Wanindu Hasaranga. As a result, the squad must concentrate on their bowling assault.

With the all-cash transfer of Cameron Green from the Mumbai Indians to boost their middle order and provide a hand with his medium speed, the team’s devoted fan base must make some sound selections to meet their long-term demands. So, here is a list of the top three likely buys made by Royal Challengers Bangalore in the coming IPL mini-auction. 

• Rachin Ravindra

Rachin Ravindra can be an ideal and wholesome all-rounder for RCB. They may even contemplate starting him to capitalise on his rapid scoring. Ravindra might be the answer to their overall batting problems.

Even though they currently have a grand opening combo in Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis, he can be a reliable opener. This would also allow Kohli to bat at his natural number three position. 

• Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc, the Aussie speedster, played for Royal Challengers Bangalore for two seasons. And he was Virat Kohli’s destructive weapon. Starc has a 7.17 economy in 27 IPL games for RCB at that facility.

Bangalore will want to re-sign their former star to give their team a good bowling option. Mitchell Starc and Mohammed Siraj will be a lethal combination if this happens.

• Manish Pandey

Manish Pandey belongs to the category of Indian batters that can create an impact with the batter at crucial moments for the team. He is not the same old Pandey, but having an Indian hitter in the lineup may benefit any team.

Being a player representing the home ground of Karnataka, his experience with the pitch might make the XI, as he can middle the ball on turning surfaces.