Royal Challengers Bangalore and India captain Virat Kohli said he was happy with the pool of players picked by RCB during the IPL auction. They bought the players like Chris Morris, Aaron Finch, Kane Richardson etc.
“I am very happy with the players that we have selected and really looking forward to the new season. We’ve had a lot of discussions on the structure and balance of the team and this looks like a good start for us,” Kohli said. “I believe it all comes down to every individual to give out their best performance during the league and to enjoy the best form of cricket by playing bold.”
RCB’s Director of Cricket Operations Mike Hesson said that the plan was to look for those players who will combine well with the retained squad.
“We want a squad that can have balance and adapt to any conditions both at home and away. To pick players who help us maximise our budget judiciously took a thoughtful approach. I am very pleased with the way auction went,” he said.
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“We wanted the majority of our overseas players to bring plenty of international experience in order to add and share knowledge with the exciting developing talents we already have at RCB. When we look at any overseas player to bring to RCB, it’s not only about talent, but where else can they contribute,” he added.
Hesson said Aaron Finch is an experienced player who has plenty of skill, as well as, a calm head.
“Chris Morris and Isuru Udana both provide all round packages being able to bowl at any time in the innings, especially death overs. Kane Richardson and Dayle Steyn have the ability to take wickets in the Power Play and bring some hostility and experience to our attack. We have picked a local talent in Pavan Deshpande who provides us batting cover, his power and flexibility where he bats is a very useful addition to the squad,” he added.
Virat Kohli led RCB have never won the IPL title so far. They were runners-up in both 2009 and 2011 to Deccan Chargers and Chennai Super Kings respectively.
