Virat Kohli Set to Return as RCB Captain for IPL 2025
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Batting maestro Virat Kohli is in discussions with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to resume his role as captain for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. Kohli had stepped down from the captaincy in 2021, with South African Faf du Plessis taking over the reins. However, with Du Plessis nearing the end of his playing career at 40, the franchise appears keen to bring back their long-time leader.
Virat Kohli’s Journey as RCB Captain
Kohli first took charge of RCB in 2013 and remained captain until 2021. During his leadership tenure, the team reached the IPL final in 2016 but lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad in a high-scoring encounter. Despite falling short of the title, Kohli’s individual performance that season was exceptional, as he piled up over 900 runs — a record that still stands.
While RCB made three finals under different captains since the tournament began in 2008, they are yet to lift the coveted trophy.
In the last three seasons with Du Plessis at the helm, RCB managed to reach the playoffs twice. However, with the team finishing sixth in one of those seasons, the franchise is now looking to refresh its leadership approach.
RCB’s Possible Squad Reshuffle Ahead of 2025
RCB’s reported move to bring Kohli back is not the only change they are exploring. The franchise was reportedly in contact with Gujarat Titans’ captain Shubman Gill as well. Additionally, RCB may try to secure Rishabh Pant during the upcoming IPL option if the Delhi Capitals release the wicketkeeper-batter. KL Rahul, the hometown boy is also on the franchise’s radar.
Virat Kohli has remained the face of RCB since the inaugural season in 2008, cementing his legacy as the leading run-scorer in IPL history. Across 252 matches, the 35-year-old has amassed 8004 runs at a strike rate of 131.97, with eight centuries and 55 half-centuries to his name.
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