Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Franchise History & Legacy
Royal Challengers Bengaluru completely transformed their legacy by pulling off historic back-to-back championship wins in 2025 and 2026, delivering long-awaited glory to their incredibly loyal fan base.
IPL 2027 Retained & Released Players
Retained Players 12
Released Players 9
Franchise Fan Poll
Voice your opinion! How do you rate Royal Challengers Bengaluru's prospects and squad for the upcoming season?
[sportzclaus_custom_poll question="Will Royal Challengers Bengaluru win the upcoming championship title?" options="Yes, absolutely!,Playoffs contender,Unlikely - squad needs rebuilding,No chance" poll_id="ipl_win_royal-challengers-bengaluru" color="#E21D24"]IPL 2027 Auction Strategy & Purse
Reclaimed Purse for IPL 2027 Auction
By releasing 9 players including Jitesh Sharma, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma, Nuwan Thushara, Richard Gleeson, Romario Shepherd, Satvik Deswal, Vicky Ostwal, and Vihaan Malhotra, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have reclaimed exactly ₹24.20 Crore in purse value to target strategic reinforcements at the auction.
IPL 2027 Auction Strategy & Core Targets
High-Impact Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Securing a reliable wicketkeeper-batsman who can play a finishing role, replacing Jitesh Sharma.
Overseas All-Rounder (Finisher)
Targeting an overseas all-rounder who can balance the bowling attack and hit big in the death overs.
Quality Backup Pacer
Adding domestic/overseas backup pacers to provide squad depth and rotational options during the long tournament.
Current Season Squad
Batters & Wicketkeepers
All-Rounders
Bowlers
Year-by-Year League Standings
| Season / Year | Standing / Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 1st Place |
| 2025 | 1st Place |
| 2024 | 4th Place |
| 2023 | 6th Place |
| 2022 | 4th Place |
Championship Trophies
- Champion 2025 Season
- Champion 2026 Season