The RCB Fans are Worried: Aakash Chopra Laments England Batters’ Underwhelming Performance
As the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fans gear up for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), they are left pondering whether their franchise made the right call in betting on England batters. Former India opener Aakash Chopra has given voice to these concerns, highlighting the disappointing performances of Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, and Jacob Bethell, the three England players picked by RCB in the IPL 2025 auction.
Are the RCB fans’ concerns justified?
The RCB fans are worried, and rightly so, as the England batters’ struggles have been a major concern. In the ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy, Livingstone and Salt have managed to score only 24 runs and 22 runs, respectively, at an average of 12.00 and 11.00. This lack of runs has contributed to England’s exit from the tournament. Bethell, who has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, was expected to be a key player for RCB.
Aakash Chopra’s thoughts on Phil Salt
"A lot of people say that Phil Salt’s form dipped as soon as he was picked by RCB. He has a reputation for scoring runs, but now, he is struggling. I feel he will come back to form soon, but it’s a worry for RCB," Chopra said in a video shared on his YouTube channel, ‘Aakash Chopra’.
Liam Livingstone under scrutiny
Chopra is not convinced by Livingstone’s utility value, despite the latter being a big-hitter. "Liam Livingstone is a reckless cricketer. He has a lot of money, and people expect a lot from him, but I have yet to see him win a game on his own. He bowls, too, but I don’t see him living up to the reputation," Chipra observed.
Can RCB rely on other players?
Chopra believes that RCB can still rely on other players to get the job done. "Tim David and Josh Hazlewood, if he’s available, can be relied upon. But two of the three England players need to fire to have a good season," he emphasized.
Conclusion
The RCB fans are worried, and it’s understandable. The team’s reliance on England batters is a big concern, and if they don’t fire, the team’s season could be under threat. However, with Tim David and Josh Hazlewood in the mix, there is still hope for RCB. Let’s see how the team shapes up in the upcoming season of the IPL.
What do you think, RCB fans? Should the team have gone with other players? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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