The fervor of ‘Ee Sala Cup Namde’ echoes once again as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) squad gears up for another shot at IPL glory in 2024. Determined not to repeat past mistakes, the team is diligently crafting its strategy for the upcoming season slated for March 2024.
In the IPL 2023, the fans witnessed the exhilaration of Virat Kohli leading the side in a few matches when captain Faf du Plessis was sidelined due to injury. However, the pressing question for the 2024 season remains: Who will don the captain’s hat?
Having been under the captaincy of Virat Kohli for nine years, the RCB squad, despite being a favorite in India, has yet to secure the coveted IPL trophy. Speculations about a change in captaincy surfaced, fueled by comments from Pakistan’s former captain, Wasim Akram, who suggested that under Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s leadership, RCB might have clinched the IPL title three times.
Amidst the swirling rumors about the potential change in captaincy, the spotlight falls on the most deserving candidate for the role—Faf du Plessis. The former South African captain, at 38, is currently in stellar form, making him the prime choice for RCB’s captaincy. In the IPL 2023, he emerged as the leading run-scorer, amassing 730 runs at a striking rate of 153.68 and an impressive average of 56.15. Du Plessis not only showcased consistency throughout the season but also notched up 8 half-centuries in 14 matches, solidifying his claim to the leadership position.
