Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are known for their batting lineup full of star batters. Top T20 format batters like Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers were part of this franchise. Ahead of the IPL 2024 auction, here is the list of the top five batters who have played for RCB so far.
| Player | Runs | Inn | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 7263 | 229 | 37.24 | 130.02 | 50 | 7 |
| AB de Villiers | 4491 | 144 | 41.20 | 158.63 | 37 | 2 |
| Chris Gayle | 3163 | 84 | 43.32 | 152.72 | 19 | 5 |
| Faf du Plessis | 1198 | 30 | 42.78 | 142.28 | 11 | 0 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 1214 | 41 | 34.69 | 161.44 | 12 | 0 |
Top 5 batters to play for RCB ahead of the IPL 2024 Auction
Virat Kohli
Virat has played the most number of matches for Royal Challengers Bangalore. King Kohli has scored 7263 runs in 229 innings with an average of 37.24 and a strike rate of 130.02. He will continue to provide his best in the upcoming IPL 2024 season.
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AB de Villiers
The South African batter has retired from all forms of cricket, but his heart will always be with RCB. De Villiers scored 4491 runs at 41.20 in 144 innings for the franchise.
Chris Gayle
Power hitter Chris Gayle was a match-winner for RCB. He had a strike rate of 152.72, and every bowler used to get afraid whenever he stepped into the field to bat. He smashed 3163 runs in 84 games with an average of 43.32.
Faf du Plesis
Faf has scored 1198 runs with an excellent average of 42.78 in 30 innings. Having joined RCB in 2022, Faf is already the 5th leading run-scorer for the franchise and is currently captaining the side. The former South African skipper will also look to strengthen their side with his input to the management ahead of the IPL 2024 auction.
Glenn Maxwell
As costly pick by the Royal Challengers Bangalore that worked wonders for them. Playing just 42 matches for them, Glenn Maxwell has the highest strike for any batter in RCB’s history. Maxwell also has over 1200 runs and 12 fifties to his name.
