Royal Challengers Bengaluru have officially signed seasoned Indian batter Mayank Agarwal as a replacement for the injured Devdutt Padikkal for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season. Padikkal, who suffered a right hamstring injury, has been ruled out after playing a pivotal role in RCB ’s top order across 10 matches this season.
The left-hander amassed 247 runs at an average of 27.44 and a brisk strike rate of 150.61, notching up two half-centuries, with a top score of 61.
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With the playoffs fast approaching and competition at the top intensifying, RCB—currently second on the table with eight wins from 11 matches and a net run rate of +0.482 have turned to experience by roping in Agarwal. The Karnataka veteran joins the side for ₹1 crore.
RCB also marked his return with a heartfelt post on social media:
“After 12 long years,where he belongs. Happy #HomeComing, Mayank.12th Man Army will be on top of the moon hearing this, and they’ll all be right behind you.”
Mayank Agarwal, known for his solid technique and aggressive intent, brings a wealth of experience to the RCB line-up. In 127 IPL matches, he has accumulated 2661 runs at a strike rate of 133.05. His record includes one century and 13 fifties, with a highest score of 106.
Agarwal’s inclusion not only strengthens RCB’s batting depth but also provides tactical flexibility as the team eyes a top-two finish. His calm presence could be key as Bengaluru prepare for crucial final league clashes against Lucknow Super Giants, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
The left-hander amassed 247 runs at an average of 27.44 and a brisk strike rate of 150.61, notching up two half-centuries, with a top score of 61.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.
With the playoffs fast approaching and competition at the top intensifying, RCB—currently second on the table with eight wins from 11 matches and a net run rate of +0.482 have turned to experience by roping in Agarwal. The Karnataka veteran joins the side for ₹1 crore.
RCB also marked his return with a heartfelt post on social media:
“After 12 long years,where he belongs. Happy #HomeComing, Mayank.12th Man Army will be on top of the moon hearing this, and they’ll all be right behind you.”
ನಮ್ಮ ಮನೆ ಮಗ ಮಯಾಂಕ್! 🥹
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 7, 2025
After 1️⃣2️⃣ long years, 𝐡𝐞’𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 where he belongs. Happy #HomeComing, Mayank. 🏡
12th Man Army will be on top of the moon hearing this, and they’ll all be right behind you. 🫶 pic.twitter.com/k5RwAGINrG
Mayank Agarwal, known for his solid technique and aggressive intent, brings a wealth of experience to the RCB line-up. In 127 IPL matches, he has accumulated 2661 runs at a strike rate of 133.05. His record includes one century and 13 fifties, with a highest score of 106.
Agarwal’s inclusion not only strengthens RCB’s batting depth but also provides tactical flexibility as the team eyes a top-two finish. His calm presence could be key as Bengaluru prepare for crucial final league clashes against Lucknow Super Giants, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
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