'Surprised They Didn't Retain Him': Kumble Left Reeling After RCB’s Shocking Omission Of IND Upstart

IPL 2025 Retention saw several franchises making some crucial calls to retain some of ir top players and maintain ir core before Mega Auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Notably, RCB has held on to three superstars -- Virat Kohli , Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal -- with franchise walking into mega auction with a purse amount of ₹83 Crore and three ‘Right to Match’ cards in hand. But a former India skipper was perplexed over Royal Challengers Bengaluru management's decision to not pick a young star who me a name for himself in preceding IPL season.

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Anil Kumble Shocked With RCB's Decision To Not Pick Star Upstart During IPL 2025 Retention 

During an appearance on JioCinema's Insiders' Preview before South Africa vs India T20I Series, Anil Kumble offered his verbal support for young India stars who are a part of Men in Blue squ for away tour. He highlighted Karnataka star Vyshak Vijaykumar, who came to prominence while competing for RCB during IPL 2024 season. However, former India skipper was perplexed by RCB's decision to let him go before IPL Mega Auction.

"Vyshak is very talented. Anor domestic player who has me a substantial impact for Karnataka. It was unfortunate he didn't receive enough chances at RCB; I was quite surprised y didn't retain him. But I hope he gets an opportunity in South Africa. He has all variations needed for death-over bowling," Anil Kumble stated.

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Anil Kumble also heaped praise on retained RCB star Yash Dayal and uncapped KKR retention, Ramandeep Singh. former India skipper praised Ramandeep Singh's dynamic style of play and outstanding fielding abilities while also acknowledging tenacity and growth of Dayal.

South Africa Tour of India will feature Suryakumar Yav leing a young and dynamic side as y lock horns against Proteas Men. A number of Indian upstarts will be a part of series, enhancing excitement of witnessing Men in Blue's young arsenal perform in away conditions.