RCB Retentions, Release List IPL 2026: Full List of Players Retained, Auction Purse for Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have announced their retention and released list ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, which headlines the departure of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone.

RCB had a blockbuster IPL 2025 campaign, culminating in winning their maiden IPL title after 18 years. Led by captain Rajat Patidar and spearheaded by the experienced Virat Kohli, who scored 614 runs, RCB showcased strong performances throughout the season.

RCB Retentions Release List IPL 2026 Full List of Players Retained Auction Purse

The team made history by winning all seven of their away matches and displayed solid all-round efforts in crucial games. Notable contributions came from Philip Salt and Krunal Pandya, while their bowling unit stepped up at key moments. RCB's consistent run in the league stage and clutch performance in the playoffs, including a thrilling victory against Punjab Kings in the final, marked a breakthrough season for the franchise.

For IPL 2026, RCB have retained core performers such as Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Philip Salt. However, there have been releases of players to optimize their squad balance, especially in the bowling department, where new talent may be brought in.

Liam Livingstone has been released ahead of IPL 2026, while Mayank Agarwal, who was roped in as a replacement, will be released as well. On the other hand, Rasikh Salam Dar, who was the most expensive uncapped player in IPL 2025, has been released.

RCB IPL 2026 Retention List

Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Manoj Bhandage, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Abhinandan Singh, Rasikh Dar, Yash Dayal