Former India coach Ravi Shastri is backing Royal Challengers Bangalore to make the playoffs of the continued IPL, having performed some good cricket below new skipper Faf du Plessis. After kicking off their marketing campaign with a loss to Punjab Kings, three-time runners-up RCB bounced again to defeat Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals.
“I believe we will see a new champion this season. Royal Challengers Bangalore are on a roll in this IPL and they are definitely going to make it to the playoffs,” Shastri advised Star Sports. “They are getting hotter and hotter as the tournament is progressing. They are looking in a good space. They are getting better and better with every game.”
Shastri additional stated the staff’s new captain Du Plessis, former skipper Virat Kohli and all-rounder Glenn Maxwell are going to play an vital function this season. “Virat has been doing effectively, Glenn Maxwell is again with the facet, and everyone knows how damaging he may be with the bat.
“He’s capable of taking the spinners to the cleaners and will be important from RCB’s perspective as the tournament progresses. And then, Faf being their leader is a big bonus for them,” Shastri added.
Their three-match successful streak, although, was halted by Chennai Super Kings within the final sport.
