Kris Srikkanth warns RCB about potential dangers ahead of IPL final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 6:14 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare for the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans, former India captain Kris Srikkanth advised RCB to leave Romario Shepherd out of the playing XI. Srikkanth criticized Shepherd's high economy rate and emphasized the need for RCB to dismiss key players early, particularly Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, and Rajat Patidar. He believes that if two of these players succeed, RCB will have a strong chance of defending their title. The final match-up offers both teams an opportunity to secure a second IPL title, adding pressure to their strategies and selections ahead of the clash.
- •Kris Srikkanth advises RCB to exclude Romario Shepherd from the final.
- •Srikkanth emphasizes the importance of dismissing Kohli, Padikkal, and Patidar early.
- •Gujarat Titans aim to break RCB's strong batting partnerships for victory.
- •Both teams are vying for their second IPL title in the final.
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"Former India captain Kris Srikkanth has urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru to drop Romario Shepherd for the IPL 2026 final, deeming his bowling a potential liability. He also advised RCB to retain Venkatesh Iyer. Srikkanth believes Gujarat Titans must dismiss Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, and Rajat Patidar early to stand a chance.
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