Swapnil Singh, the left-arm orthodox bowler and all-rounder, has been retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction using the Right-to-Match (RTM) card for a price of Rs. 50 lakhs. Known for his economical bowling and handy lower-order batting, Swapnil will continue to be part of RCB’s squad, aiming to strengthen their bowling depth.
Swapnil Singh IPL Career Overview
- IPL Debut: May 4, 2016, for Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
- Last IPL Match: May 22, 2024, for RCB against Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Swapnil Singh IPL 2025 Auction History
- 2023: Bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs. 20 lakh.
- 2024: Bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs. 20 lakh.
- 2025: Retained by RCB using RTM for Rs. 50 lakh.
Swapnil Singh IPL Career Stats
Batting & Fielding:
- Matches: 9
- Runs: 39
- Highest Score: 15*
- Batting Average: 19.50
- Strike Rate: 156
- Catches: 2
Bowling:
- Matches: 9
- Wickets: 6
- Best Bowling: 2/28
- Bowling Average: 25.17
- Economy Rate: 8.88
- Strike Rate: 17
2024 Season Performance
In the IPL 2024 season, Swapnil Singh played 7 matches for RCB, taking 6 wickets at an average of 22.17 and an economy rate of 8.87, with his best figures being 2/28. He also contributed with the bat, scoring 37 runs with a strike rate of 176.19.
Expectations for IPL 2025
With his consistent performances in IPL 2024, Swapnil Singh will be a key asset for RCB in IPL 2025. His all-round abilities make him a dependable player as the team eyes their maiden IPL title.
Stay tuned to see Swapnil Singh in action as he dons the red and gold jersey once again!
