Rasikh Dar Salam, the young and promising fast bowler from Jammu & Kashmir, has been acquired by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for INR 6 crore at the IPL mega auction 2025. Known for his swing and control, Rasikh Dar is set to bolster RCB’s bowling attack in the upcoming IPL season.
Rasikh Dar IPL Career Overview
IPL Debut
- Debut Match: MI vs DC, 3rd Match, IPL 2019
- Date: Sunday, March 24, 2019
- Time: 8:00 PM
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Rasikh Dar made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2019 season as a teenager, showcasing his ability to swing the ball effectively.
Last IPL Match
- Match: DC vs LSG, 64th Match, IPL 2024
- Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Rasikh Dar Auction 2025 Price History
| Year | Price in INR | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 20.00 Lac | Mumbai Indians |
| 2022 | 20.00 Lac | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2024 | 20.00 Lac | Delhi Capitals |
| 2025 | 6.00 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
Rasikh’s move to RCB in 2025 marks a significant milestone in his IPL journey, reflecting his growth as a bowler.
Rasikh Dar IPL Batting Stats
| Year | Matches | Not Out | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 11 | 1 | 40 | 10 | 8.00 | 100.00 | 5 | 0 |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | 28 | 10 | 7.00 | 93.33 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 7.00 | 116.67 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5* | – | 125.00 | 0 | 0 |
Rasikh Dar IPL Bowling Stats
| Year | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy | Strike Rate | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 11 | 195 | 339 | 9 | 3/34 | 37.67 | 10.43 | 21.67 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 8 | 147 | 269 | 9 | 3/34 | 29.89 | 10.98 | 16.33 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 24 | 28 | 0 | 0/10 | – | 7.00 | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 24 | 42 | 0 | 0/42 | – | 10.50 | – | 0 | 0 |
What Can RCB Expect from Rasikh Dar in IPL 2025?
- Strengthening the Bowling Attack: Rasikh Dar’s ability to swing the ball, especially in the powerplay, will be crucial for RCB.
- Consistency and Control: With experience gained over the years, he is expected to bring discipline and control to the bowling unit.
- X-Factor Potential: RCB’s reliance on young talents could see Rasikh emerging as a breakthrough performer in IPL 2025.
Conclusion
Rasikh Dar’s move to Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2025 is a golden opportunity for the young bowler to establish himself as a dependable performer in the league. Fans and RCB supporters will be eager to see his impact on the team’s campaign this season.
