With the IPL 2025 Mega Auction around the corner, RCB has decided to part ways with their key pacer Mohammed Siraj, this move will shuffle the core balance of the team ahead of the new season. Reports from Cricbuzz suggest that Siraj, retained as a core player back in the 2022 IPL season, might be released by Royal Challengers Bengaluru as they are planning to bring some changes to their squad ahead of the upcoming season. This move signals a strategic shake-up by RCB, aiming to redefine their squad for IPL 2025. Also Read: Shubman Gill Agrees To Take Pay Cut For IPL 2025 To Retain Core GT Players RCB's retention list is expected to feature their star batter, Virat Kohli, who is likely to continue with the team. Joining Kohli could be Rajat Patidar, who has shown great promise with the bat in recent seasons, along with the uncapped pacer Yash Dayal, whose potential and versatility make him a valuable asset. Several reports are also claiming that Virat Kohli is likely to be the next captain of RCB for IPL 2025, he is ready to take the leadership responsibility where RCB will get a free hand in releasing Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell before the mega auction 2025. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green, once seen as a key retention candidate, is now likely to be omitted due to an injury that leaves his return date uncertain. With Green out of the equation, RCB’s retention strategy has shifted towards players who are in form and match-fit ahead of IPL 2025. In the upcoming mega-auction, RCB will be eyeing a strong replacement for Green. Since joining RCB in 2018, right-arm pacer Mohammed Siraj has enjoyed strong support from the franchise, with Bengaluru consistently backing him through ups and downs. However, after a recent dip in form, it is very unlikely that Siraj may be retained.