IPL 2017: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Predicted Playing XI

Pacers:

Sreenath Aravind

From being told by doctors that he might never play again in 2008, to being RCB’s leading wicket taker in 2011, Aravind has been the story of resilience and hard work. He isn’t a flashy performer, but a quiet worker who lets his bowling talk for him. In 2015, he came in as replacement, and was integral in getting the initial wickets for RCB last year.

With a brittle bowling attack for company, and the absence of Mitchell Starc, Aravind will have to step up and be counted. Also, given that a quicker Aniket Chowdhary is in contention, Aravind won’t have it easy in the playing XI.

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Tymal Mills

RCB’s brand new recruit comes with a reputation to live up to, and while he might take some time to settle at first, he can be the X-factor RCB was looking for. A strapping left armer with an unconventional bowling style, Mills is the ideal T20 bowler, mixing up his regular deliveries with those bereft of pace. His battle from a congenital back problem to a Rs. 12 crore contract this year has been one of the most inspiring tales of the year.

With Mitchell Starc not in the mix, Mills will become a key component to dispel RCB’s bowling woes. Chris Gayle believes that he can help RCB lift their first title. Hopefully, he doesn’t go the Chris Jordan way.