IPL 2019: How the teams stack up

Royal Challengers Bangalore

After a disappointing campaign in the IPL last year, they have strengthened heavily and the squad looks good on paper. AB de Villiers will be their biggest weapon consistently available for the entire season while captain Virat Kohli will be key till he leaves for the World Cup.

The addition of Shimron Hetmeyer gives RCB a reliable heavy hitter who is very consistent with the bat and adds to the team's profile as one looking to play aggressive cricket. The presence of all-rounders Marcus Stoinis and Gurkeerat Singh adds to the team's strong spine and they would be hoping to make it atleast to the playoffs.

The Virat Kohli led team will look for a strong start in a bid to win their first IPL title