3 Teams that can pick Suresh Raina if CSK releases him ahead of IPL 2021 auction

3. Royal Challengers Bangalore

‘Ee sala cup namde?’ The anthem of the Royal Challengers Bangalore has almost turned into a question for every IPL season. Bangalore has had one of the best sides in the IPL ever since its inception. However, something that has bugged everyone is the fact that they haven’t been able to win a single season. Even in the 2020 edition, after showing promise at the start of the season, Bangalore failed to capitalize and go the distance.

Bangalore had managed to qualify for the playoffs as the fourth-placed side in the league stages but lost their first playoff match which knocked them out of the tournament. There have been many false speculations that RCB might finally release Virat Kohli from the franchise. But, no one can deny that what he adds as a batsman is almost unparalleled to anyone else. He is the best batsman in the world and letting him go could be a gamble.

What Bangalore could actually benefit from is one experienced Indian batsman. It has been always debated whether the RCB side depends too much on just Kohli and AB de Villiers, but eventually, they can settle this debate by getting an experienced player in their ranks. Raina can solidify their middle-order and will bring a lot of experience. He can be part of the leadership group for the side and help them finally get to their first title.