Mohammed Siraj is a key member of the Bangalore as last year, the franchise retained him along with Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell. Playing for the franchise since 2018, Siraj has turned out to be a credible player for the team due to his giant contributions with the ball, in previous installments of the tournament.
In both seasons, Patel was consistent for the franchise with the ball and now, he is also one of the match-winning figures for the team. Earlier, in the 2022 mega auction, Bangalore acquired him at the colossal amount of INR 10.75 crores due to his impressive bowling figures in 2021. In the next edition of the tournament, he will be expected to bolster the team with his vast experience and majestic bowling skills.
In T20I appearances this year, the speedster was efficient for his national side clinching 26 wickets in 17 games at an economy of 7.52. Observing his impactful bowling this year and his immense experience, Bangalore will see him as one of their favourite players to win them their maiden title.
Last season, the franchise showed faith in Wanindu Hasaranga after buying him at INR 10.75 crores at the mega auction 2023. The Sri Lanka cricketer had a responsibility to fill the boots of Yuzvendra Chahal in the team and he did that very well becoming the second-leading wicket-taker of the competition with 26 scalps in 16 matches, at an economy of 7.54.
The young bowling all rounder has been in impressive form at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy racking up 207 runs as well as 7 wickets. Since Bangalore are short of lower middle order batters, Shahbaz would expect himself to be given regular chances this coming season.
Dinesh Karthik was a vital cog for Bangalore in the last season. The team relied upon him to play the role of a finisher and he did it well delivering positive results with his fierce batting in the last overs of the games. In the next edition too, the franchise will expect him to solidify the batting line-up with his ferocious batting style in the lower order.
Having amassed 242 runs in 7 matches at a strike rate of 88 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Lomror has shown the management that he could eliminate the middle order woes on Bangalore. His recent numbers suggest that he could play an important part in next season's tournament.
Glenn Maxwell’s role has become essential in Bangalore as he with his aggressive batting reinforces the team to win big games. Only 315 runs in 19 T20I games for Australia in 2022 may cause concern, but considering his potential and capability, it can be said that the veteran could emerge as the biggest match-winner for Bangalore.
Rajat Patidar emerged as one of the biggest players for Bangalore in the last ITL edition after his incredible knock in the crucial playoff. Speaking of his overall performances in the last edition, the 29-year-old hit 333 runs in eight games at a fantastic strike rate of 152.75. All this point to a regular spot in the team next season.
Faf du Plessis looked impressive with his leadership skills as he took the team to the playoffs. Overall with nine victories and seven losses, the franchise ended its campaign, becoming the third most successful team of the season, under its new captain. In the upcoming 2022 edition, the dashing batter and skipper will strive to lift the esteemed ITL trophy.
Virat Kohli has been a part of the Bangalore since its inception in 2008. In his 15 years of ITL career, he amassed 6,624 runs in 223 matches at a strike rate of 129.15, with five centuries and 44 half-centuries. After poor performances in the last season, he has finally made a comback on the international stage. He would certainly be a mainstay in the team.