IPL 2018 Auction: 5 reasons why Royal Challengers Bangalore have all the bases covered

Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore - IPL T20

South Africa are often labeled as the chokers of the cricketing world. Royal Challengers Bangalore holds that tag when it comes to the Indian Premier League. The Bengaluru outfit often go in with star-studded teams that should be winning tournaments, however, they have never won the competition, often falling short in the play-offs. Last season was even worse for the franchise, as they could not even end up in the top-four.

But they may have made amends in the 2018 IPL auctions by signing up players who strengthen the side. Here are their top 5 signings.

#5 Brendon McCullum– The quick-fire opener

One of the biggest problems that RCB faced last season was the opening position. While Virat Kohli did an admirable job as an opener, the fact that the Indian captain had to open with countless partners is a testament to the quagmire they were in.

None of their combinations clicked, with Chris Gayle completely out of form. However, with the acquisition of Brendon McCullum, Kohli will finally have a proper opening partner to give him the quick runs from the very beginning.

The Kiwi player needs no introduction. This is a man who set the IPL on fire in its very first game, with a blazing knock of 158 for the Kolkata Knight Riders, and his abilities cannot be doubted. With him expected to partner Kohli, RCB have a set opening pair on whom they can count upon.