Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have retained Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers for the seventh edition of Indian Premier League (IPL 7). In a media release Thursday, RCB announced that they were retaining the trio as per the new IPL retention rules. The total amount for retaining the trio is Rs 29.5 crores.
Also, RCB have today appointed Daniel Vettori as head coach, Trent Woodhill as batting and fielding coach and Allan Donald as bowling coach. Vettori replaces South African Ray Jennings while Donald takes Venkatesh Prasad’s place. RCB Chairman, Dr. Vijay Mallya, is delighted with the retentions and new appointments. Commenting on the retention decisions, Dr. Mallya said, “This formidable trio of players have contributed significantly to RCB’s past performance and are match-winners in their own right. Their retention means that we have a strong platform to build an exceptional team.” Kohli, who led RCB last year, is very excited to be donning the red, blue and gold again in IPL 7. Commenting on the recent decisions, he said, “I am happy and honoured to be retained by RCB and it’s great to be back to Bangalore, literally my 2nd home now. I am looking forward to working closely with the new Head Coach Dan Vettori. Bowling Coach Allan Donald’s experience will add a lot of value. Together with my other retained mates Chris and AB and the rest of the team, I hope to fulfill the faith that RCB and the fans of Bangalore have reposed in me.” Gayle was delighted with the news and said, “Home Again!! I am happy to be retained by RCB and looking forward to the love and affection… Bangalore, here I come again and let’s rock!!!!” AB said that he is, “Honoured to be retained by RCB and extremely happy to be staying in Bangalore. RCB and Bangalore has a special place in my heart and I look forward to contributing to the Team’s success, come IPL.” Vettori said, “Having been closely associated with RCB for the last 3 years, I’m very excited by the opportunity to work with this exceptional brand and Virat in delivering on RCB’s true potential.
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