RCB's Du Plessis Acknowledges Bowling Struggles: "We Don't Have as Many Weapons"

Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru's comprehensive defeat against Mumbai Indians, captain Faf du Plessis opened up about the challenges his team faces, particularly in the bowling department. Du Plessis admitted that RCB's bowling group lacks the depth and variety seen in other teams, putting additional pressure on their batters to post formidable totals.

In the aftermath of their fifth loss in six games, du Plessis highlighted the need for RCB's batting lineup to aim for higher scores, suggesting that posting totals around the 220-run mark might be necessary for them to remain competitive. With their bowlers struggling to contain opposition batsmen, du Plessis emphasized the importance of batting performances in determining RCB's fate in the tournament.

In the recent match against Mumbai Indians, RCB's bowlers were unable to stem the flow of runs, conceding at a rate of 12.84 per over. Even their most economical bowler struggled, indicative of the broader issues plaguing the team's bowling unit. Du Plessis acknowledged the lack of early breakthroughs, stressing the need for innovative strategies to put pressure on opponents from the outset.

The RCB captain also attributed the team's struggles to the challenging conditions, including the evening dew and the aggressive start by Mumbai's batsmen. Despite acknowledging the difficulties posed by external factors, du Plessis credited Mumbai Indians for their proactive approach and ability to capitalize on favorable batting conditions.

Looking ahead, du Plessis emphasized the importance of building partnerships and maintaining scoreboard pressure during their upcoming matches. With RCB languishing near the bottom of the table, the onus is on the team to address their bowling deficiencies and rally together to turn their fortunes around in the remainder of the tournament.