Faf du Plessis, the captain who led Preity Zinta’s team St. Lucia Kings to victory in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, may face uncertainty in his IPL career despite this major success. While the CPL win has brought joy to Zinta, who is also the co-owner of Punjab Kings in the IPL, Faf’s future in the IPL as the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is in question, especially with the IPL 2025 mega auction approaching.
RCB Fans Expect Major Changes
Royal Challengers Bangalore, one of the most popular franchises in the IPL, is known for its high-profile players but has yet to win a title. Under Faf du Plessis’ leadership, RCB performed well, but the trophy remained elusive. Now, with du Plessis turning 40, there are rumors of RCB looking to make significant changes ahead of the 2025 season. Fans are divided—some want to see Rohit Sharma, who has led Mumbai Indians to five IPL titles, take over the captaincy, while others hope for Virat Kohli’s return as RCB captain.
Strong CPL 2024 Performance
Despite his age, Faf du Plessis’ recent form has been nothing short of remarkable. In CPL 2024, he scored 405 runs in 12 matches with an impressive strike rate of 145.16 and an average of 36.82. His consistency in the tournament, coupled with his ability to hit boundaries, saw him finish fourth on the list of top run-scorers. These numbers prove that the South African veteran still has a lot of cricket left in him.
Mega Auction 2025: A Game Changer
The IPL 2025 mega auction will undoubtedly shake things up for several franchises, including RCB. With the team likely to consider fresh options, Faf du Plessis may no longer be part of their plans. However, with his impressive performance in the CPL and the respect he commands as a leader, Faf could still be in demand by other IPL franchises.
Could Punjab Kings Look to Faf for IPL 2025?
Punjab Kings, co-owned by Preity Zinta, are also changing. With former captain Shikhar Dhawan retiring, the franchise is on the lookout for a new leader. Faf du Plessis, who has led Zinta’s CPL team to a title, could be a strong candidate. His experience, combined with his recent success, might make him an attractive option for Punjab as they aim to win their first IPL title.
As fans wait eagerly for the IPL 2025 mega auction, the future of Faf du Plessis will be closely watched. Whether he stays with RCB, joins Punjab Kings, or moves to another team, one thing is clear—Faf du Plessis is still a force to be reckoned with in the T20 format.
