Faf du Plessis was the best batsman for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the previous cycle, batting exceptionally well in all three editions. Since joining RCB, he has been their leading run-scorer, scoring 1636 runs at an average of 38.04 and a strike rate of 146.99 in 45 innings, including 15 fifties.

Furthermore, he also led the team successfully during his stint as RCB qualified for the playoffs twice in three attempts under his leadership. Last season he revived RCB from nowhere and took them to the playoffs, proving his inclusion was right.

However, as RCB prepares for a new season, they could be tempted to part ways with their captain. Faf is 40 years old and may not last another three-year IPL cycle, so investing in him could backfire later in the cycle.

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Sooner or later he will show signs of regression, which is why RCB would want alternatives in the mega auction where the pool of players is larger. Getting a replacement mid-cycle will be arduous and RCB will have to come up with an improvised plan at some point.

AB de Villiers wants Faf du Plessis to continue as captain in IPL 2025

As Faf ages, AB de Villiers, his South Africa teammate, feels that age is just a number. AB said the players are used to him and Virat will endorse him on his YouTube channel.

“Age is just a number, guys. I don’t see why his turning 40 would be a problem. He’s been there for a few seasons and the players are used to him. I think Virat will back him up with all his experience.”

At this stage, Faf has shown no signs of slowing down and has performed exceptionally well everywhere he has played. Even in the current edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Faf has been among the leading run-scorers, with 384 runs at an average of 38.40 and a strike rate of 148.84 in 11 outings.

Furthermore, he also has four fifties in the tournament. It will be interesting to see if RCB retains him or builds a team for the future by bringing a change to the captaincy department.

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