Royal Challengers Bengaluru have retained their core squad for IPL 2026 and have ₹16.4 crore for the mini-auction on December 16. They aim to buy a finisher and a backup for Josh Hazlewood. Key targets could be Rachin Ravindra as a versatile batter, Gus Atkinson as an all-round pacer, and experienced spinner Karn Sharma.