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In a compelling and unexpected turn of events leading up to the IPL 2024 auction, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have orchestrated a major coup by trading the dynamic Australian cricketer Cameron Green from Mumbai Indians (MI).
This trading saga unfolded amidst heightened anticipation and speculation, especially considering Green’s impressive stint with the Rohit Sharma-led side in the preceding IPL season. MI had acquired him for INR 17.50 crores during the IPL 2023 auction. However, Green’s association with the Mumbai-based franchise proved short-lived, as RCB successfully lured him to don the red and gold jersey for the upcoming season.
Mo Bobat, the Director of Cricket for RCB, has shed light on the strategic rationale underpinning the acquisition of Green. The decision to bring in the young sensation reflects RCB’s commitment to assembling a formidable squad capable of achieving unparalleled success in the fiercely competitive arena of T20 cricket.
“He’s the ideal fit for us”: RCB’s Director of Cricket on Cameron Green
Bobat expressed enthusiasm about signing up Green, stating that the player is an ideal fit for their middle-order role. The 24-year-old’s high-quality skills, power-packed batting, and adaptability against pace and spin make him a valuable addition to the team. With international experience across formats, Green is expected to thrive, and Bobat is confident that he will relish batting at the celebrated M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
“He’s the ideal fit for us in that middle-order power role, he’s a high-quality, skillful, and powerful batsman. He’s got the game against both pace and spin. He’s got international experience across formats and I’m sure he will enjoy batting at the Chinnaswamy.” Bobat said, as quoted on RCB Bold Diaries.
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Bobat’s praise for Green’s all-round skills
Bobat further highlighted Green’s multi-faceted skills, emphasizing his proficiency as a fantastic bowler with pace and bounce. These attributes align with the team’s specific requirements, especially in their home conditions.
“He’s also a fantastic bowler and he bowls with pace and bounce, which were certainly attributes we were looking for, particularly in our home conditions. Let’s not forget what an exceptional fielder he is. Some of the catches he has taken in recent times fielding at gully is seriously impressive,” the 40-year-old added.
