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RCB Must Back Suyash Sharma to Defend IPL Title: Tare

Former Mumbai Indians batter Aditya Tare advises Royal Challengers Bengaluru to continue backing young leg-spinner Suyash Sharma despite his poor form. Tare believes RCB's bowling attack lacks a dependable sixth option and should trust Suyash over part-timers. Suyash has taken only seven wickets in nine matches and conceded 21 runs in two overs against Lucknow Super Giants. Mitchell Marsh's 111 helped LSG win by nine runs, despite Rajat Patidar's 61 for RCB.

Key Points: RCB Must Back Suyash Sharma to Defend IPL Title

  • Aditya Tare urges RCB to back Suyash Sharma
  • Suyash has taken 7 wickets in 9 matches
  • Tare criticizes reliance on Romario Shepherd
  • Mitchell Marsh scored 111 for LSG
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IPL 2026: 'RCB must back Suyash if they are to lift the trophy again,' says Tare

Aditya Tare says RCB must trust Suyash Sharma as sixth bowler to repeat IPL success, after 9-run loss to LSG despite Patidar's 61.

"If RCB want to defend their IPL title, they must trust Suyash. - Aditya Tare"

New Delhi, May 8

Former Mumbai Indians batter Aditya Tare believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru should continue backing young leg-spinner Suyash Sharma despite his poor performance in their nine-run defeat to Lucknow Super Giants.

Tare said RCB's bowling combination still lacks a dependable sixth bowling option and stressed that the franchise should give Suyash greater responsibility instead of relying on part-time bowlers.

Suyash has played nine matches so far in IPL 2026 and has taken only seven wickets. He gave away 21 runs in just two overs against LSG.

"RCB have always struggled to find a reliable sixth bowler. I believe they need to back Suyash Sharma more. He must bowl his full four-over quota. Yes, his line and length have drifted, and his form has dipped. But if RCB want to defend their IPL title, they must trust Suyash," he said on JioStar.

Tare also questioned RCB's current bowling strategy and said the side would benefit more from persisting with Suyash rather than turning to all-round options like Romario Shepherd for extra overs.

"Backing him is a better option than giving Shepherd two overs. Shepherd has not done well with the ball this year. So, Suyash Sharma needs more support if RCB is to lift the trophy for the second time," he added.

Speaking of the match, Mitchell Marsh smashed a brilliant 111 while skipper Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran chipped in with useful contributions as LSG posted 209/3.

Chasing 213 runs, the DLS adjudged target. RCB fought back through skipper Rajat Patidar, who blasted 61 off 31 balls, and Tim David, who hammered 40 off 17 deliveries, but timely wickets from Prince and Shahbaz Ahmed helped LSG close out a tense victory and restrict RCB to just 203/6.

- IANS

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Priya S
I'm not entirely convinced. Suyash has been leaking runs in the middle overs and his confidence seems shot. Maybe a game or two on the bench to work on his lines? But yes, Shepherd is not the answer either. RCB's bowling depth issue is real.
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Michael C
As a neutral observer, RCB's strategy always seems too reactive. They back players only when they're down. Tare makes sense—Suyash showed promise early on. Give him the full 4 overs and let him learn. Better than seeing part-timers get smashed!
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Rohit P
Honestly, the problem is deeper than just Suyash. RCB's middle overs bowling has been a mess for years. They need a proper spinner who can bowl in the powerplay and middle overs. Suyash or not, the team management needs to think long term.
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David E
Tare is spot on. You can't build a player's confidence by benching him after one bad spell. Suyash has the wrist spin variation that's gold in IPL. Let him develop under pressure. RCB should trust the process.
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Kavya N
Good point about Shepherd not being consistent enough. But I feel RCB should also look at their auction strategy. They keep buying the same type of pace bowlers and then struggle with spin options. Backing Suyash is fine, but need plans B and C too.

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