Big boost for RCB! Phil Salt set for return ahead of IPL 2026 playoffs
Phil Salt is set to return to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ahead of the IPL 2026 playoffs after recovering from a finger injury. His return comes at a crucial time as RCB aims for a strong finish in the league stage. Salt's explosive batting had previously provided significant momentum for the team.
- ▪Phil Salt is expected to rejoin RCB after recovering from a finger injury sustained on April 18.
- ▪He had been sidelined for nearly a month and returned to England for recovery.
- ▪Salt was in excellent form before his injury, scoring 202 runs in six matches at an average of 33.67.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/big-boost-rcb-phil-salt-145800175.html |
| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 14:58:00 +0000 |
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