West Indies all-rounder Romario Shepherd has arrived in Bengaluru, joining the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp after the franchise sparked excitement with a series of cryptic teaser posts featuring silhouettes and mystery visuals.
Picked up at his base price of ₹1.5 crore during the IPL 2026 auction, the 31-year-old power-hitter and pace bowler brings an explosive T20 record, including a strike rate exceeding 180 and a blistering 10-ball half-century. His arrival has already generated buzz among fans, especially with potential high-profile clashes against teams like Chennai Super Kings.
Shepherd now joins a star-studded squad featuring Virat Kohli and Tim David, as preparations intensify at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB are set to kick off their IPL 2026 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Tweeted:
“𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘 from the Windies is here maaaaan! Rhino Romario is finally home and he’s ready to send ’em long into Cubbon Park.
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