NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bangaluru‘s turbulent IPL 2024 journey sees them languishing at the bottom half of the points table with four defeats in five games, highlighting the urgency for strategic adjustments. Former Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Tom Moody has advocated for the inclusion of England all-rounder Will Jacks to address the team’s overseas batting concerns.
In the wake of RCB‘s recent loss to Rajasthan Royals, Moody emphasized Jacks’ potential impact, particularly citing his exceptional powerplay strike rate of 164.21, among the best in T20s.

Despite the challenges in fitting him into the lineup, Moody asserted the necessity to utilize Jacks’ talents, especially as RCB’s campaign faces a critical juncture.

“RCB have to seriously consider Will Jacks. How they fit him in is a discussion that needs to be had. I can’t see him coming in for Faf. To me, both Maxwell and Green are under pressure. I think your hand is forced,” stated Moody on ESPNcricinfo’s ‘T20: Time-Out’ show.
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Jacks’ stellar performance in the Bangladesh Premier League earlier this year underscores his potential as a game-changer, prompting calls for his inclusion in RCB’s lineup. With the season slipping away, Moody urged RCB to seize the opportunity to revitalize their campaign, proposing Jacks to bat at No. 3 behind captain Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli.
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With RCB preparing to face Mumbai Indians in their upcoming IPL fixture, the spotlight remains on their quest for redemption and strategic adjustments to reignite their campaign’s momentum. With Jacks potentially offering a solution to their batting woes, RCB seeks to turn the tide and reclaim their stature in the IPL 2024 season.
(Inputs from IANS)