India, April 27 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) opening batter Phil Salt will be missing the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 fixture against Delhi Capitals. In his place, the management have included Jacob Bethell in the playing XI. During the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar confirmed that Salt is down with fever; hence, he is unavailable for the contest at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

"Salt is down with fever. So Jacob Bethell comes in his place," said Patidar during the toss.

RCB captain Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl first against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The visitors made just one change to their lineup, as Bethell replaced Salt.

Phil Salt has formed a formidable opening partnership with V...