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Ex-MI star David returns to Wankhede for RCB clash
12 Apr
Summary
- Tim David returns to Wankhede, where he excelled for MI.
- RCB acquired David for Rs 3 crore to replace Dinesh Karthik.
- David rebuilt his game focusing on power-hitting after 2019.
Tim David is set to face his former team, Mumbai Indians, at the Wankhede Stadium, a ground where he established himself as a dangerous finisher. After playing for MI from 2022 to 2024, David was released and subsequently acquired by RCB for Rs 3 crore at the mega auction, filling the gap left by Dinesh Karthik's retirement. His recent performance shows a strike rate of 185.14 last season, with a significant portion of runs coming in the death overs.
David's journey to becoming a renowned finisher involved a career pivot in 2019 after losing his Western Australia rookie contract. He underwent intense, specialized training focused purely on power-hitting, aiming to develop a consistent and powerful swing. This deliberate reinvention has made him a key asset for RCB, particularly at grounds with shorter boundaries like Wankhede.
