Bangalore: He is one of the architects of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL (IPL 2026) champions. Kolkata Knight Riders There was no less controversy that he was released. But in this year’s IPL, Phil Salt was not seen in the last three matches of RCB. What happened to him?

Phil Salt injured his finger. He is out of the field because of that injury. Salt left India in the middle of IPL. He flew to England! But why?

It is known that he flew to England for finger scanning. Which means, Jacob Bethel will be seen in RCB’s top order for some more time. Phil Salt can’t play right now.

RCB has not informed anything about Salt’s exact injury. However, it is known that Salt injured his left finger while diving to save a boundary in the April 18 match against Delhi Capitals. Since then he is out of the field.

IPLSalt started out great. Salt scored 202 runs at a strike rate of 168.33 in 6 innings. English cricketer signed with England and Welsh Cricket Board. Ever since the injury, he has returned home and is spending time with his family. Besides, the treatment of his finger has started. It is reported that his finger has been scanned. Both the cricketer and the franchise are hopeful that the injury will heal quickly and he will be able to take the field for RCB later this month.

Salt’s absence has opened the door to his team-mate in the England national team. He is Jacob Bethel. huge KohliHe is now opening the innings with However, he has yet to catch the eye with the bat. Scored a total of 39 runs in three innings. However, there is also curiosity about whether he can make an impression if he gets a chance in the top order. England’s Jordan Cox is also breathing down his neck.