All-rounder Harshal Patel, who was the highest wicket-taker in IPL 2021, has been bought by RCB for ₹10.75 crore. Harshal, who represented RCB in IPL 2021 as well, was released ahead of the mega auction. He had a salary of ₹20 lakh in IPL 2021. With RCB buying him again, Harshal has received a salary hike of 5275%.