About Rasikh Salam
Rasikh Salam is an Indian bowler who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. RCB retained him for ₹6 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹20 lakh in 2019 (Mumbai Indians) to ₹6 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹6.2 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians against Delhi Capitals on 24 March 2019, he has played 25 IPL matches, scoring 43 runs and taking 29 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Rasikh Salam in IPL
- IPL champion (2026): won the title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- Best bowling: 4/24 against Lucknow Super Giants in 2026.
- Best bowling season: 19 wickets in 2026.
How Rasikh Salam’s Salary Compares at RCB
Rasikh Salam is the 8th highest-paid player in the 26-man RCB squad, taking about 4.7% of the team’s total player spend. The average RCB player earns about ₹4.86 crore in IPL 2026.