About Tim David
Tim David is an Australian batter who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. RCB retained him for ₹3 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹20 lakh in 2021 (Royal Challengers Bangalore) to ₹3 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹30.95 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Chennai Super Kings on 24 September 2021, he has played 66 IPL matches, scoring 1,151 runs.
Notable Achievements of Tim David in IPL
- IPL champion (2026): won the title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- Highest IPL score: 70* off 25 balls against Chennai Super Kings in 2026.
- Best batting season: 305 runs in 2026.
- Player of the Match: 3 awards in the IPL.
How Tim David’s Salary Compares at RCB
Tim David is the 12th highest-paid player in the 26-man RCB squad, taking about 2.4% of the team’s total player spend. The average RCB player earns about ₹4.86 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹3 crore.