Royal Challengers Bengaluru director of cricket Mo Bobat has backed all-rounder Glenn Maxwell to return to form in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024. Maxwell hasn’t been able to get going in the tournament, managing only 32 runs in six matches at an average of 5.33.

The Australian was dismissed without troubling the scorers in the previous match against Mumbai Indians as he was plumbed in front of the wickets by Shreyas Gopal. Maxwell has all the skills to turn the match on its head with his blistering batting but he hasn’t batted at his best for RCB.

“Maxi has had a couple of scans, and he’s okay at the minute. So, there’s no injury concerns. He’s going to practice today and get more of a feel,” Bobat said in the pre-match press meet.

“He’s disappointed. He obviously has high standards and has a very, very impressive 12 to 24 months. He’s in our plans, and is an important part of our batting lineup. So, up until now, we’re trying to support him as best as we can and help him find his best form,” Bobat said.

On the other hand, Rajat Patidar scored a fine knock of 50 runs off 26 balls against MI in the last game and Bobat said it was a good positive for RCB.

“It’s good to see Rajat (Patidar) come back to some form in the last game (against MI). We’re really trying to target that middle phase of the game where we feel like we could probably score at a better rate or put more pressure on the opposition. So, we’re trying to work with him (Maxwell) to do that,” he added.

Meanwhile, Maxwell holds the key for RCB and it is crucial for the franchise that he finds his form.

RCB has managed a solitary win out of the six matches they have played and they are struggling at the bottom of the points table. Thus, it is imperative for the Faf du Plessis-led team to quickly turn the tables before it gets too late for them.

RCB will face Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M.Chinnamswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Monday.