The 40-year-old said that he would cherish his time spent at RCB. The franchise did not retain their former captain Du Plessis ahead of the auction. Even during the IPL 2025 mega auction, RCB did not exercise their Right to Match option for Du Plessis. "As my chapter close with RCB I want to take a moment to reflect on what an incredible journey this has been. When I joined three years ago, I had no idea how this journey would unfold. But I fell in love with the city of Bengaluru and the amazing people of RCB. This place and its people have become a part of who I am, and I'll carry these memories and the connections I've buit with me forever. Thank you for making these three years so special," Du Plessis wrote on Instagram.