A familiar and respected presence behind the scenes, Speechly returned to Bengaluru for a special farewell organised by the team, where players and support staff gathered to acknowledge his immense contribution over nearly two decades.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Leading the tributes, the team\u2019s veteran, Virat Kohli, reflected on his long-standing association with Speechly and the personal bond they had built over the years.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI\u2019ve probably spent the most amount of time with you in the RCB setup. You\u2019re one of the OGs. Apart from your hard work and professionalism, the thing that will always stand out is your kindness, care, and integrity. That\u2019s something I\u2019ll always carry with me. To say that you\u2019ll always be a part of this family, you always have been, and you always will be. We\u2019ll remember you fondly forever,\u201d the former RCB skipper said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
RCB\u2019s Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, emphasised the significance of Speechly\u2019s role within the setup, noting that the farewell was a fitting gesture to honour his legacy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cEvan has been our lead physio for a huge amount of time. We wanted to bring him back to recognise his contribution, spend some time with him, and celebrate everything he\u2019s done for RCB,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Clearly moved by the occasion, Speechly spoke about his deep emotional connect with the franchise and its people.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cEvan has been our lead physio for a huge amount of time. We wanted to bring him back to recognise his contribution, spend some time with him, and celebrate everything he\u2019s done for RCB,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Throughout his tenure, Speechly worked closely with multiple generations of players, earning trust and respect within the dressing room. As RCB move forward, the farewell served as a reminder of the vital role played by those behind the scenes in shaping the team\u2019s culture and continuity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n