8 Reasons Why RCB Were Destined To Win IPL 2025: 18 Years Psychological Wait To Winning Pressure Matches - Check
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s long-awaited IPL triumph was the result of perfect timing, balance, and belief. After years of near misses, RCB finally found the right blend of leadership, consistency, and depth across departments. Their campaign was defined by strong performances in pressure games, a settled core, and match-winners stepping up at crucial moments. Here are 8 reasons why RCB were destined to win IPL 2025.
Dec 27, 2025, 07:39 AM IST
RCB's Predicted Playing XI For IPL 2026: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt To Open; Venkatesh Iyer And Tim David To Bat At...
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) retained a strong core of 17 players and made targeted additions in the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. RCB focused on depth by buying players like all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer and pacer Jacob Duffy, while adding backups such as Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, and young talents.
Notably, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will enter an IPL season as the defending champions for the first time in their history.
Here's RCB's predicted Playing XI and Impact Player for IPL 2026 season:
Dec 21, 2025, 23:07 PM IST
4 Players RCB Might Target At IPL 2026 Auction: Venkatesh Iyer, Mustafizur Rahman And...
After winning their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the 2026 mini-auction with a settled core of 17 retained players, including stars like Virat Kohli, captain Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt, Josh Hazlewood, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar and others.
With Rs 16.4 crore left in their purse and eight slots to fill (including two overseas), RCB's strategy is likely to revolve around bringing reinforcements in middle-order batting depth, foreign and Indian pace options - avoiding a full overhaul to preserve their title-winning balance.
Here are four players RCB might strategically target at the IPL 2026 auction:
Dec 13, 2025, 17:08 PM IST
4 Players RCB Might Target At IPL 2026 Auction: Venkatesh Iyer, Akash Madhwal And...
After winning their first Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the 2026 mini-auction with a settled core of 17 retained players, including stars like Virat Kohli, captain Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt, Josh Hazlewood, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar and others.
With Rs 16.4 crore left in their purse and eight slots to fill (including two overseas), RCB's strategy is likely to revolve around bringing reinforcements in middle-order batting depth, foreign and Indian pace options - avoiding a full overhaul to preserve their title-winning balance.
Here are four players RCB might strategically target at the IPL 2026 auction:
Nov 24, 2025, 18:03 PM IST
Rajat Patidar’s Stellar Double Century Marks Brilliant Start For Madhya Pradesh In Ranji Trophy
In a spectacular display of batting mastery, Rajat Patidar, captain of Madhya Pradesh, achieved his maiden First-Class double century during the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy opener against Punjab at Indore.
Oct 18, 2025, 07:42 AM IST
Madhya Pradesh Hand All-Format Captaincy To Rajat Patidar Ahead Of New Domestic Season
Indian batter Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the captain of Madhya Pradesh across all formats for the 2025-26 domestic season, which begins with the Ranji Trophy on October 15.
Oct 07, 2025, 16:48 PM IST
Shreyas Iyer To Captain India A Vs Australia A; Rajat Patidar Named Rest Of India Skipper For Irani Cup
The BCCI has announced two significant leadership calls for upcoming fixtures. Shreyas Iyer will captain India A in the one-day series against Australia A, while Rajat Patidar has been appointed skipper of the Rest of India (ROI) side for the prestigious Irani Cup.
Sep 25, 2025, 15:24 PM IST
Duleep Trophy: Rajat Patidar-Led Central Zone Defeat South Zone By Six Wickets To Seal Title
In their chase of 65, opener Akshay Wadkar remained unbeaten on 19 and maintained composure while wickets fell on the other hand, but South Zone just did not have enough runs on the board to allow their bowlers a chance to defend the total.
Sep 15, 2025, 16:01 PM IST
BCCI Announces India A Squad For Australia A Series; No Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Included - RCB Star Set To Lead
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the India A squads for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A, set to be played at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur.
Sep 14, 2025, 19:53 PM IST
Dhruv Jurel Ruled Out Of Duleep Trophy Semis, Akshay Wadkar Replaces; RCB Star Named Captain
Central Zone has been dealt a major blow ahead of their Duleep Trophy 2025 semifinal clash against West Zone, as wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has been ruled out after being diagnosed with dengue.
Sep 03, 2025, 18:53 PM IST
Shreyas Iyer To Mohammed Shami: 7 Star Players To Watch Out For In Duleep Trophy 2025
The Duleep Trophy 2025 is set to be a key platform for several Indian cricketers looking to either break into the national side or reclaim their place. With high-profile international series against West Indies and South Africa coming up, the tournament will serve as a critical audition for many names. Here are seven players who could define this year’s campaign.
Aug 28, 2025, 10:46 AM IST
What Did Virat Kohli Ask the Chhattisgarh Villager After the Hilarious SIM Mix-Up?
Chhattisgarh villager accidentally receives calls from Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers after buying Rajat Patidar’s old SIM, sparking a unique cricket and telecom mix-up.
Aug 11, 2025, 10:45 AM IST
Virat Kohli’s Tears to AB de Villiers’ Emotional Hug: RCB Finally Win IPL After 18 Seasons Of Heartbreak - Check Winning Moments In Pics
In an emotional climax, Virat Kohli broke down in tears as Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first-ever IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs. Kohli, who top-scored with 43, called it one of the greatest moments of his career. Captain Rajat Patidar fulfilled his promise to win it for Kohli. Scroll down to check RCB's winning moments in pics.
Jun 04, 2025, 06:30 AM IST
RCB Vs PBKS, IPL 2025 Final Highlights: RCB End 17-Year-Long Wait, Win Maiden IPL Title
RCB Vs PBKS (Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings) IPL 2025 Final Highlights: Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Tuesday, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy.
Jun 03, 2025, 19:11 PM IST
IPL 2025 Final: RCB's Predicted Playing XI Against Punjab Kings - Liam Livingstone OUT, Tim David IN; Virat Kohli As Opener; Rajat Patidar To Bat At...
Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3, Tuesday. With an eye on their first IPL title, RCB are likely to make few changes in their playing XI against PBKS due to injuries and different reasons.
Here's RCB predicted Playing XI for IPL 2025 final against PBKS:
Jun 02, 2025, 23:34 PM IST
Rajat Patidar For RCB, MS Dhoni For CSK: 10 Players To Reach IPL Final In Debut Captaincy Season; Check Full List
Ahead of the IPL 2025 season, Rajat Patidar was appointed as the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and he has led the Bangalore-based franchise to the final on his captaincy debut in the league.
Here's the list of 10 players who took their team to IPL final in their first season as captain:
Jun 01, 2025, 22:17 PM IST
Happy Birthday Rajat Patidar: All About RCB Captain's Love Story With Wife Gunjan Patidar - In Pics
Rajat Patidar, the rising star and newly appointed captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for IPL 2025, has balanced a remarkable cricket career with a private personal life. Originally from Indore, he struggled academically but focused on cricket, debuting in 2015. Despite being released in the 2022 IPL auction, he was called up as a replacement and made a breakthrough with a match-winning century. His wedding to Gunjan Patidar was repeatedly postponed due to cricket commitments, and he keeps his relationship details private. Rajat’s leadership marks a new era for RCB, with fans and teammates showing strong support for his journey.
Jun 01, 2025, 12:26 PM IST
Phil Salt To Chris Gayle: Fastest Fifty For RCB In IPL Playoffs; Check Full List
Here's list of the fastest fifties from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batters in Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs:
May 31, 2025, 02:45 AM IST
Virat Kohli To Phil Salt: 9 Players To Win Player-Of-The-Match Award For RCB In IPL 2025; Check Full List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru reached the final of IPL 2025 after thrashing Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 in Mullanpur, Chandigarh on Thursday, May 29. Unlike previous seasons, RCB is not dependent on a few star players in IPL 2025 and they have found multiple match-winners during their spectacular season.
A total of 9 players have won Player-of-the-Match (POTM) award for RCB this year. Only Mumbai Indians (MI), ten in 2017, had more players winning the match award in an IPL season, while Delhi Daredevils had nine in 2009.
Here's list of players who have won Player-of-the-Match award for RCB in IPL 2025:
May 30, 2025, 21:47 PM IST
Phil Salt Blasts Fastest IPL Fifty As RCB Storm Into 2025 Final With Crushing Win Over PBKS
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 8 wickets and stormed into the finals of the Indian Premier League 2025.
May 29, 2025, 22:45 PM IST