IPL 2023, Royal Challengers Bangalore season review: Virat Kohli back to his best but RCB fail to fire collectively
1 year, 7 months ago

IPL 2023, Royal Challengers Bangalore season review: Virat Kohli back to his best but RCB fail to fire collectively

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Royal Challengers Bangalore endured yet another roller-coaster of an Indian Premier League season that ended in heartbreak, after a six-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans at the Chinnaswamy Stadium brought curtains down on their campaign. IPL 2023: Full coverage | Points table | Schedule | Results | Orange Cap | Purple Cap​ A sixth place finish with just 14 points is certainly disappointing for a team like RCB who boast of stars like Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. Middle-order batting Throughout the season, RCB were heavily reliant on their top three of Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell to produce the big runs. Virat Kohli hits the right notes One positive for RCB this season has been Virat Kohli hitting the right notes once again in the IPL.

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Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says
4 days, 18 hours ago

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement after India vs Australia's third Test in Brisbane has sent shockwaves around the cricketing fraternity. With the Indian team ‘going through a transition’ according to Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwin's retirement might be just a footstep for the ‘last bunch of OGs’ to make their way out in the 'Summer of 2025'. “How much of this decision is …

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy
4 days, 22 hours ago

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru let go of Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell in the Indian Premier League mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, but the franchise managed to pick up the likes of Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Krunal Pandya. RCB Team Director Mo Bobat has now revealed what Virat Kohli had to say about the squad …

RCB Director of Cricket dissects Virat Kohli’s batting template for IPL 2025: ‘Got no doubt that he’ll want to…’
5 days, 11 hours ago

RCB Director of Cricket dissects Virat Kohli’s batting template for IPL 2025: ‘Got no doubt that he’ll want to…’

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal ahead of the IPL 2024 auction. During the auction in Jeddah, RCB spent ₹2 crores each on Aussie pacer Josh Hazlewood, Englishman Phil Salt, veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, English all-rounder Liam Livingstone, India all-rounder Krunal Pandya, Aussie Tim David and former player Devdutt Padikkal. Going into IPL 2025, …

RCB skipper Mandhana feels squad more "dynamic" after picks at WPL 2025
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RCB skipper Mandhana feels squad more "dynamic" after picks at WPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru, : Royal Challengers Bengaluru women's captain Smriti Mandhana expressed happiness with the team's picks during the Women's Premier League mini-auction, saying that it has made team more "dynamic" and "ready for all challenges". RCB skipper Mandhana feels squad more "dynamic" after picks at WPL 2025 The defending champions of the WPL, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, have reinforced their squad with …

IPL 2024: Rajat Patidar 'happy' to lead RCB if given an opportunity
1 week, 3 days ago

IPL 2024: Rajat Patidar 'happy' to lead RCB if given an opportunity

India Today  

Rajat Patidar says that he is more than happy to take on the captaincy of Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 if given the opportunity. The 31-year-old's name has been circulating within RCB circles as a potential captain for IPL 2025, following the release of former skipper Faf du Plessis. Before stepping into any potential leadership …

Bhuvneshwar Kumar in awe of RCB's comeback in IPL 2024, excited to join team
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar in awe of RCB's comeback in IPL 2024, excited to join team

India Today  

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is excited to join the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL: 2025. Bhuvneshwar, who began his career with the RCB franchise in 2009, is making a comeback in the team for the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League. The official social media handle of the franchise shared a special video of Bhuvneshwar talking about RCB. pic.twitter.com/S8LAM5VYfD …

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's 'good times' catch-up with RCB team management in Bengaluru
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar's 'good times' catch-up with RCB team management in Bengaluru

India Today  

Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar recently met the RCB team management in Bengaluru. Bhuvneshwar was sold to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 10.75 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. RCB FULL SQUAD Retained Players: Virat Kohli – Rs 21 crore | Rajat Patidar – Rs 11 crore | Yash Dayal – Rs 5 crore. Players bought in auction: Josh …

India fans taunt Mitchell Starc on INR 13 crore pay-cut in IPL auction, grill AUS pacer with 'KKR' chants in Adelaide
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India fans taunt Mitchell Starc on INR 13 crore pay-cut in IPL auction, grill AUS pacer with 'KKR' chants in Adelaide

Hindustan Times  

Mitchell Starc was the star of the show for Australia in the early part of day one for Australia, as his six-fer at the Adelaide Oval helped the team restrict and bowl out India for just 180 runs in the first two sessions. Australia's Mitchell Starc celebrates the dismissal of India's Virat Kohli during the day one of the second …

RCB new recruit Jacob Bethell's straightforward response to teaming up with Virat Kohli in IPL 2025: ‘It’s a bit of a…’
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

RCB new recruit Jacob Bethell's straightforward response to teaming up with Virat Kohli in IPL 2025: ‘It’s a bit of a…’

Hindustan Times  

England's young batting sensation Jacob Bethell opened up on getting signed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the recent IPL 2025 mega auction. Bethell will be playing alongside Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli in the cash-rich league. Bethell, recently, made his Test debut for England and was used at the number three spot instead of vice-captain Ollie Pope. It does help …

Jacob Bethell eagerly waiting to meet Virat Kohli at RCB after Rs 2.60 crore deal
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Jacob Bethell eagerly waiting to meet Virat Kohli at RCB after Rs 2.60 crore deal

India Today  

England all rounder Jacob Bethell recently revealed that he’s eagerly looking forward to meet star India batter Virat Kohli at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru after being bought by the franchise at the Indian Premier League 2025 auction. Recently, the 21-year-old opened up on his signing by one of IPL’s top franchises and said that he’s really looking forward to meet …

IPL 2025: England's Jacob Bethell excited to link up with "King Kohli" at RCB
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

IPL 2025: England's Jacob Bethell excited to link up with "King Kohli" at RCB

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : England's young star Jacob Bethell is looking forward to playing alongside Royal Challengers Bengaluru and India stalwart Virat Kohli in the Indian Premier League 2025 season. IPL 2025: England's Jacob Bethell excited to link up with "King Kohli" at RCB Bethell became RCB's latest acquisition in the recent IPL 2025 mega auction for ₹2.6 crore. Top 15 …

IPL 2025: New RCB signing Jacob Bethell impresses on Test debut with quickfire half-century
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

IPL 2025: New RCB signing Jacob Bethell impresses on Test debut with quickfire half-century

The Hindu  

England all-rounder Jacob Bethell made an impressive Test debut against New Zealand, scoring a brisk unbeaten 37-ball 50 in the second innings to guide his team to an eight-wicket win at Christchurch. The 21-year-old registered the second-highest strike rate in a 50-plus score on Test debut, second only to New Zealand’s Tim Southee, who had smashed 77 runs off 40 …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli to return as RCB skipper? R Ashwin comments on scenario
3 weeks, 2 days ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli to return as RCB skipper? R Ashwin comments on scenario

India Today  

R Ashwin feels that Virat Kohli will be stepping in as Royal Challengers Benagluru's new captain during the IPL 2025 season. Speaking on his YouTube channel, the spinner said that the Indian star would take up the role as Bengaluru hasn't gone for a captain during the IPL 2025 Auction. IPL 2025 mega auction: Full squad of all 10 teams …

IPL 2025: Who Leads Better? Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records
3 weeks, 3 days ago

IPL 2025: Who Leads Better? Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records

ABP News  

Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records: Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained Virat Kohli for a record Rs 21 crore ahead of Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction, sparking rumors of his potential return as captain. Virat Kohli stepped down as Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain before IPL 2022, paving way for Faf du Plessis to take over. Also on ABP …

'Virat Kohli is going to captain': After AB de Villiers, Ravichandran Ashwin predicts RCB skipper
3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Virat Kohli is going to captain': After AB de Villiers, Ravichandran Ashwin predicts RCB skipper

Hindustan Times  

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who was recently picked up by Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, feels Virat Kohli is going to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the upcoming edition of the tournament. While analysing RCB's auction, Ashwin said that the franchise haven't gone with any other leadership option, hence he does not …

'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru finalised a 22-member squad for the 2025 Indian Premier League throughout the two-day auction earlier this week, but suspense remains on their captaincy. Virat Kohli might return as RCB captain Former RCB batter and one of the legends of the game, AB de Villiers, seemed to hint that Kohli "will lead" the side in the 2025 …

Will Virat Kohli lead RCB? AB de Villiers drops captaincy hint for IPL 2025
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Will Virat Kohli lead RCB? AB de Villiers drops captaincy hint for IPL 2025

India Today  

RCB great AB de Villiers has hinted that former skipper Virat Kohli might return as captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League. "I don't think it has been confirmed yet, but he will be the captain, I think, looking at the squad," said AB de Villiers on his official YouTube channel, hinting at …

IPL 2025: How Vignesh Puthur earned an unexpected call-up to Mumbai Indians
3 weeks, 5 days ago

IPL 2025: How Vignesh Puthur earned an unexpected call-up to Mumbai Indians

The Hindu  

The recent Indian Premier League auction in Jeddah was disappointing for Kerala. While the experienced Sachin Baby was picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad, it was the unheralded Vignesh Puthur who grabbed eyeballs when Mumbai Indians brought him on board for Rs. Despite his unremarkable stint with Alleppey Ripples in the Kerala Cricket League, he somehow caught the eye of the …

If not Virat Kohli then who? Assessing RCB's captaincy options after auction
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

If not Virat Kohli then who? Assessing RCB's captaincy options after auction

India Today  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru might have had a decent IPL 2025 mega auction, but the question remains: who will be the next captain of RCB for the upcoming season? RCB had let go of Faf du Plessis ahead of the auction, who has captained the franchise since 2022, replacing Virat Kohli following the former captain's decision to quit the role …

Cricket-Bengaluru will suit me better than Punjab in IPL, says Livingstone
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Cricket-Bengaluru will suit me better than Punjab in IPL, says Livingstone

Hindustan Times  

By Suramya Kaushik Cricket-Bengaluru will suit me better than Punjab in IPL, says Livingstone Nov 27 - England all-rounder Liam Livingstone expressed his excitement after he was bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League auction, stating that his new team would be a better fit for his playing style next season. Livingstone, who made his IPL debut …

IPL Auction 2025 - An emotional homecoming: Top five players who returned to their former franchises
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IPL Auction 2025 - An emotional homecoming: Top five players who returned to their former franchises

The Hindu  

With the Indian Premier League mega auction taking place every few years, most of the players are often forced to hop across different franchises. However, the IPL 2025 auction saw some iconic players return to the franchises they once called home, with Ravichandran Ashwin’s homecoming to Chennai Super Kings being the highlight. Here are the top five players who will …

IPL 2025 Auction: Who will captain Royal Challengers Bengaluru next season?
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IPL 2025 Auction: Who will captain Royal Challengers Bengaluru next season?

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction took take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. Going into the auction, RCB retained three players - Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal. RCB squad for IPL 2025 Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, …

After IPL 2025 auction, Mohammed Siraj bids emotional goodbye to RCB, pens letter to fans
4 weeks, 1 day ago

After IPL 2025 auction, Mohammed Siraj bids emotional goodbye to RCB, pens letter to fans

India Today  

Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj wrote an emotional farewell note to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, saying he was not bidding goodbye to the franchise, but thanking them and their fans for giving him a platform to evolve as a cricketer. Siraj's seven-year journey with RCB came to an end on Sunday, November 25, when the Bengaluru-based franchise did not go for him …

RCB squad composition, IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru predicted playing XI, full players list
4 weeks, 1 day ago

RCB squad composition, IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru predicted playing XI, full players list

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction was held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. RCB IPL 2025 FULL SQUAD Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob …

IPL Auction 2025: RCB’s director of cricket opens up on Virat Kohli captaincy, says ‘he dropped a few hot text message’
4 weeks, 1 day ago

IPL Auction 2025: RCB’s director of cricket opens up on Virat Kohli captaincy, says ‘he dropped a few hot text message’

Live Mint  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained superstar cricketer Virat Kohli ahead of Indian Premier League 2025 for a whopping ₹21 crore. Meanwhile, RCB bought Aussie pacer Josh Hazlewood and England all-rounder Liam Livingston for ₹8.5 crore in the IPL Auction 2025. Hailing the franchise on buying Hazlewood, former cricketer and RCB batting coach Dinesh Karthik said, "Everybody from RCB and all the …

RCB yet to decide captain, Virat Kohli texted us IPL auction feedback: Team Director
1 month ago

RCB yet to decide captain, Virat Kohli texted us IPL auction feedback: Team Director

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Director of Cricket Mo Babat said the former finalists will take their time to decide on their next captain. RCB'S TOP BUYS IN IPL MEGA AUCTION Josh Hazlewood : Base Price Rs 2,00,00,000, Winning Bid Rs 12,50,00,000, Capped. Phil Salt : Base Price Rs 2,00,00,000, Winning Bid Rs 11,50,00,000, Capped. Bhuvneshwar Kumar : Base Price Rs 2,00,00,000, …

IPL 2025 mega auction: RCB hit back at critics, want fans to 'trust the process'
1 month ago

IPL 2025 mega auction: RCB hit back at critics, want fans to 'trust the process'

India Today  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have hit back at the critics who questioned their tactics in the IPL 2025 mega auction. The franchise had a slow start in the IPL 2025 mega auction as they did not go for the marquee players in the first two rounds. IPL 2025 mega auction: Live updates RCB's tweets during auction All is not done, …

RCB Squad, IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru full list of players after auction
1 month ago

RCB Squad, IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru full list of players after auction

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction was held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured the services of 19 players during the auction, and spent the most amount of money on Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood and England opener Phil Salt. Here is how Royal Challengers Bengaluru looks after the …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL 2025 full squad LIVE Updates: Complete list of players bought, retained
1 month ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL 2025 full squad LIVE Updates: Complete list of players bought, retained

Live Mint  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be another franchise to look up to in the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction on Sunday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With Kohli highly unlikely to don the captain's hat again, RCB's primary focus would be to find a captain in the IPL 2025 mega auction after they let go Faf du Plessis. With three right-to-match …

IPL auction: RCB refuse RTM for Mohammed Siraj, Gujarat buy pacer for Rs 12.25 crore
1 month ago

IPL auction: RCB refuse RTM for Mohammed Siraj, Gujarat buy pacer for Rs 12.25 crore

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru refused to use the Right To Match option for Mohammed Siraj as he was sold for Rs 12.25 crore. Siraj was not retained by RCB ahead of the auction as they retained only 3 players in the name of Virat Kohli for Rs 21 crore, Rajat Patidar for Rs 11 crore and Yash Dayal as an uncapped …

Virat Kohli to return as captain? RCB's IPL auction strategy leaves pundits confused
1 month ago

Virat Kohli to return as captain? RCB's IPL auction strategy leaves pundits confused

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's decision to buy only one player from the first two marquee sets of the IPL 2025 mega auction has left fans and pundits confused. RCB missed the opportunity to buy the likes of Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Mitchell Starc and only went for England all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the first two marquee sets. IPL …

Three players RCB can target as captain in IPL 2025 Auction
1 month ago

Three players RCB can target as captain in IPL 2025 Auction

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 574 players up for signing. Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained three players, including Virat Kohli, going into the auction. With the team releasing Faf du Plessis, its skipper for the last three season, RCB is expected to be in the hunt …

IPL 2025 mega auction: From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant - List of 5 players likely to break the bank in Saudi Arabia
1 month ago

IPL 2025 mega auction: From KL Rahul to Rishabh Pant - List of 5 players likely to break the bank in Saudi Arabia

Live Mint  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction is just two nights away and the biggest buzz around is who will go home with the costliest tag in Saudi Arabia - venue for this year's mega event. Over the years, overseas stars have more or less dominated the IPL auction when it came to the costliest players with Australian pacer Mitchell …

Virat Kohli’s decline leaves India pondering unthinkable question ahead of Australia series
1 month ago

Virat Kohli’s decline leaves India pondering unthinkable question ahead of Australia series

The Independent  

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IPL auction prediction: Can RCB target KL Rahul, Chahal with Rs 83 crore purse?
1 month ago

IPL auction prediction: Can RCB target KL Rahul, Chahal with Rs 83 crore purse?

India Today  

Another auction is here, and RCB steps in with the same hope—to build a well-rounded team capable of clinching their first-ever IPL title. With Rs 83 crore left in their purse and three RTMs available for both capped and uncapped players, RCB is poised to make crucial moves at the IPL 2025 mega auction. Purchased for Rs 14.25 crore in …

RCB rope in former KKR support staff Omkar Salvi as fast-bowling coach ahead of IPL 2025: Reports
1 month ago

RCB rope in former KKR support staff Omkar Salvi as fast-bowling coach ahead of IPL 2025: Reports

Live Mint  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have roped in former Kolkata Knight Riders assistant bowling coach Omkar Salvi ahead of Indian Premier League 2025, according to several media reports. Meanwhile, RCB have appointed former wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik as batting coach and mentor ahead of IPL 2025. One of the most popular franchises in franchise league cricket, RCB have never won an IPL title …

IPL Auction 2025: Which players can RCB retain using RTM?
1 month, 1 week ago

IPL Auction 2025: Which players can RCB retain using RTM?

The Hindu  

Indian Premier League side Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained three players, including Virat Kohli going into the IPL mega auction. RCB Players Retained Virat Kohli Rajat Patidar Yash Dayal RCB is now left with three Right-To-Match cards, which it can use on both capped and uncapped players. - All you need to know about Right-to-match card Australian all-rounders Glenn Maxwell and …

KL Rahul recalls IPL 2016 final: Virat Kohli and I have talked about it few times
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1 month, 1 week ago

KL Rahul recalls IPL 2016 final: Virat Kohli and I have talked about it few times

India Today  

KL Rahul went down memory lane to the IPL 2016 final where Royal Challengers Bengaluru agonisingly fell short. Despite a season where Virat Kohli scored 973 runs with four centuries, the Challengers failed to have the last laugh. It would have been a fairytale to be right at the bottom to win seven games to qualify and then win the …

3 Captains RCB might target in IPL mega auction
1 month, 1 week ago

3 Captains RCB might target in IPL mega auction

India TV News  

The mega auction for the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League is less than a fortnight away. Hence, we look at three players RCB might look for at the auction as captain: 1. Jos Buttler RCB tend to bid aggressively for star players at the auction. Shreyas Iyer Shreyas Iyer is the first captain in the history of IPL …

'Don't know how much the board pays him...': Dinesh Karthik predicts windfall for South Africa star in IPL auction
1 month, 1 week ago

'Don't know how much the board pays him...': Dinesh Karthik predicts windfall for South Africa star in IPL auction

Hindustan Times  

South Africa all-rounder Gerald Coetzee is making the right kind of noise ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League mega auction. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has predicted that Gerald Coetzee will take a big fat pay cheque in the upcoming auction. "I don't know much Cricket South Africa board are paying him but I am sure he till take …

IPL auction: KL Rahul open to RCB return, says captaincy not a dealbreaker
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1 month, 1 week ago

IPL auction: KL Rahul open to RCB return, says captaincy not a dealbreaker

India Today  

Superstar cricketer KL Rahul said he is looking forward to the Indian Premier League mega auction, adding that he would be happy to return to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and play in front of home crowd at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. So, yeah, I really enjoyed playing at RCB," KL Rahul told Star Sports in an interview ahead of the auction. …

KL Rahul breaks silence on Lucknow Super Giants exit, ex-LSG captain says ‘...I could find some freedom’
1 month, 1 week ago

KL Rahul breaks silence on Lucknow Super Giants exit, ex-LSG captain says ‘...I could find some freedom’

Live Mint  

Sanjiv Goenka’s animated outburst on KL Rahul after Lucknow Super Giants’ humiliating defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 clearly stated things weren’t well inside the four walls of the franchise dressing room. Following that incident, the video of which went viral on social media, it was certain that LSG won’t be retaining Rahul for IPL 2025, which eventually turned …

"Incredibly unlikely that RCB will get hold of Rishabh Pant": AB De Villiers ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction
1 month, 2 weeks ago

"Incredibly unlikely that RCB will get hold of Rishabh Pant": AB De Villiers ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction

Hindustan Times  

Johannesburg, : Former South Africa skipper AB De Villiers said that his former Indian Premier League franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will probably not go behind wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant in the IPL 2025 mega auction. "Incredibly unlikely that RCB will get hold of Rishabh Pant": AB De Villiers ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction The Indian Premier League player retention lists …

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers predicts if Punjab Kings or RCB will pick Pant; ‘too expensive, all franchises will…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers predicts if Punjab Kings or RCB will pick Pant; ‘too expensive, all franchises will…’

Live Mint  

Ahead of IPL 2025's mega auction, former South Africa cricketer and RCB batter AB de Villiers made a prediction about who would pick Rishabh Pant—Royal Challengers Bangalore or Ricky Ponting-led management at the Punjab Kings. The former RCB batter added that while it was highly likely that Punjab Kings would desperately bid for Rishabh Pant in the IPL auction, it …

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers lists 4 targets for RCB, calls for Chahal return
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers lists 4 targets for RCB, calls for Chahal return

India Today  

Legendary South Africa batter AB de Villiers urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru to build a team that can understand their home ground -- the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, listing out his four priority targets in the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction. AB de Villiers, a Hall of Famer at the RCB, said the team's priority should be bringing back Yuzvendra Chahal …

Warner Warns Kohli and Rohit: 'They're at the Backend' in Australia Test Series
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warner Warns Kohli and Rohit: 'They're at the Backend' in Australia Test Series

Hindustan Times  

India's top batters, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, are facing scrutiny after their disappointing performance against New Zealand in the recent Test series. The duo, both in their late 30s, struggled to score runs, with Kohli averaging 15.50 and Sharma scoring 15.16. The loss of wickets in the series, including Mohammed Shami's injury, further compounded India's struggles. Warner expressed his …

Virat Kohli's Test Form in BGT 2024: A Cause for Concern
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli's Test Form in BGT 2024: A Cause for Concern

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli's recent form in Test cricket poses serious concern as India prepare to begin the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024 against Australia. Kohli's average this year is 20.09 in 12 innings, significantly lower than his usual standards. His strike rate against Australia has also dropped, indicating a decline in his scoring ability against the Australians. This form concerns India's chances …

Kohli's 20-Year Journey with RCB: A Legacy in the Making
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kohli's 20-Year Journey with RCB: A Legacy in the Making

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli has expressed his desire to continue playing competitive cricket with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) till 2027. The 36-year-old is set to be a key player for the franchise in the coming years, following his retention in the mega auction. Kohli has been with RCB since its inception in 2008 and has consistently been a top performer, amassing over …

RCB's Captaincy Decision Remains Unclear: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

RCB's Captaincy Decision Remains Unclear: Sources

Firstpost  

RCB have released their captain for three years, Faf du Plessis, which means they will be needing a new captain. It has been reported that Virat Kohli, who has been retained yet again, can return as captain. Kohli captained RCB from 2013-2021 and also guided them to their only Indian Premier League (IPL) final in 2016. While Kohli did not …

RCB Confirms Virat Kohli's Return for Three More Years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

RCB Confirms Virat Kohli's Return for Three More Years

India Today  

Virat Kohli expresses his happiness and retention by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the next three years. The franchise's goal is to win at least one IPL title in the cycle, and they will give it their best shot to achieve this. Kohli is excited to continue playing for RCB and hopes to achieve the ultimate goal of winning an IPL …

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