Maxwell lauds RCB for explaining reasons behind not retaining him, calls his exit 'beautiful'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maxwell lauds RCB for explaining reasons behind not retaining him, calls his exit 'beautiful'

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Dashing Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has appreciated Royal Challengers Benagluru's effort to reach out to him and explain the reasons behind not retaining him ahead of this month's IPL 2025 mega auction, terming his exit from the franchise as a "beautiful" one. Maxwell lauds RCB for explaining reasons behind not retaining him, calls his exit 'beautiful' RCB has retained only three Indian players Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal and Rajat Patidar. RCB's head coach Andy Flower and Director of Cricket Mo Bobat also took RCB's Instagram handle to explain about the franchise's decision not to retain big names like Maxwell, former skipper Faf du Plessis and India pacer Mohammed Siraj. I think he will admit that he is in the latter part of his career now and obviously Andy and I have to really think strongly around RCB's leadership moving forward."

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IPL 2025: Glenn Maxwell breaks silence after ‘beautiful’ RCB exit, says ‘it was a great franchise to play for’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Glenn Maxwell breaks silence after ‘beautiful’ RCB exit, says ‘it was a great franchise to play for’

Live Mint  

Dashing Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell described his exit from Royal Challengers Bengaluru as ‘beautiful’ after the franchise retained just three players ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction, which is slated to take place in Jeddah on November 24 and 25. Having joined RCB in 2021, Maxwell proved to be a vital cog in the middle-order in the …

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 Retentions Remain a Mystery as They Drop Clues for IPL 2025
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

RCB's Retentions Remain a Mystery as They Drop Clues for IPL 2025

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has released a cryptic crossword puzzle on their social media accounts, containing the names of several players from their current squad. The puzzle challenges fans to decipher the clues and figure out the players' retentions ahead of the IPL 2025 deadline. RCB are likely to retain Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Will Jacks, and Rajat Patidar, but …

Glenn Maxwell Thanks Virat Kohli for Boosting His IPL Career
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Glenn Maxwell Thanks Virat Kohli for Boosting His IPL Career

ABP News  

Glenn Maxwell expresses his gratitude to Virat Kohli for suggesting him to play for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL auction in 2021. Maxwell had a good season in RCB colours where he re-discovered his missing mojo. He also mentions that he was the happiest cricketer in the world when RCB successfully bid for him.

Vaughan doesn't want Dinesh Karthik to retire but doubts Faf du Plessis' RCB future: 'Staggering they haven't won IPL'
7 months ago

Vaughan doesn't want Dinesh Karthik to retire but doubts Faf du Plessis' RCB future: 'Staggering they haven't won IPL'

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2024 campaign ended on a disappointing note on Wednesday night, as the side faced a four-wicket defeat against Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad. After an incredible comeback in the second half of the season, which saw RCB winning six successive matches to qualify for the Playoffs, the Royal Challengers bowed out in the Eliminator; alongside Punjab Kings …

'He will do get-togethers and get photos clicked': Glenn Maxwell blasted with 'he doesn't care' claim after RCB horror
7 months ago

'He will do get-togethers and get photos clicked': Glenn Maxwell blasted with 'he doesn't care' claim after RCB horror

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru faced a disappointing loss at the hands of Rajasthan Royals in their Eliminator match in IPL 2024 on Wednesday. The Faf du Plessis-led side made an emphatic comeback in the second half of the season, winning six successive matches to qualify for the Playoffs last week; however, the side endured a poor performance in the Wednesday's …

Sunil Gavaskar's 'fear' involving Virat Kohli ahead of RR vs RCB IPL 2024 Eliminator: '… feel we've lost everything'
7 months ago

Sunil Gavaskar's 'fear' involving Virat Kohli ahead of RR vs RCB IPL 2024 Eliminator: '… feel we've lost everything'

Hindustan Times  

If there ever is a documentary made after Royal Challengers Bengaluru, their IPL 2024 chapter promises to be the most detailed, decorated and most read, given the nature of their campaign. Will Virat Kohli prove Sunil Gavaskar right in the IPL 2024 Eliminator They have won six matches in a row – RCB's second-longest winning streak – and now stand …

'Players go blank in front of Faf du Plessis': Virender Sehwag sheds light on RCB's missing piece in IPL 2024
8 months, 1 week ago

'Players go blank in front of Faf du Plessis': Virender Sehwag sheds light on RCB's missing piece in IPL 2024

India TV News  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered their fifth consecutive loss in the Indian Premier League 2024 as their valiant effort fell short of the record IPL total put up by Sunrisers Hyderabad in match 30 on Monday, April 15. Meanwhile, former Indian cricketers Virender Sehwag and Manoj Tiwary shed light on the loopholes of the franchise. Sehwag said that RCB don't have …

Vaughan rips RCB to shreds in jarring 'Kohli, Maxwell' rant: 'Go buy the biggest names. Doesn't mean you will win'
8 months, 1 week ago

Vaughan rips RCB to shreds in jarring 'Kohli, Maxwell' rant: 'Go buy the biggest names. Doesn't mean you will win'

Hindustan Times  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has slammed Royal Challengers Bengaluru's team approach by assembling the best of the individuals but still failing to win an IPL trophy. “You can go and buy all the biggest individual names and put them into a team but it doesn’t mean you’re going to win and it’s been proven at the RCB.” Vaughan opined …

'RCB should rest Siraj. He's not doing what is required': Brian Lara's message for Faf du Plessis
8 months, 1 week ago

'RCB should rest Siraj. He's not doing what is required': Brian Lara's message for Faf du Plessis

Hindustan Times  

Legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru should think about resting Mohammed Siraj for at least a couple of games to allow his body and mind to refresh. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj Siraj has picked up only 4 wickets in 6 matches this season and has leaked runs at 10.41 runs per over. …

Solid Kohli, fiery Maxwell lead batting brigade but untested bowling a big concern: RCB SWOT Analysis before IPL 2024
9 months, 1 week ago

Solid Kohli, fiery Maxwell lead batting brigade but untested bowling a big concern: RCB SWOT Analysis before IPL 2024

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bangalore enter IPL 2024 with a storied past, having reached the finals thrice without clinching the title despite their consistent playoff qualifications, which stand at an impressive eight times. Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell during IPL 2023 Under the leadership of Faf du Plessis in the past two seasons, RCB has exhibited potential, but a championship title remained …

IPL 2024 Auction: Getting more support for Mohammad Siraj the real priority, says RCB's Mo Bobat
1 year ago

IPL 2024 Auction: Getting more support for Mohammad Siraj the real priority, says RCB's Mo Bobat

Firstpost  

Acquiring more bowling options to support pace spearhead Mohammad Siraj will be Royal Challengers Bangalore’s top priority at the upcoming IPL auctions, team’s Director of Cricket Mo Bobat said on Monday. Those who have been released include the trio of medium pacer Harshal Patel, Sri Lanka leg spinner Wanindu Hasaranga and Australian quick Josh Hazlewood, depleting the team’s bowling resources. …

'There was no phone call, no communication. I gave you 8 years...': Chahal drops bombshell over being snubbed by RCB
1 year, 5 months ago

'There was no phone call, no communication. I gave you 8 years...': Chahal drops bombshell over being snubbed by RCB

Hindustan Times  

Ahead of the 2022 edition of the Indian Premier League, all participating teams saw major changes in their squads, thanks to the mega auction. While Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell were naturally expected to be retained, RCB set the social media alight when they released their star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. Yuzvendra Chahal and Virat Kohli celebrate during the Indian Premier …

We weren't one of the best teams, didn't deserve to be in semis: RCB skipper Faf du Plessis
1 year, 7 months ago

We weren't one of the best teams, didn't deserve to be in semis: RCB skipper Faf du Plessis

The Hindu  

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis made a critical assessment of his side's performance in the IPL this season, saying it "wasn't one of the best teams in the competition" and "didn't deserve to be in semifinal". If we take a hard look at ourselves, we'll be honest in saying that we weren't one of the best teams in …

IPL 2023: Change of guard imminent as RCB’s wait for elusive title continues
1 year, 7 months ago

IPL 2023: Change of guard imminent as RCB’s wait for elusive title continues

The Hindu  

When Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell combine for Royal Challengers Bangalore, memories hark back to the times when the trio of Kohli, Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers would send fans into raptures. The injury-forced absence of Rajat Patidar – who scored 333 runs at an average of 55.5 and strike-rate of 152.75 in 2022 – was …

IPL 2023: RCB skipper Faf du Plessis hails Virat Kohli's 'infectious' passion
1 year, 7 months ago

IPL 2023: RCB skipper Faf du Plessis hails Virat Kohli's 'infectious' passion

Firstpost  

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis opened up on playing alongside Virat Kohli in the Indian Premier League, saying he would rather play with him than against him. IPL 2023: Full coverage | Points table | Schedule | Results | Orange Cap | Purple Cap​ In a conversation with NDTV, du Plessis also hailed the former India and RCB …

IPL 2023: Royal Challengers Bangalore bowl Rajasthan Royals out for 59 to boost playoffs hopes
1 year, 7 months ago

IPL 2023: Royal Challengers Bangalore bowl Rajasthan Royals out for 59 to boost playoffs hopes

India Today  

Wayne Parnell and Michael Bracewell shared five wickets as Royal Challengers Bangalore thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 112 runs to move to fifth spot in the IPL 2023 table on Sunday, May 14. RR captain Sanju Samson tried to swipe away but the ball went up and Anuj Rawat, who kept wickets in place of Dinesh Karthik, made no mistake. FEEDING …

IPL 2023: RR vs RCB | Showdown between Jaiswal and Du Plessis as Rajasthan takes on Bangalore
1 year, 7 months ago

IPL 2023: RR vs RCB | Showdown between Jaiswal and Du Plessis as Rajasthan takes on Bangalore

The Hindu  

It promises to be a showdown between this edition's two most impactful batters in young Yashasvi Jaiswal and veteran Faf du Plessis when Rajasthan Royals take on Royal Challengers Bangalore, who are looking to avoid a hat-trick of defeats, in an IPL match in Jaipur on May 14. The Royals, on the other hand, returned to winning ways with a …

Watch: Rohit Sharma can’t keep calm after Green drops sitter to give Karthik a lifeline during RCB vs MI IPL 2023 tie
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch: Rohit Sharma can’t keep calm after Green drops sitter to give Karthik a lifeline during RCB vs MI IPL 2023 tie

Hindustan Times  

Leaving Rohit Sharma disappointed, superstar Cameron Green dropped an absolute dolly of a catch to give Dinesh Karthik a lifeline during the action-packed Indian Premier League 2023 match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday. Cashing in on Mumbai Indians' fielding disasterclass in match No.54 of the IPL 2023, Virat Kohli-starrer Royal Challengers Bangalore managed to post a …

‘He can replace Bumrah, can be next Shami’: India's World Cup-winning pacer's smashing verdict on Siraj
1 year, 7 months ago

‘He can replace Bumrah, can be next Shami’: India's World Cup-winning pacer's smashing verdict on Siraj

Hindustan Times  

In an otherwise hot and cold season for the Royal Challengers Bangalore, one of the biggest positive for Faf du Plessis' men has been their powerplay bowling. Mohammed Shami; Mohammed Siraj; Jasprit Bumrah When Siraj was retained ahead of the mega auction for the 2022 season, a noteworthy act hailed by many, the right-arm fast bowler was entrusted with the …

IPL 2023: Disciplined bowling helps Bangalore clinch seven-run win against Royals
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Disciplined bowling helps Bangalore clinch seven-run win against Royals

The Hindu  

On a batting-friendly M. Chinnaswamy Stadium pitch, Royal Challengers Bangalore did well to defend a par total against Rajasthan Royals here on Sunday. A disciplined bowling performance from RCB saved the day, with pacer Harshal Patel starring with three wickets. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal guided the visitor to a comfortable 92 for one in 10 overs, but from here, …

IPL 2023: Harshal Patel, Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell set up RCB's 7-run win over Rajasthan Royals
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Harshal Patel, Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell set up RCB's 7-run win over Rajasthan Royals

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Harshal Patel held his nerve to defend 20 runs in the final over as the green-jerseyed RCB registered a seven-run win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2023 thriller at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. RCB vs RR: IPL 2023 Highlights Chasing 190, Rajasthan Royals were off to a disastrous start as Mohammed Siraj dismissed Jos Buttler …

WATCH: RCB vs PBKS match highlights and analysis
1 year, 8 months ago

WATCH: RCB vs PBKS match highlights and analysis

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli returned as Royal Challengers Bangalore captain, for the first time since October 2021, and forged a 137-run opening stand with Faf du Plessis to pave the way for his team’s 24-run win against Punjab Kings in a crucial Indian Premier League fixture at the IS Bindra Stadium on Thursday. Put in to bat, RCB got off to a …

PBKS vs RCB: Virat Kohli-led RCB beat PBKS after Faf du Plessis, Mohammed Siraj heroics
1 year, 8 months ago

PBKS vs RCB: Virat Kohli-led RCB beat PBKS after Faf du Plessis, Mohammed Siraj heroics

India Today  

Virat Kohli made a winning 'return' as captain as Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated Punjab Kings by 24 runs at the PCA Stadium in Mohali on Thursday. After Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli added 137 for the first wicket, Mohammed Siraj and Wanindu Hasaranga picked important wickets to hand RCB their third win in six matches in the 2023 Indian …

IPL 2023: RCB’s Maxwell rues narrow loss in IPL run-fest against CSK
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: RCB’s Maxwell rues narrow loss in IPL run-fest against CSK

The Hindu  

Glenn Maxwell relishes being part of exciting games but the Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder did not hide his disappointment following their narrow defeat in Monday’s Indian Premier League thriller against Chennai Super Kings. It rained 33 sixes, equalling the league record, and a total of 444 runs were scored in a clash between two of the most popular IPL sides …

IPL 2023: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis fire RCB to season opening victory over MI
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis fire RCB to season opening victory over MI

India Today  

Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis were on fire at the Chinnaswamy Stadium as Royal Challengers Bangalore defeated Mumbai Indians in their first match of the 2023 Indian Premier League in Bangalore on Sunday. IPL 2023: Full Coverage The highlight of the RCB chase was Virat Kohli's dance down the pitch to dispatch a slower ball from Jofra Archer for …

Mohammed Siraj was about to be dropped by RCB but Virat Kohli backed him: Dinesh Karthik reveals anecdote
1 year, 10 months ago

Mohammed Siraj was about to be dropped by RCB but Virat Kohli backed him: Dinesh Karthik reveals anecdote

India Today  

Dinesh Karthik has revealed an interesting anecdote where Virat Kohli came to Mohammed Siraj's rescue when he was about to be axed Royal Challengers Bangalore during his IPL career. Speaking on Cricbuzz' special show Rise of New India, as quoted by News 18, Karthik said that Siraj views Kohli like an elder brother and as his guiding light. In his …

IPL 2022 Qualifier 2: Ravi Shastri lauds captain Faf du Plessis's calming influence in RCB camp
2 years, 6 months ago

IPL 2022 Qualifier 2: Ravi Shastri lauds captain Faf du Plessis's calming influence in RCB camp

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri said not a lot of people have spoken about Faf du Plessis’s impact on Royal Challengers Bangalore but the South Africa star has brought a calming influence to the team in Indian Premier League 2022. Speaking to Star Sports, Ravi Shastri lauded Faf du Plessis’s leadership when things got tense during the Eliminator between …

RR vs RCB | Faf du Plessis is among few players who could get best out of Virat Kohli: Shane Watson
2 years, 6 months ago

RR vs RCB | Faf du Plessis is among few players who could get best out of Virat Kohli: Shane Watson

India Today  

Delhi Capitals assistant coach Shane Watson hailed the decision to appoint Faf du Plessis as RCB skipper, saying it was the right move after Virat Kohli had stepped down after the end of the 2021 season. Watson credited the 'brilliant tactical decision' to name Faf du Plessis the leader as the main reason behind RCB's resurgence. Because knowing that Virat …

DC vs RCB: Harshal Patel back for Bangalore as RCB take on Delhi Capitals
2 years, 8 months ago

DC vs RCB: Harshal Patel back for Bangalore as RCB take on Delhi Capitals

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis confirmed that RCB were boosted by the return of star pacer Harshal Patel to their playing XI for their crucial IPL 2022 match against Delhi Capitals. Harshal's absence was the biggest factor in RCB’s defeat at the hands of Chennai Super Kings. RCB captain Faf du Plessis had conceded that his team missed …

CSK vs RCB: Harshal Patel was really missed -Faf du Plessis after losing to Chennai
2 years, 8 months ago

CSK vs RCB: Harshal Patel was really missed -Faf du Plessis after losing to Chennai

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis conceded that the former finalists missed the services of Harshal Patel in their 23-run defeat to Chennai Super Kings in Match 22 of IPL 2022 at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. CSk vs RCB, IPL 2022 Highlights Invited to bat, Uthappa and Dube shared a whooping 165-run partnership off just 74 balls …

'A breakthrough season potential': Kohli, du Plessis 'most excited' for 22-year-old Indian youngster at RCB in IPL 2022
2 years, 8 months ago

'A breakthrough season potential': Kohli, du Plessis 'most excited' for 22-year-old Indian youngster at RCB in IPL 2022

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bangalore will begin their 2022 Indian Premier League campaign against Punjab Kings later today at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. Faf du Plessis; Virat Kohli Ahead of the side's opening game against PBKS, the Royal Challengers shared a video on their official social media platforms in the build-up to the clash. During the interactions, both were …

'I messaged him as soon as he was picked': Virat Kohli reveals first chat with du Plessis after he was named RCB captain
2 years, 9 months ago

'I messaged him as soon as he was picked': Virat Kohli reveals first chat with du Plessis after he was named RCB captain

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli said that he had messaged Faf du Plessis as soon as the latter was picked by the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2022 Indian Premier League, with Du Plessis going on to be announced as the team's new captain. Du Plessis replaced Kohli as RCB captain “I messaged him as soon as he was picked for RCB, sounded …

Virat Kohli on new RCB captain: Faf du Plessis commands respect
2 years, 9 months ago

Virat Kohli on new RCB captain: Faf du Plessis commands respect

The Hindu  

Royal Challengers Banglore veteran Virat Kohli says Faf du Plessis's solid leadership skills was a key reason that they planned to grab his services for the upcoming IPL edition. Kohli, who has been with Royal Challengers right from the first edition in 2008 and as full-time captain since 2013, relinquished captaincy after last year's IPL. RCB will now be led …

IPL 2022: Appointing Faf du Plessis as captain a teriffic decision by RCB, says Sunil Gavaskar
2 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2022: Appointing Faf du Plessis as captain a teriffic decision by RCB, says Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar teemed Royal Challengers Bangalore's decision to appoint Faf du Plessis as captain for Indian Premier League 2022 a terrific call, adding that the leadership experience of the South Africa veteran will come in handy for the former finalists. RCB on Saturday named Faf du Plessis as Virat Kohli's successor, setting the ball rolling for IPL …

IPL 2022: Here's why RCB named Du Plessis as new captain over Maxwell, Karthik
2 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2022: Here's why RCB named Du Plessis as new captain over Maxwell, Karthik

Hindustan Times  

Since Virat Kohli's decision to relinquish the captaincy role for Royal Challengers Bangalore at the end of the 2021 season of the Indian Premier League, the franchise's possible successor has been the most talked about topic over the last few months. And all until Saturday when RCB finally picked Kohli's successor for captaincy post, naming Faf du Plessis as their …

Virat Kohli welcomes Faf du Plessis's appointment as RCB skipper: Couldn't be happier
2 years, 9 months ago

Virat Kohli welcomes Faf du Plessis's appointment as RCB skipper: Couldn't be happier

India Today  

Star batter Virat Kohli is happy and excited to pass on the baton to his 'good friend' Faf du Plessis after the former South Africa skipper was appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore ahead of the Indian Premier League 2022. RCB on Saturday announced Faf du Plessis as their new captain as the South African batter became …

IPL 2021: 'Gave my best, tried to create culture for youngsters', Kolhi bids farewell to RCB captaincy
3 years, 2 months ago

IPL 2021: 'Gave my best, tried to create culture for youngsters', Kolhi bids farewell to RCB captaincy

Firstpost  

‘I would be in the RCB till the last day I play in the IPL,’ said Kohli on being asked if he will play for RCB next season. Sharjah: Virat Kohli expects the new leadership group in Royal Challengers Bangalore to maintain the “culture” of giving opportunities to youngsters for playing expressive cricket as his innings as captain of the …

IPL 2021: RCB eye win against formidable DC before heading into playoffs
3 years, 2 months ago

IPL 2021: RCB eye win against formidable DC before heading into playoffs

Firstpost  

While the Delhi side has made sure of a top-two finish, a defeat at the hands of Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday night has dented RCB’s chances of ending second in the points table. Despite possessing a formidable batting line-up that includes AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell and Devdutt Padikkal apart from Kohli, RCB couldn’t chase down a below-par 141-7 against …

IPL 2021, RCB vs MI Highlights: Harshal's hat-trick takes RCB to victory
3 years, 2 months ago

IPL 2021, RCB vs MI Highlights: Harshal's hat-trick takes RCB to victory

Business Standard  

In Match 39 of Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore posted defeated Mumbai Indians at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on Sunday. Earlier, Maxwell finally came good with an attacking 56 after skipper Kohli's second consecutive half-century, taking Royal Challengers Bangalore to a par-score of 165/6. Kohli, who completed 10,000 runs in T20 cricket, scored 51 off 42 …

IPL 2021: Who will take over as RCB captain once Kohli steps down?
3 years, 3 months ago

IPL 2021: Who will take over as RCB captain once Kohli steps down?

The Hindu  

Who will take over captaincy duties at Royal Challengers Bangalore after Virat Kohli steps down at the end of IPL 2021? With no obvious successors in the squad, RCB might view the 2022 IPL mega auction as a chance to revamp its leadership and march in a new direction. FOLLOW OUR COVERAGE OF IPL 2021 The player list for the …

IPL 2021: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team preview, new signings, withdrawals and all you need to know
3 years, 3 months ago

IPL 2021: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team preview, new signings, withdrawals and all you need to know

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli’s Royal Challengers Bangalore finished fourth in 2020. The Australian power-hitter was RCB’s highest run-getter at the halfway stage, and seemed to be sharing the batting workload with Kohli and AB de Villiers. Among the batsmen, opener Devdutt Padikkal’s aggressive stroke-play helped him become only the fourth uncapped player to score a century in the IPL. Padikkal’s flamboyance combined …

'He could be a direct swap for Maxwell or de Villiers': Coach Mike Hesson names RCB's 'power player' in IPL 2021
3 years, 4 months ago

'He could be a direct swap for Maxwell or de Villiers': Coach Mike Hesson names RCB's 'power player' in IPL 2021

Hindustan Times  

The presence of Glenn Maxwell and AB de Villiers in the middle order makes Royal Challengers Bangalore one of the strongest batting sides in the IPL. Glenn Maxwell and AB de Villiers for RCB earlier in IPL 2021. Newly-appointed RCB coach Mike Hesson is excited to have David on board and feels he could be the perfect replacement for either …

‘But he’s fallen away over’: Dravid names one player ‘who could have merited selection’ for India’s tour of England
3 years, 7 months ago

‘But he’s fallen away over’: Dravid names one player ‘who could have merited selection’ for India’s tour of England

Hindustan Times  

India picked their squad for the tour of England which starts next month. BCCI announced a strong 20-member squad for India's four-month tour of England where they play the World Test Championship final against New Zealand on June 18, before facing the hosts in a five-Test series. Former India skipper Rahul Dravid also talked about Kuldeep's snub while commenting on …

RCB Predicted XI vs RR: One batting change likely for Royal Challengers Bangalore
3 years, 8 months ago

RCB Predicted XI vs RR: One batting change likely for Royal Challengers Bangalore

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bangalore are in supreme form at the moment, winning all three games so far. Mohammed Siraj and Virat Kohli celebrate during match 10 of the Indian Premier League 2021 between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Kolkata Knight Riders. Here is RCB’s predicted XI for IPL 2021 match against RR: Virat Kohli : The RCB captain had an …

IPL 2021 | Siraj a different bowler after Australia tour: Virat Kohli on RCB's unbeaten streak
3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021 | Siraj a different bowler after Australia tour: Virat Kohli on RCB's unbeaten streak

India TV News  

Royal Challengers Bangalore claimed third consecutive victory on Sunday as the Virat Kohli-led side defeated Kolkata Knight Riders in Chennai by 38 runs. Maxwell scored 78 off 49 balls before de Villiers helped RCB take 70 runs off the last five overs, smashing an unbeaten 76 off just 34 balls. Andre Russell's 31 off 20 balls late in the KKR …

After a Long Struggle, Harshal Patel Finally Grabs the Spotlight
3 years, 8 months ago

After a Long Struggle, Harshal Patel Finally Grabs the Spotlight

The Quint  

The RCB Reunion Despite a brilliant domestic season in 2020, Patel was not given many chances in the IPL last year, with the franchise already having two premier overseas pacers in Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada. With Ishant Sharma already in their ranks, the chances for Patel in the team would have been limited this season and he was traded …

IPL 2021: Virat Kohli says RCB not getting over-excited with two wins, reveals team has plans in place
3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021: Virat Kohli says RCB not getting over-excited with two wins, reveals team has plans in place

Firstpost  

Chennai: Chasing a maiden title, Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday said his team has plans in place and is “not getting over-excited” with two wins in as many outings in the ongoing Indian Premier League. Virat Kohli, who used seven bowlers against Mumbai Indians last week and Sunrisers on Wednesday, said the luxury of having extra options …

SRH vs RCB Highlights: Shahbaz, Maxwell shine as Bangalore beats Hyderabad
3 years, 8 months ago

SRH vs RCB Highlights: Shahbaz, Maxwell shine as Bangalore beats Hyderabad

The Hindu  

Having seen the Mumbai Indians complete a striking comeback against Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday, one would not have expected a more bizarre finish the very next day! Shahbaz Ahmed c Rashid Khan b Nadeem 14 RCB 47/1 after 6 overs: Kohli pounces on Natarajan and pulls the shorter-ball to the square leg boundary. Devdutt Padikkal c Nadeem b Kumar …

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