RR vs RCB, IPL 2022: Royal Challengers Bangalore have last laugh as Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed smash RR
2 years, 11 months ago

RR vs RCB, IPL 2022: Royal Challengers Bangalore have last laugh as Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed smash RR

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Royal Challengers Bangalore chased down 170 despite another failure for Virat Kohli. Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed starred lower down the order as RCB romped home against Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday. RCB were in trouble at 87 for 5 but the 6th wicket pair of Dinesh Karthik and Shahbaz Ahmed added 67 in a little over 5 overs to secure victory for the team. On Tuesday, RCB were in a spot of bother against Rajasthan Royals after du Plessis and Anuj Rawat were sent back to the dugout following a strong opening stand and Virat Kohli, David Willey and Sherfane Rutherford fell cheaply. EX-RCB BOWLERS HURT RCB Royal Challengers Bangalore were off to a good start in their chase of 170 against Rajasthan Royals.

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Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’
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Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’

Hindustan Times  

It’s a new IPL season and KL Rahul will donning a different team jersey this year. But according to reports, Rahul is expected to not feature in DC’s opener, against his former team LSG in Visakhapatnam. Axar Patel on KL Rahul's availability Speaking on Rahul’s selection for the opener, DC skipper Axar Patel said, “Obviously, he joined the team. Right …

IPL 2025: RR captain Riyan Parag defends decision to bowl first, blames bowlers' execution for SRH record total
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IPL 2025: RR captain Riyan Parag defends decision to bowl first, blames bowlers' execution for SRH record total

Firstpost  

Rajasthan Royals’ stand-in captain Riyan Parag stood by his decision to bowl first despite his team conceding a mammoth 286 runs in their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Rajasthan Royals stand-in captain Riyan Parag had no qualms about his team bowling first in their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, despite conceding 286 runs. Parag defends bowling first decision …

IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK
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IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, : A four-wicket haul from Noor Ahmed and a sensational powerplay spell by Khaleel Ahmed helped Chennai Super Kings restrict Mumbai Indians to 155/9 in 20 overs during their highly-anticipated Indian Premier League campaign opener at Chepauk Stadium on Sunday. IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK A 51-run stand between skipper Suryakumar …

CSK vs MI: Rohit falls for a duck in his first IPL 2025 match; Ashwin strikes in opening over on his return
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CSK vs MI: Rohit falls for a duck in his first IPL 2025 match; Ashwin strikes in opening over on his return

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma’s return to IPL 2025 didn’t go as planned, as he was dismissed for a duck in Mumbai Indians’ clash against Chennai Super Kings. Mumbai Indians suffer three setbacks in powerplay vs CSK Rohit was dismissed by Khaleel Ahmed as Shivam Dube took the catch at the short mid-wicket. Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, …

Suryakumar's Mumbai Indians asked to bat first by CSK at Chennai as Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar face former team
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Suryakumar's Mumbai Indians asked to bat first by CSK at Chennai as Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar face former team

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Suryakumar Yadav’s Mumbai Indians have been put in to bat first by Chennai Super Kings in Chennai. The match sees Mitchell Santner and Deepak Chahar facing their former team, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the contest. CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed that the team’s four overseas players on the night are Noor Ahmad, Nathan Ellis, Rachin Ravindra and …

SRH unleash mayhem on IPL 2025 arrival with league's second-highest total; All major records from blitzkrieg vs RR
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SRH unleash mayhem on IPL 2025 arrival with league's second-highest total; All major records from blitzkrieg vs RR

Hindustan Times  

Sunrisers Hyderabad unleashed a brutal assault on Rajasthan Royals, racking up a staggering 286/6 in 20 overs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday. Sunrisers Hyderabad's Travis Head celebrates after scoring fifty runs as batting partner Sunrisers Hyderabad's Ishan Kishan congratulates Their carnage, along with Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s quick cameos, left RR bowlers gasping, with Jofra …

IPL 2025: Kishan makes memorable debut in Orange, powers SRH to 286/6 against RR
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IPL 2025: Kishan makes memorable debut in Orange, powers SRH to 286/6 against RR

Hindustan Times  

Hyderabad, : A memorable century by wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan on his debut in Orange colours and a half-century by Travis Head helped Sunrisers Hyderabad start off from where they left last season, posting a massive 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals at the home ground of Uppal Stadium on Sunday. IPL 2025: Kishan makes memorable debut in Orange, powers SRH to 286/6 …

Virat Kohli teased in RCB dressing room for dance with Shah Rukh Khan after win vs KKR: 'Footwork was good because...'
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Virat Kohli teased in RCB dressing room for dance with Shah Rukh Khan after win vs KKR: 'Footwork was good because...'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli delivered yet another chasing masterclass under lights, crafting a sublime unbeaten half-century as Royal Challengers Bengaluru dismantled Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL opener. Dinesh Karthik reminded Virat Kohli of his dance with Shah Rukh Khan His 30-ball fifty, laced with three sixes and four fours, ensured there were no hiccups as RCB sealed the chase in just …

SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Harshal Patel standout performers as SunRisers register 44-run win
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SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Harshal Patel standout performers as SunRisers register 44-run win

Hindustan Times  

SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: SunRisers Hyderabad came out on top in the six-hitting fest against Rajasthan Royals as they won the IPL 2025 contest by 44 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Earlier, Ishan Kishan's unbeaten 106-run knock off 47 balls helped SunRisers Hyderabad post the second-highest total in the history of the Indian Premier League. Earlier, …

SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Harshal Patel standout performers as SunRisers register 44-run win
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SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Harshal Patel standout performers as SunRisers register 44-run win

Hindustan Times  

SRH vs RR Highlights, IPL 2025: SunRisers Hyderabad came out on top in the six-hitting fest against Rajasthan Royals as they won the IPL 2025 contest by 44 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Earlier, Ishan Kishan's unbeaten 106-run knock off 47 balls helped SunRisers Hyderabad post the second-highest total in the history of the Indian Premier League. Earlier, …

CSK vs MI Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians set for 'flexible' batting
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CSK vs MI Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians set for 'flexible' batting

India Today  

Mumbai Indians face a tough challenge as they take on the Chennai Super Kings in Match No. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings will be eager to bounce back after missing out on a playoff spot last season. With Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, and Vijay Shankar in …

Shah Rukh Khan had to 'ask for applause': Kolkata blasted for 'lacking energy', Disha Patani's thirst trap criticised
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Shah Rukh Khan had to 'ask for applause': Kolkata blasted for 'lacking energy', Disha Patani's thirst trap criticised

Hindustan Times  

Cricket fans were left disappointed on Saturday at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, as the IPL 2025 opening ceremony didn’t meet their expectations. But her performance was short-lived for fans watching it on television as it was cut short by the broadcasters to focus on the season opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Disha Patani and Shah …

SRH vs RR Match Preview, IPL 2025: Riyan faces fiery Hyderabad in captaincy debut
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SRH vs RR Match Preview, IPL 2025: Riyan faces fiery Hyderabad in captaincy debut

India Today  

Sunrisers Hyderabad will welcome Rajasthan Royals to the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 23. The Royals lost both the matches they went up against the Sunrisers in IPL 2024, with the first one being a final over thriller. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule For Rajasthan, they have undergone some changes with long-time …

IPL 2025: Fan jumps barricades to meet Virat Kohli, BCCI Vice President reacts
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IPL 2025: Fan jumps barricades to meet Virat Kohli, BCCI Vice President reacts

India Today  

BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla reacted to a video of fan jumping the fences to meet Virat Kohli during the opening game of Indian Premier League 2025 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders. During the second innings of the match, a fan was seen breaching the security and entering the playing area to meet Virat Kohli. IPL 2025 …

IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR
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IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in IPL 2025 opener. The turning point came when RCB’s Krunal Pandya took three important wickets in the middle overs, which shifted the game in RCB’s favour. For his impressive and game changing spell of 3⃣/2⃣9⃣, Krunal Pandya bagged the Player of the Match award that helped #RCB register a …

Virat Kohli steals the show in IPL 2025 opener: Dance with SRK, gun with bat, God for fans
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1 day, 10 hours ago

Virat Kohli steals the show in IPL 2025 opener: Dance with SRK, gun with bat, God for fans

India Today  

"The old generation is still here, still ready to play the game. We are here to create memories," said Virat Kohli while speaking with Shah Rukh Khan ahead of the Indian Premier League opener on Saturday. King Khan King Kohli When two kings meet, the stage is bound to be set on fire #TATAIPL 2025 opening ceremony graced with Bollywood …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR
1 day, 11 hours ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru got their campaign in the Indian Premier League 2025 off to a winning start, beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 wickets on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. After being put in to bat first, KKR posted 174/7 in their allotted 20 overs as captain Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a brilliant half-century. IPL …

IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR
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1 day, 14 hours ago

IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli was seen guiding Rajat Patidar on his captaincy debut in the opening game of the Indian Premier League 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Patidar won the first toss of the IPL 2025 and opted to bowl first as Josh Hazlewood vindicated his captain’s decision by dismissing …

Ajinkya Rahane goes berserk on KKR captaincy debut with six-hitting madness against RCB, gives mouth-shutting reply
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Ajinkya Rahane goes berserk on KKR captaincy debut with six-hitting madness against RCB, gives mouth-shutting reply

Hindustan Times  

Ajinkya Rahane led from the front as his blitz for the Kolkata Knight Riders in the powerplay overs put Royal Challengers Bengaluru on the backfoot in the Indian Premier League 2025 opener at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Rahane's onslaught also enabled Sunil Narine at the other end, as he took a liking to left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya. On the other …

KKR vs RCB: From hitting sixes to rolling his arms, Rinku Singh can do it all!
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KKR vs RCB: From hitting sixes to rolling his arms, Rinku Singh can do it all!

Live Mint  

In this year’s Indian Premier League season, all eyes will be on explosive middle-order batsman Rinku Singh. However, ahead of the season opener later tonight against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens, Singh seems to have an ace up his sleeve. See the video here: While this was but a light-hearted video and it is unlikely KKR will deploy Rinku …

If RCB don't do well, will see where captain Patidar stands: Harbhajan Singh
1 day, 18 hours ago

If RCB don't do well, will see where captain Patidar stands: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Rajat Patidar’s captaincy future at Royal Challengers Bengaluru could be uncertain if the team underperforms in IPL 2025. RCB say that they have made Patidar captain for 5 seasons, but if they don't perform well this season, we'll have to see where Patidar stands," he added. IPL 2025 KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025, Kolkata …

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today
1 day, 19 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today

Live Mint  

Royal Challlengers Bengaluru are all set to play in their first match of the IPL 2025 where they will face off against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens. RCB squad: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Swastik Chikara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Philip Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh …

KKR vs RCB, Kolkata pitch, weather report IPL 2025: Washout or thriller on cards?
1 day, 23 hours ago

KKR vs RCB, Kolkata pitch, weather report IPL 2025: Washout or thriller on cards?

India Today  

It's time for the grand opening match of IPL 2025 with 2 of the founding members of the tournament locking horns. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Eden Gardens pitch report When it comes to the Eden Gardens, we can always expect a high-scoring game. KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Kolkata …

KKR vs RCB: Who’ll win today’s Kolkata vs Bengaluru IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens? AI predictions, fantasy team, more
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2 days ago

KKR vs RCB: Who’ll win today’s Kolkata vs Bengaluru IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens? AI predictions, fantasy team, more

Live Mint  

Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will clash in IPL 2025 today. KKR vs RCB: AI Prediction Let’s see what AI is predicting about today’s KKR vs RCB opening match at IPL 2025. Unless RCB post a big score or Kohli pulls off a classic, I’d say… Kolkata Knight Riders to win a close opener.” Google Gemini predicts, “KKR …

KKR vs RCB Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Salt-Kohli open, but RCB fret over spin options
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2 days, 3 hours ago

KKR vs RCB Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Salt-Kohli open, but RCB fret over spin options

India Today  

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders look like a confident unit going into the opener of the Indian Premier League 2025. KKR have a settled line-up and their tried-and-tested 8-over spin block as they prepare for the first match of the season at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Two KKR players who were part of the title-winning side - Phil …

Chennai Super Kings lean on spin strength against depleted Mumbai Indians in their IPL opener
2 days, 5 hours ago

Chennai Super Kings lean on spin strength against depleted Mumbai Indians in their IPL opener

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chennai Super Kings will lean on their formidable spin strength under favourable conditions at the Chepauk as well as recent record against Mumbai Indians sans Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, when the two sides face each other in their Indian Premier League campaign opener here on Sunday. Five-time winners CSK augmented their spin attack in the IPL mega auction …

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB
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2 days, 5 hours ago

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders’ new captain, the experienced Ajinkya Rahane, wasted no time proving his critics wrong, delivering a sensational batting performance in KKR’s IPL 2025 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Score and Updates Rahane’s aggressive strokeplay saw him dominate bowlers like Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, and even Yash Dayal—RCB’s more reliable pacer. …

KKR vs RCB Match Preview, IPL 2025: Eden prepares for battle of contrasting DNAs
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2 days, 5 hours ago

KKR vs RCB Match Preview, IPL 2025: Eden prepares for battle of contrasting DNAs

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru meet Kolkata Knight Riders in the opener of the Indian Premier League's 2025 season. While the first meeting was a heated one, owing to Virat Kohli's controversial dismissal against Harshit Rana, RCB were blown away in the second encounter as KKR chased down 183 runs in just 16.5 overs at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. IPL …

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan arrives in Kolkata ahead of KKR vs RCB match
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2 days, 11 hours ago

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan arrives in Kolkata ahead of KKR vs RCB match

Live Mint  

On Friday night, superstar Shah Rukh Khan reached Kolkata as he will be attending the opening ceremony of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens. Shah Rukh Khan at Kolkata The match brings back memories of 2008's inaugural game, where Brendon McCullum of KKR hit a record 158 runs against RCB. KKR team This year's KKR squad includes: Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener
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2 days, 20 hours ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener

India Today  

Virat Kohli is set to become only the third batter to score 1000 or more runs in the Indian Premier League against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Delhi-born Kohli has a chance to touch the 1000-run mark when RCB lock horns with the Knights in the opening match of IPL 2025 on Saturday, March 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens …

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Welcome ‘HITMAN’ Rohit Sharma With Special Video — WATCH
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4 days, 3 hours ago

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Welcome ‘HITMAN’ Rohit Sharma With Special Video — WATCH

ABP News  

Cricket fans are buzzing with excitement ahead of the Indian Premier League season 2025. Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in the league, announced the arrival of the Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma in style. Mumbai Indians dropped a special video on their official social media handles, announcing the arrival of the ‘HITMAN.’ Notably, Mumbai Indians will …

Uthappa's big all-guns blazing prediction for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: ‘They’ll smash living daylights…'
4 days, 4 hours ago

Uthappa's big all-guns blazing prediction for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: ‘They’ll smash living daylights…'

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has predicted that Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star Virat Kohli and Mumbai Indians' swashbuckling opener Rohit Sharma will have a great IPL season in the 18th edition. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will enter the tournament with boosted morale after winning the Champions Trophy for India. Uthappa, who has played for both MI and RCB in …

Hardik, Bumrah Out: MI's Predicted Playing 11 For CSK Opener
4 days, 17 hours ago

Hardik, Bumrah Out: MI's Predicted Playing 11 For CSK Opener

ABP News  

The 18th season of the Indian Premier League, the biggest T20 tournament in the world, begins on Saturday onwards. Mumbai Indians' IPL 2025 campaign kicks off against Chennai Super Kings on March 23, but they will be without two key players-captain Hardik Pandya and star pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Hardik's suspension & Bumrah's absence Premier all-rounder Hardik Pandya will miss MI's …

RR's record signing might not play a single match in IPL 2025: 'I'm not sure if we will use him...'
4 days, 20 hours ago

RR's record signing might not play a single match in IPL 2025: 'I'm not sure if we will use him...'

Hindustan Times  

As the Indian Premier League 2025 season approaches, Rajasthan Royals have provided an update on their prized teenage acquisition, Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The 13-year-old prodigy made headlines last year when he became the youngest player in IPL history to be signed at an auction, with RR securing his services for a staggering INR 1.10 crore. Despite his remarkable rise, RR’s batting …

Rajat Patidar on mission to end Virat Kohli, RCB fans' long wait: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru can fare in IPL 2025
4 days, 20 hours ago

Rajat Patidar on mission to end Virat Kohli, RCB fans' long wait: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru can fare in IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru raised a few eyebrows due to the names that they chose to first retain and then not really bid for in the 2025 Indian Premier League mega auction. Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar with teammate Virat Kohli and other players during a practice session ahead of the IPL 2025 tournament, at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, …

Hardik Pandya Names Stand-In Captain For MI's Opening Clash vs CSK
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4 days, 21 hours ago

Hardik Pandya Names Stand-In Captain For MI's Opening Clash vs CSK

ABP News  

MI captain announced for MI vs CSK IPL 2025 match: The Indian Premier League 2025 season begins on March 22, with Mumbai Indians set to play their first match against Chennai Super Kings on March 23. With regular captain Hardik Pandya unavailable for the opener, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team in his absence in Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super …

IPL 2025: Batting positions of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer revealed ahead of new season
4 days, 23 hours ago

IPL 2025: Batting positions of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer revealed ahead of new season

Firstpost  

With IPL 2025 approaching, the batting roles of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer have been confirmed. The batting positions for Indian middle-order stalwarts, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul, have been confirmed days ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League’s 2025 season. KL Rahul was purchased by Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore while Punjab Kings spent Rs 26.75 …

IPL 2025 countdown | Knight Riders have the class and balance to do an encore
5 days, 11 hours ago

IPL 2025 countdown | Knight Riders have the class and balance to do an encore

The Hindu  

Even after the exit of its title-winning captain Sheyas Iyer and mentor Gautam Gambhir, defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders has stuck to its winning formula, relying on its core group of players while embarking on the challenging quest of retaining its Indian Premier League crown. The Knight Riders have left no stone unturned in the build-up to the tournament by …

IPL 2025: What’s Rajat Patidar’s biggest challenge? AB de Villiers reveals RCB captain’s ‘insecurity’ & steps to combat
5 days, 16 hours ago

IPL 2025: What’s Rajat Patidar’s biggest challenge? AB de Villiers reveals RCB captain’s ‘insecurity’ & steps to combat

Live Mint  

The biggest challenge for Rajat Patidar would be to battle with his own 'insecurities' as the captain of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025, felt former South African cricketer AB de Villiers. After Faf du Plessis left RCB last year, rumours were rife that Virat Kohli might return as the RCB skipper in IPL 2025. AB de Villiers, who …

Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck
5 days, 18 hours ago

Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck

Hindustan Times  

By Amlan Chakraborty Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck NEW DELHI, - Team balance and Virat Kohli's reassuring presence in the top order have convinced AB de Villiers that his former club Royal Challengers Bengaluru can win their maiden Indian Premier League title this year. "I really think they made some incredibly good moves in the auction," …

Five uncapped buys to look out for in IPL 2025
6 days ago

Five uncapped buys to look out for in IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : The Indian Premier League has given the world cricket, Indian cricket in particular, plenty of its modern-day superstars, who once started their journeys as rookies playing for their clubs and states. Five uncapped buys to look out for in IPL 2025 This IPL would not be different as plenty of uncapped talent is a part of it …

Phil Salt hits Virat Kohli on head as RCB stars banter ahead of IPL 2025: ‘He literally got whiplashed looking…’
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6 days, 3 hours ago

Phil Salt hits Virat Kohli on head as RCB stars banter ahead of IPL 2025: ‘He literally got whiplashed looking…’

Hindustan Times  

The new season of IPL is about to kickstart, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru superstar Virat Kohli has already started getting along with the new recruits at the franchise. RCB have now recruited an almost fresh squad for the IPL 2025 with three retentions from last season - Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal. Kohli, the senior-most player in the squad, …

Honoured to captain KKR, ready for the challenge that lies ahead: Ajinkya Rahane
6 days, 5 hours ago

Honoured to captain KKR, ready for the challenge that lies ahead: Ajinkya Rahane

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane has said that it’s an honour for him to lead the team in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. The veteran cricketer was appointed as the new skipper after Shreyas Iyer, who led them to their third IPL title in 2024, decided not to get retained by the team ahead of the mega auction. …

Virat Kohli: Rajat Patidar will lead RCB for a long time
6 days, 13 hours ago

Virat Kohli: Rajat Patidar will lead RCB for a long time

The Hindu  

Indian superstar Virat Kohli has backed newly-appointed Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar to lead the side for a long time. He has got everything that is required,” Kohli said in his address to RCB’s loyal fans at the team’s Unbox event on Monday. READ: IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals announces Faf du Plessis as vice-captain RCB have never won the …

Captain Rishabh Pant vows to back his players to the hilt ahead of IPL 2025
6 days, 18 hours ago

Captain Rishabh Pant vows to back his players to the hilt ahead of IPL 2025

India Today  

India wicketkeeper batter and Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant is ready to back his players to the hilt in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. It is not just the management, I think it is because of the players we can create that environment," said Pant in a video shared by LSG on their X handle. Furthermore, Pant also …

Why Virat Kohli declined RCB captaincy for IPL 2025? Jitesh Sharma makes big reveal before KKR clash
6 days, 23 hours ago

Why Virat Kohli declined RCB captaincy for IPL 2025? Jitesh Sharma makes big reveal before KKR clash

Live Mint  

After the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction took place in Saudi Arabia last year in November, one of the pertinent questions that arose was who would lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 18th edition of the cash-rich league. Wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, who was signed by RCB during IPL 2025 mega auction, revealed what might have transpired for Virat Kohli …

Virat Kohli's reason for declining RCB captaincy speculated ahead of IPL 2025: 'Got to know about Rajat Patidar when...'
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1 week ago

Virat Kohli's reason for declining RCB captaincy speculated ahead of IPL 2025: 'Got to know about Rajat Patidar when...'

Hindustan Times  

Rumours were rife that Virat Kohli is all set to return as the captain of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2025, after the franchise failed to acquire a replacement for Faf du Plessis, who was released ahead of the mega auction. Virat Kohli was rumoured to return as RCB captain in IPL 2025 Speaking on the CricXtasy podcast ahead …

Virat Kohli makes heartwarming plea to RCB fans ahead of IPL 2025 season
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Virat Kohli makes heartwarming plea to RCB fans ahead of IPL 2025 season

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Virat Kohli makes heartwarming plea to RCB fans ahead of IPL 2025 season Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli took centre stage and asked the fans to show some love for the new skipper Rajat Patidar ahead of the IPL 2025. The new season of the IPL kicks off with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli addresses fans at RCB Unbox, makes special Rajat Patidar request
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IPL 2025: Virat Kohli addresses fans at RCB Unbox, makes special Rajat Patidar request

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The Royal Challengers Bangalore conducted their Unboxing event on Monday, March 15, ahead of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League. During the proceedings, Virat Kohli addressed the RCB fans and made a special request. He has got everything that it requires," Virat Kohli said at the RCB Unbox event. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL …

IPL 2025: KKR suffer huge blow as Umran Malik ruled out, defending champions rope in Chetan Sakariya as replacement
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IPL 2025: KKR suffer huge blow as Umran Malik ruled out, defending champions rope in Chetan Sakariya as replacement

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Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a huge blow ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 after pacer Umran Malik was ruled out of the upcoming edition due to an injury. Having made his IPL debut in 2021, Umran Malik played just three games for two wickets in his maiden season. However, his form dipped in the next two seasons, …

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