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 new skipper for the 2022 season. Although, he remained the frontrunner for the post, franchise Director of Cricket Mike Hesson revealed the logic behind picking Du Plessis as the new captain. Dinesh Karthik; Faf du Plessis; Glenn Maxwell Since Du Plessis' signing last month at the mega auction, he emerged as the strongest candidate for the role amid competition from Glenn Maxwell, who was retained by RCB, and veteran Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik, who as well was picked in the auction, for INR 5.5 crore.

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RCB Director of Cricket dissects Virat Kohli’s batting template for IPL 2025: ‘Got no doubt that he’ll want to…’
5 days, 14 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, …

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 …

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 …

Not KL Rahul or du Plessis, DC co-owner offers new name for captaincy role in IPL 2025
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Not KL Rahul or du Plessis, DC co-owner offers new name for captaincy role in IPL 2025

India TV News  

Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal hinted at an unexpected name for the captaincy role in IPL 2025 on Wednesday. After successful buys at the IPL mega auction 2025, the fans are speculating about KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis' names for potential captain but the DC co-owner pushed for Axar Patel's name for the role. When asked about a captaincy …

Excited to add some value to the team: Faf on joining Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2025
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Excited to add some value to the team: Faf on joining Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former South Africa cricketer Faf du Plessis reflected on his recent move to Delhi Capitals ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 season and said that he is excited to add value to the franchise. Excited to add some value to the team: Faf on joining Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2025 South African veteran Faf Du …

Faf du Plessis bids goodbye to RCB with an emotional message after IPL auction
4 weeks ago

Faf du Plessis bids goodbye to RCB with an emotional message after IPL auction

India Today  

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis bid adieu to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru with an emotional message on Instagram. In a heartfelt note, Du Plessis bid farewell to the franchise and expressed his gratitude to his RCB teammates, loyals fans and the team management. Even during the IPL 2025 mega auction, RCB did not exercise their Right to Match …

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 …

IPL Auction: RCB continue be RTM shy, miss Faf du Plessis at Rs 2 crore
1 month ago

IPL Auction: RCB continue be RTM shy, miss Faf du Plessis at Rs 2 crore

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued to snub their former players in the Indian Premier League mega auction. RCB AT IPL AUCTION 2025: FULL LIST OF SOLD PLAYERS Josh Hazlewood : Base Price ₹2,00,00,000, Winning Bid ₹12,50,00,000, Capped. Phil Salt : Base Price ₹2,00,00,000, Winning Bid ₹11,50,00,000, Capped. Liam Livingstone : Base Price ₹2,00,00,000, Winning Bid ₹8,75,00,000, Capped. Krunal Pandya : Base …

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 2025 Auction: Three players Punjab Kings can target as captain
1 month ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Three players Punjab Kings can target as captain

The Hindu  

Punjab Kings only retained uncapped batters Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 auction, and will ahead into the bidding on Sunday with a keen eye on securing the services of a captain. Here are three players PBKS could potentially sign in the auction as captain: KL Rahul Rahul has previously captained Punjab Kings, in …

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 …

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: 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. …

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 …

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 …

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 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 …

Hardik Pandya Returns as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya Returns as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai Indians have confirmed Hardik Pandya as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The five-time champions will return to the tournament with a new coach in Mahela Jayawardene. Hardik, who endured a difficult season as captain this year, is eager to turn things around and lead the team to its sixth IPL title.

Hardik Pandya Back as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya Back as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai Indians have confirmed Hardik Pandya as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The five-time champions will return to the tournament with a new coach in Mahela Jayawardene. Hardik, who endured a difficult season as captain this year, is eager to turn things around and lead the team to its sixth IPL title.

MI Retains Core of Indian Stars in 2025 IPL Retention
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MI Retains Core of Indian Stars in 2025 IPL Retention

India Today  

Mumbai Indians have retained all five key players from their 2024 IPL season in Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Varma. This decision will cost them a minimum of INR 75 crore from their INR 120 crore purse, possibly more depending on negotiations. Hardik's return as captain is a major boost for MI, who are looking …

RCB Captain Virat Kohli Returns? Rumors Circulate
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

RCB Captain Virat Kohli Returns? Rumors Circulate

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli could return as captain for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the upcoming IPL season. The franchise is looking for a new captain after Faf du Plessis turned 40 earlier this year. Kohli seems like the favourite to take over the captaincy role, with the franchise planning to hold a mega auction at the end of November to …

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 …

IPL Retention: Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and other top players who are likely to be released into auction pool
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

IPL Retention: Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and other top players who are likely to be released into auction pool

Firstpost  

Ahead of the IPL retention deadline, several top players are likely to be released by their respective franchises. Rishabh Pant's future with the Delhi Capitals remains uncertain, with his cryptic post hinting at a possible departure. KL Rahul's chances of staying with Lucknow Super Giants appear highly unlikely, despite their cordial relationship. Shreyas Iyer's retention by the Kolkata Knight Riders …

IPL 2025 Auction: Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul & Other Big Names Facing Possible Release
3 months ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul & Other Big Names Facing Possible Release

ABP News  

Preparations for Indian Premier League 2025 have begun, and the BCCI is expected to announce the retention policy soon. Faf du Plessis: Royal Challengers Bengaluru has yet to secure an IPL title, but the franchise enjoys a fan following that outnumbers many other teams. Rohit Sharma: Five-time IPL winner Rohit Sharma is likely to be released by Mumbai Indians before …

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 …

Virat Kohli reflects on RCB's journey in IPL 2024: Played for our own self-respect
7 months ago

Virat Kohli reflects on RCB's journey in IPL 2024: Played for our own self-respect

India Today  

Virat Kohli reflected on RCB’s journey after the team crashed out of IPL 2024. And then, we just started expressing ourselves, started playing for our own self-respect and then the confidence came back,” Kohli said in a video uploaded on RCB’s social media handles. IPL 2024 Full Coverage | IPL 2024 Points Table and Standings | 2024 IPL Full Schedule …

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 …

IPL's final four were not tied down by past baggage
7 months ago

IPL's final four were not tied down by past baggage

Hindustan Times  

There may not be a better time to illustrate what unshackled leadership comes to yield in a grinding tournament like the Indian Premier League. His IPL average may have slumped to its lowest since 2014, but Faf du Plessis reveled in rallying around his bowlers while giving Virat Kohli the freedom to do his thing. Together, Head and Sharma have …

Virat Kohli tipped to break all-time IPL record in playoffs 2024 by Matthew Hayden: 'He is so committed'
7 months ago

Virat Kohli tipped to break all-time IPL record in playoffs 2024 by Matthew Hayden: 'He is so committed'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli has served a timely reminder to his critics about his T20 exploits in the ICC World Cup year. RCB icon Kohli has 708 runs in 14 games this season Kohli-starrer RCB side recorded six consecutive wins to enter the playoff stage of the IPL 2024. Kohli played an instrumental role in helping Faf du Plessis beat defending champions …

Du Plessis hails middle order as Bengaluru complete IPL playoff lineup
7 months ago

Du Plessis hails middle order as Bengaluru complete IPL playoff lineup

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI - Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis showered praise on the team's middle order after they grabbed the final playoff spot in the Indian Premier League following a stunning turnaround in the tournament. Du Plessis hails middle order as Bengaluru complete IPL playoff lineup A top-four finish looked like a distant dream for the star-studded squad after …

Faf du Plessis unfiltered on MS Dhoni's potential farewell ahead of CSK clash: 'People are talking about it for 6 years'
7 months ago

Faf du Plessis unfiltered on MS Dhoni's potential farewell ahead of CSK clash: 'People are talking about it for 6 years'

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings will clash in a virtual knock-out for the final playoff spot on Saturday. MS Dhoni with Faf du Plessis during IPL 2023 While RCB may be behind CSK in terms of net run rate and points, the momentum certainly seems to be with Faf du Plessis' men. RCB captain Faf du Plessis …

History-maker Virat Kohli becomes first player to achieve massive milestone in IPL for RCB against DC – India TV
7 months, 1 week ago

History-maker Virat Kohli becomes first player to achieve massive milestone in IPL for RCB against DC – India TV

India TV News  

Virat Kohli scripted history in the Indian Premier League on Sunday, May 2 as he became the fourth player in the tournament's history to play 250 matches and the only one to play all of them for just one team as he took the field for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru against the Delhi Capitals. Kohli became the fourth player after …

Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli take RCB to win over Titans after bowlers fire
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli take RCB to win over Titans after bowlers fire

Hindustan Times  

For the first six overs of Royal Challengers Bengaluru reply, the ball was travelling to all parts of the stadium. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's skipper Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli during the match against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League 2024. Irish left-arm seamer Josh Little, playing the season’s first match, was the only serious bowling option GT had …

Watch: Faf du Plessis closely shows the toss result to camera during RCB vs GT
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Faf du Plessis closely shows the toss result to camera during RCB vs GT

India Today  

Faf du Plessis closely showed the toss result to the camera during RCB's match against GT at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during IPL 2024. IPL 2024, RCB vs GT: Live Updates ðŸšè Toss Update ðŸšè Royal Challengers Bengaluru elect to field against Gujarat Titans. IPL 2024 Full Coverage | IPL 2024 Points Table and Standings | 2024 IPL Full Schedule …

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Faf hits fifty as Bengaluru outclass Gujarat
7 months, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Faf hits fifty as Bengaluru outclass Gujarat

Hindustan Times  

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans: Faf du Plessis smashed 64 runs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru outclassed Gujarat Titans to move to the 7th spot in the points table. Earlier, Gujarat Titans, preyed on by a sporting pitch, accurate Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowlers and their own inhibitions, laboured to a modest 147 all …

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Faf hits fifty as Bengaluru outclass Gujarat
7 months, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Faf hits fifty as Bengaluru outclass Gujarat

Hindustan Times  

IPL 2024, RCB vs GT IPL Highlights: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans: Faf du Plessis smashed 64 runs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru outclassed Gujarat Titans to move to the 7th spot in the points table. Earlier, Gujarat Titans, preyed on by a sporting pitch, accurate Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowlers and their own inhibitions, laboured to a modest 147 all …

IPL 2024: RCB's crucial win over GT keeps campaign alive
7 months, 3 weeks ago

IPL 2024: RCB's crucial win over GT keeps campaign alive

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Captain Faf du Plessis hit a 23-ball 64 while Virat Kolhi cracked 27-ball 42 to keep Royal Challengers Bengaluru's slim playoff chances alive in the ongoing IPL. Chasing 148 for victory against Gujarat Titans at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, Faf was dealing in boundaries as RCB accumulated an impressive 92 runs in the powerplay. Soon …

IPL Rising Star: Will Jacks steals Virat Kohli's thunder in six-a-thon against GT, stamping authority for RCB
7 months, 3 weeks ago

IPL Rising Star: Will Jacks steals Virat Kohli's thunder in six-a-thon against GT, stamping authority for RCB

India TV News  

It's not often that you are playing alongside Virat Kohli and you take the headlines with yourself. Kohli got his fifty in just 32 deliveries and was really in the mood, taking on the GT spin trio of Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad and R Sai Kishore like a champion and Jacks after a slow start too reached his fifty in …

IPL 2024: PBKS captain Sam Curran fined for dissent, Faf du Plessis penalised
8 months ago

IPL 2024: PBKS captain Sam Curran fined for dissent, Faf du Plessis penalised

India Today  

PBKS captain Sam Curran was fined 50 percent of his match fee for showing dissent to an umpire's decision during their defeat to Gujarat in an IPL 2024 match in Mullanpur. Curran admitted to the offence for a Level 1 Breach of IPL's Code of Conduct, the IPL said in a statement. "Curran committed a Level 1 offence under Article …

Frustrated Virat Kohli reacts after being given out in KKR vs RCB clash, thrashes dustbin
8 months ago

Frustrated Virat Kohli reacts after being given out in KKR vs RCB clash, thrashes dustbin

India TV News  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru lost their openers Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis early in the tough chase against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Sunday. Kohli kicked off RCB's innings by smashing two big sixes but was stunned by Harshit Rana's bouncer which triggered a big controversy at Eden Gardens. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI: Faf du Plessis, Virat …

Virat Kohli's former teammate tears into RCB as Bengaluru clash with KKR in IPL 2024: 'Can't spend that much cash...'
8 months ago

Virat Kohli's former teammate tears into RCB as Bengaluru clash with KKR in IPL 2024: 'Can't spend that much cash...'

Hindustan Times  

With six defeats in seven games, Faf du Plessis' Royal Challengers Bengaluru cannot afford any more slip-ups in the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League. As RCB squared off against free-scoring Kolkata Knight Riders in their away game at the Eden Gardens, former India pacer Varun Aaron issued a fresh warning to the struggling Royal Challengers on Sunday. Royal …

Former India skipper gives honest take on RCB's batting intent in record chase vs SRH: 'Lot of mistimed shots'
8 months, 1 week ago

Former India skipper gives honest take on RCB's batting intent in record chase vs SRH: 'Lot of mistimed shots'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik and Faf du Plessis put up a fight for Royal Challengers Bengaluru after the hosts were left with a mountain to climb against free-scoring Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League on Monday. Virat Kohli scored 42 while Faf du Plessis played a gritty knock of 62 against SRH Resetting their record total, SRH smashed the …

‘BCCI needs to enforce sale of RCB to a new owner’: Faf and Co's dismal show in IPL 2024 makes Mahesh Bhupathi furious
8 months, 1 week ago

‘BCCI needs to enforce sale of RCB to a new owner’: Faf and Co's dismal show in IPL 2024 makes Mahesh Bhupathi furious

Hindustan Times  

A change of colour - they replaced black with blue, a new name - Bangalore became Bengaluru, nothing could come to the rescue of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's skipper Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli Mathematically, they still have a chance of making it to playoffs. Disappointed by RCB's performance this year, which has seen them lose six …

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 vs SRH, IPL 2024: Bengaluru sweats on bowling against aggressive Hyderabad batting
8 months, 1 week ago

RCB vs SRH, IPL 2024: Bengaluru sweats on bowling against aggressive Hyderabad batting

The Hindu  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis has nowhere to turn. When RCB takes on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Monday, only an exceptional individual performance can save the home team from a fifth straight loss. RCB batters share as much blame as the bowlers, as Virat Kohli and co have failed to get the team …

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