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Bengaluru, Apr 5 (PTI) Tim David, skipper Rajat Patidar and Devdutt Padikkal went ballistic with marauding knocks, powering Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an imposing 250 for 3 against Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match here on Sunday. Padikkal (50, 29 balls) and David (70 off 25b) gave a complete towelling to the clueless Super Kings bowlers in an exhibition of mind-blowing range-hitting. Not to be left far behind was skipper Rajat Patidar, who smashed an unbeaten 48 off 19 balls. The car ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): Explosive knocks from Tim David, Devdutt Padikkal and skipper Rajat Patidar helped defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) put up a massive 250/3 against five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at M Chinnaswamy Stadium at Sunday. Put to field first, Virat Kohli (28 in 18 balls, with two fours and a six) and Phil Salt (46 in 30 balls, with three fours and two sixes) could not capitalise on their starts, but massive bursts of aggre ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 'Southern Derby' of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2026, on Sunday at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. After winning the toss, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said that the wicket looks like a high-scoring one. He also noted that MS Dhoni is recovering and may play soon, and expressed confidence in the team. He confirmed the sam ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Five-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have won the toss and elected to bowl first against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their IPL 2026 game at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. RCB will be aiming to make it two out of two wins, while CSK will be keen to get off the mark in the points table. Both teams are fielding unchanged playing elevens for this marquee clash. "Obviously, high scoring ground. Looks like a good pitch, there's going to be some ru ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni remains the missing piece as Chennai Super Kings take (CSK) on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their much-anticipated IPL 2026 clash in Bengaluru. The high-voltage southern derby at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is set to grab attention, but CSK are coping without their iconic leader yet again.While RCB have entered the contest brimming with confidence after a strong opening win, CSK are under pressure following two consecutive defeats against Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Ki ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): The battle between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M Chinaswammy Stadium in Bengaluru is set to be a cracker of a contest, with both teams bringing contrasting approaches to powerplay, plenty of star power, fan banter and exciting match ups. Superstars like Virat Kohli, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sanju Samson, and Ruturaj Gaikwad will be among the players in focus during the mass ...Read More >
The TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has entered its second double header on Sunday, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be facing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a high-voltage clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB vs CSK match is one of the most watched game in IPL history, as the rivalry has been intense over the years. The RCB vs CSK match have seen some of the best cricketers in action, with Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni captaining their sides and having an on-field rivalry ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): The battle between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M Chinaswammy Stadium in Bengaluru is set to be a cracker of a contest, with both teams bringing contrasting approaches to powerplay, plenty of star power, fan banter and exciting match ups. Superstars like Virat Kohli, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sanju Samson, and Ruturaj Gaikwad will be among the players in focus during the mass ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): Virat Kohli has opened up about why Indian Premier League (IPL) matches between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are always charged with extraordinary energy and competitive spirit. Speaking in a video clip shared by Star Sports on Instagram, Kohli explained that the intensity of the encounters stems not only from on-field rivalries but also from passionate fan support. Notably, the video, ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI): Virat Kohli has opened up about why Indian Premier League (IPL) matches between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are always charged with extraordinary energy and competitive spirit. Speaking in a video clip shared by Star Sports on Instagram, Kohli explained that the intensity of the encounters stems not only from on-field rivalries but also from passionate fan support. Notably, the video, ...Read More >
All eyes were on the Chennai man at the centre of the RCB dressing room. Dinesh Karthik, straddling two worlds as broadcaster and late-career professional cricketer, broke into an evocative post-game speech. "We all know how proud our franchise is and how our fans are... and we gave them a treat to watch. Also, you've got to understand the gravity of this game..." Karthik was talking at the close of a match that sliced through the haze of fours and sixes that was IPL 2024. The clock had ticked ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are riding high on confidence after kicking off their IPL 2026 campaign with a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Now, an exciting southern derby between RCB and Chennai Super Kings is on the cards - undoubtedly a marquee clash.While RCB head into the contest on the back of a victory, CSK arrive with two consecutive defeats, against Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings.Are CSK missing Mahendra Singh Dhoni? Is his abs ...Read More >
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings in their second league match of IPL 2026 on Sunday, April 5, in Bengaluru. After kicking off their IPL title defence with a dominating win by 6 wickets over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the first match of IPL 2026 on March 28, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Chennai Super Kings in their second league match of the ongoing season on Sunday, April 5. The match between the two star-studd ...Read More >
BENGALURU: The southern derby between RCB and CSK has long been one of the IPL's marquee contests. Of the 35 meetings between the two sides, CSK have won 21 but the narrative shifted last season when RCB, en route their maiden title, completed a double over the five-time champions, a commanding 50-run win in Chennai followed by a thrilling two-run victory at home.The shift in results has mirrored a change in fortunes. RCB, rebuilt around performance and analytics, finally broke their title droug ...Read More >
Bengaluru, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will aim to build on a strong start to their title defence when they face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the second game of Sunday's Indian Premier League (IPL) double-header at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB began their campaign on a positive note with a convincing home win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Opting to field first, they kept the visitors in check at 201, with Jacob Duffy and Romario Shepherd playing ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma on Saturday said the defending champions tag is "irrelevant" as the team focuses on chasing the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 title. Speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of RCB's clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Sharma quoted RCB director of cricket Mo Bobat, saying, "Frankly speaking, it is irrelevant. As our director of cricket, Mo Bobat, said, we are not de ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star batter Virat Kohli has brushed off jokes about the team fielding five overseas players during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. After India's last ODI series in January, Kohli took a break and has been living with his family in London to stay away from the constant spotlight in India. Also Read | Rawalpindi Pindiz vs Islamabad United, PSL 2026 Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast. In a video ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 4 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star batter Virat Kohli has brushed off jokes about the team fielding five overseas players during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. After India's last ODI series in January, Kohli took a break and has been living with his family in London to stay away from the constant spotlight in India. In a video shared by the RCB on social media, Kohli shared a light-hearted moment during an interaction with come ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 4 (ANI): Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer landed in trouble again as he has been fined Rs 24 lakhs after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. This marks PBKS's second offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate violations. As a result, Iyer faced a heavi ...Read More >
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar has named veteran Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Rohit Sharma as the greatest captain in IPL history. The 32-year-old shared his pick in a video shared by Cricbuzz on Thursday, April 2. Rohit, who led Mumbai Indians from 2013 to 2023, won 89 matches as captain and guided the team to five titles in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020. Meanwhile, for the best batter, Patidar named Virat Kohli, who remains the leading run-scorer in the tournament's ...Read More >
Krunal Pandya believes the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp feels far more settled this season, with players operating with greater clarity around their roles, a shift he attributes to the stability and belief gained after the franchise's maiden Indian Premier League title triumph in 2025. Speaking on the RCB Podcast, Pandya credited captain Rajat Patidar for fostering a composed and structured environment while reiterating that a return to India colours remains his foremost personal goal. RCB ...Read More >
Anushka Sharma's no-makeup, easy-breezy look and Virat Kohli's viral flying kiss moment stole the spotlight during the RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 match in Bengaluru. Anushka Sharma brought effortless charm and understated style to the stands as she cheered for husband Virat Kohli during the high-energy clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. As the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) took on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League 2026, it wasn't just cricket fever gripping the ...Read More >
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's playing XI for 2026 could see the the defending champions sticking to their winning formula, with Rajat Patidar leading a squad that balances veteran experience with high-impact power hitters. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the 2026 season as defending champions for the first time in their history. Following their historic maiden title win in 2025, the franchise has retained the core of the squad that won the tournament rather than a massive overhaul. Unde ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 12 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season as defending champions, aiming to win back-to-back titles, but the former India captain Anil Kumble believes that it may not be easy for the Rajat Patidar-led side. Speaking on JioHotstar, Anil Kumble highlighted the hurdles Rajat Patidar will face as the captain of the defending champions. "It's not going to be easy for Rajat Patidar's RCB to win back-to-back titles. Only ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former India captain Anil Kumble said Rajat Patidar will face a stern test in leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to successive Indian Premier League (IPL) titles, saying that the expectations will be on a high after last season's breakthrough triumph. Patidar took over from Faf du Plessis as RCB's captain ahead of the 2025 season and led the side to their first-ever trophy win in Ahmedabad. With RCB set to open their IPL 2026 season against Sunrisers Hydera ...Read More >
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured Venkatesh Iyer for seven crore rupees and Jacob Duffy for two crore rupees at the IPL Auction 2026. These acquisitions aim to strengthen the team as they enter the 2026 season as defending champions. The franchise focused on selective buys to maintain their title-winning core. Royal Challengers Bengaluru stepped into the IPL Auction 2026 in Abu Dhabi with a relatively tight purse, following a season of calculated releases aimed at fine-tuning a title-winning ...Read More >
Star Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Mangesh Yadav (23) was snapped up by the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday for Rs 5.2 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi. He is coming off a 12-ball 28-run knock and a two-wicket haul against Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Notably, Mangesh made his domestic debut for Madhya Pradesh on Sunday, December 14, against Jharkhand. He went for 47 runs in his four overs but dismissed Rajandeep Singh as well. Mangesh is yet to ...Read More >
Royal Challengers Bengaluru may be the defending champions, but the franchise still has a few gaps to address ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction. RCB head into the auction with a purse of just over ₹16 crore, having trimmed their title-winning squad to allow for smart, targeted additions rather than major changes. Before the RCB management makes its picks from the auction pool, former RCB captain and JioStar expert, Anil Kumble, spoke exclusively to CNN-News18, where he shared his thoughts on ...Read More >
Ambi (Pune), Dec 16 (PTI) Out-of-favour India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer made an impactful half-century for Madhya Pradesh but couldn't stop Punjab from winning the inconsequential Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Super League Group A tie by two wickets here on Tuesday. Interestingly, Venkatesh's knock came hours before he was set to go under the hammer at the mini IPL auction in Abu Dhabi. With Venkatesh in full flow at the top, the soon-to-be 31 scored a 43-ball 70 studded with eight boundaries and t ...Read More >
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are in a purple patch at the moment. The defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) are in an excellent position to further their stronghold over the league with a few smart buys at the 2026 auction. RCB have also been boosted by the reported return of top-level cricket to the Chinnaswamy Stadium. With most of their first XI being settled already, Bengaluru will just need to acquire a few quality backups to fill out their talented roster. Playe ...Read More >
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