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Virat Kohli expressed grief over the June 4 RCB victory celebration stampede that claimed 11 lives, calling it a heartbreak on what should have been a historic day.

RCB's Tragic Victory: Kohli Mourns Stampede & Vows Change

RCB Stampede Tragedy & Kohli's Response

Virat Kohli expressed grief over the June 4 RCB victory celebration stampede that claimed 11 lives, calling it a heartbreak on what should have been a historic day.

India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting superstar Virat Kohli has opened up about the June 4 stampede during his franchise's IPL victory celebrations here, saying "nothing in life really prepares you for the heartbreak" of 11 deaths on what should have been the happiest day for his side.
The tragic incident occurred when an estimated 2.5 lakh fans thronged the at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate RCB's maiden IPL title.
"Nothing in life really prepares you for a heartbreak like June 4th. What should&rsquo;ve been the happiest moment in our franchise's history...turned into something tragic," Kohli was quoted as saying by RCB on its 'X' handle.
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&ldquo;Nothing in life really prepares you for a heartbreak like June 4th. What should&rsquo;ve been the happiest moment in our franchise&rsquo;s history&hellip; turned into something tragic. I&rsquo;ve been thinking of and praying for the families of those we lost&hellip; and for our fans who were injured. Your&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/nsJrKDdKWB">pic.twitter.com/nsJrKDdKWB</a>
&mdash; Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/RCBTweets/status/1963097253691982283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"I've been thinking of and praying for the families of those we lost...and for our fans who were injured. Your loss is part of our story now. Together, we will move forward with care, respect and responsibility," he added in his first elaborate comment on the mishap that led to widespread criticism of the franchise as well.
An official inquiry into the incident attributed the chaos to the lack of proper clearances and the overwhelming crowd, which surged in response to social media invitations sent out by the franchise.
The police admitted to being grossly outnumbered to manage the turnout and RCB was held responsible in the probe for encouraging the fans to come out in numbers.
In the aftermath, RCB announced a compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of the deceased and pledged to take "meaningful action" in their memory.
It also launched a foundation, RCB Cares, which has promised to work closely with stadium authorities, sporting bodies and league partners to design better crowd management protocols.&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bengaluru achieves a $269 million valuation, surpassing CSK, as IPL's total business value increases by 12.9% to $18.5 billion.

RCB Surpasses CSK in IPL Franchise Valuation

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is now the most valuable IPL franchise at $269 million, dethroning Chennai Super Kings. The IPL's overall value also climbs by 12.9%.

RCB Overtakes CSK in Valuation Race

RCB surpasses CSK as top IPL franchise at $269M. IPL sees 12.9% growth, Mumbai Indians rank second, PBKS records highest growth.

The end of a 17-year drought has helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru propel the franchise's valuation to USD 269 million, and helped it dethrone Chennai Super Kings from the top spot, a report said on Tuesday.
The standalone valuation of the Board of Cricket Control India-promoted Indian Premier League (IPL) has jumped 13.8 per cent to USD 3.9 billion, the report by Houlihan Lokey, an investment bank, said.
The value of the IPL as a business has risen to USD 18.5 billion, up 12.9 per cent, the report said.
The Ambani family-run Mumbai Indians' valuation has surged to USD 242 million, which has helped the franchise become the second most valuable one.
A "disappointing" season made the India Cements' N Srinivasan-owned CSK slip to number 3 in 2025, from top spot in the year-ago period, with the brand valued at USD 235 million, it said.
Shah Rukh Khan's Kolkata Knight Riders secured the fourth place in brand value with USD 227 million, while Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) stood fifth with a valuation of USD 154 million.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) achieved the highest growth of 39.6 per cent in 2025, reaching USD 141.0 million and ranking ninth, largely due to their strong performance as runners-up under new captain Shreyas Iyer.
PBKS Chief Executive Satish Menon said the franchise saw IPL as a scalable business model with high visibility, secure revenue streams, and strong brand-building potential.
"We now operate with the mindset of a media-sport brand with multiple revenue verticals, not just a cricket team -- and that's where real profitability lies," he said, adding that they have now built the franchise into a sustainable sports business.
The investment bank's director for financial and valuation advisory, Harsh Talikoti, said franchise valuations have soared, media rights deals have reached record highs, and brand partnerships have diversified across sectors.
The report said the Tata Group extended its title-sponsorship commitment through 2028 in a lucrative five-year deal worth USD 300 million, while there was a 25 per cent jump at Rs 1,485 crore in the sale of four associate sponsorship slots given to My11Circle, Angel One, RuPay, and CEAT.

RCB preliminarily found responsible for the June 4 stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium after a sudden announcement led to overwhelming crowds.

RCB Held Responsible for Chinnaswamy Tragedy

The CAT finds RCB preliminarily responsible for the tragic stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident arose from a sudden parade announcement, overloading police resources.

The CAT has preliminarily held RCB accountable for the fatal stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium, noting their lack of necessary permissions and sudden announcement that overwhelmed police resources.

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) on Tuesday observed that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru are "prima facie responsible" for the stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4, which led to the death of 11 people.
Nearly 2.5 lakh fans thronged the MG Road and Cubbon Road areas near the stadium after RCB announced a victory parade from the Vidhana Soudha and a fan engagement programme at the stadium to celebrate the team's maiden IPL triumph.
"&hellip;therefore, prima facie it appears that the RCB is responsible for the gathering of about three to five lakh people. The RCB did not take the appropriate permission or consent from the Police," the CAT noted.
"Suddenly, they posted on social media platforms and as a result of aforesaid information the public were gathered," added the CAT in its observation.
The RCB had posted in its social media handles about the parade and the fan engagement on the morning of June 4, and the Tribunal noted that the police department did not have sufficient time in its hands to manage such a large gathering at such short notice.
"Because of shortage of time on 04.06.2026, the Police was unable to do the appropriate arrangements. Sufficient time was not given to the Police. Suddenly, the RCB created the aforesaid type of nuisance without any prior permission.
&ldquo;Police personnel are also human beings. They are neither "God" (Bhagwan) nor Magician and also not having the magic powers like "Alladdin ka Chirag" which was able to fulfil any wish only by rubbing a finger," the CAT observed.
The RCB management was not available to make a comment on this development.
Earlier, charges were pressed against RCB and the Karnataka State Cricket Association with regard to the tragic events, leading to the resignation of KSCA secretary A. Shankar and treasurer Jayaram.

Karnataka High Court denies interim relief to RCB's marketing head amid legal scrutiny over June 4 stadium stampede arrest.

RCB Arrest: Sosales Interim Relief Rejected

RCB marketing head Nikhil Sosale's request for interim relief denied by Karnataka High Court in the stadium stampede case. Next hearing on June 11.

Karnataka High Court denied interim relief to RCB's marketing head in a stadium tragedy case, focusing on arrest legality. Next hearing on June 11.

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday denied interim relief to Nikhil Sosale, marketing head of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), in the June 4 stadium stampede that claimed 11 lives here.
The court also reserved its order on his petition till June 11.
Sosale was arrested on June 6 by the Central Crime Branch at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, when he was about to leave for Dubai.
In his petition, Sosale questioned the legality of his June 6 early morning arrest. He alleged that the police action was influenced by political directives.
The single-judge bench of Justice S R Krishna Kumar heard arguments from both Sosale&rsquo;s counsel and the state before deciding to pronounce the interim order tomorrow.
Senior Advocate S Chouta, representing Sosale, contended that the arrest was made in violation of procedure, especially since the investigation has already been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
&ldquo;They are saying, as a superior officer, they (CCB) can arrest. But even if that power exists, it must be in writing and communicated at the time of arrest,&rdquo; Chouta argued, citing Section 55 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
&ldquo;Ultimately, the question is about liberty. Even if the offence is punishable with more than seven years, unless there is credible reason to believe and material on record, you cannot deprive a person of liberty,&rdquo; he said, referring to a Supreme Court judgment.
The court also sought clarity on the notification transferring the case to the CID and questioned why the CCB suddenly intervened in the investigation.
&ldquo;The problem is, CCB suddenly comes in. All the public knows is that the investigation was handed to CID. Then in the morning, CCB arrests Sosale. What happened in between?&rdquo; the judge asked.
Chouta pointed to the inconsistencies in the timeline and questioned the basis of the arrests.
&ldquo;The first arrest of a freelancer named Shamant was made at 3am by Ashok Nagar Police. Sosale was arrested at 3.30am by CCB.
Two more arrests followed at 4am. Then five police officials were suspended. What legal process authorised CCB to step in?&rdquo; he questioned.
He also argued that Sosale and the others arrested had no clear role mentioned in the FIR.
&ldquo;The FIR just refers to &lsquo;entities.&rsquo; There&rsquo;s no naming of individuals. So are all members of RCB, KSCA, DNA fair game for arrest now? There are no ingredients of the offence present. It seems arbitrary and selective,&rdquo; Chouta said.
He further submitted that Sosale was not provided with mandatory documents at the time of arrest, which he claimed violated due process.
On the state&rsquo;s side, Special Public Prosecutor B A Belliyappa appeared along with Additional Public Prosecutor B N Jagadeesha, who said the prosecution would produce documentation to justify the CCB&rsquo;s involvement.
&ldquo;The detention was on June 6. We are compiling a detailed timeline showing how CCB was roped in through orders by a superior officer. It&rsquo;s all in black and white,&rdquo; Jagadeesha told the court.
The judge responded that he would examine whether the legal process between the night of June 5 and the morning of June 6 substantiates the state&rsquo;s claim.
Advocate General Shashi Kiran Shetty, representing the state government, sought time to argue the matter.
When Chouta sought interim bail for Sosale, the AG opposed the plea, stating that the state&rsquo;s full response would be presented the following day.
Justice Krishna Kumar recorded that the petitioner&rsquo;s counsel had been heard in full and posted the matter for further hearing to June 11.
The hearing also touched upon the larger context of the incident, including political developments and administrative actions following the tragedy that claimed 11 lives and injured dozens.
The court also noted the mention of a suo motu PIL related to the incident, which has been adjourned to June 12.

RCB supports families with INR 10 lakh each after a Bengaluru tragedy, launches 'RCB Cares' for injured fans, reinforcing community unity.

RCB Shows Solidarity with RCB Cares Initiative

Royal Challengers Bengaluru steps forward with financial aid and 'RCB Cares' fund to support those affected by the recent tragedy, showing unity and commitment.

RCB pledges INR 10 lakh for each affected family and launches 'RCB Cares' fund to aid injured fans, showing solidarity in mourning.

In response to the distressing incident that took place in Bengaluru, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has expressed their deep sorrow and concern for those affected. To honor the memory of the eleven individuals who lost their lives, RCB has pledged a financial assistance of INR 10 lakh for each of the families.&nbsp;
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𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗿𝘂 The unfortunate incident in Bengaluru yesterday has caused a lot of anguish and pain to the RCB family. As a mark of respect and a gesture of solidarity, RCB has announced a financial&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/C50WID1FEI">pic.twitter.com/C50WID1FEI</a>
&mdash; Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/RCBTweets/status/1930568180197736472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Additionally, the franchise is establishing a new initiative called "RCB Cares." This fund is specifically designed to aid fans who were injured during the unfortunate event.
The RCB management emphasized that their fans remain central to the team's mission and activities. During this period of mourning, they stand united with their community, committed to providing support and solidarity.

Virat Kohli garners a significant accolade in cricket, affirming his legendary status. Chennai Super Kings dominate news with their ongoing success and strategic gameplay, captivating fans and solidifying their place in the sport.

Virat Kohli Got the Ring, CSK & MI Lost Their Bling: Everything you need to know about the IPL 2025 

Virat Kohli's recent prestigious accolade underscores his cricket legacy, while Chennai Super Kings continue to capture sports news with their dynamic gameplay and strategic prowess, thrilling cricket fans globally.

Everything you need to know about the IPL 2025

Virat Kohli achieves a prestigious accolade, underscoring his cricket legacy. Concurrently, Chennai Super Kings maintain their prominence in sports news with stellar performances and strategic gameplay, captivating cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Another season, another ride &mdash; but this one hit different.&nbsp; The 18th edition of the IPL had it all: heartbreaks, breakout stars, teams finding their groove way too late, and one long-awaited redemption arc.
Played across 74 matches from March to June, IPL 2025 saw dream runs crash, underdogs rise, and the king himself, Virat Kohli, finally lift the trophy that had eluded him forever. If you missed it or blinked, we have got you covered- Here&rsquo;s a no-fluff recap of how things went down in the #IPL2025
RCB Break The 'Curse'
Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their title drought. Kohli didn&rsquo;t go full beast mode in the final (a slow 43 off 35), but RCB got the job done. Their auction strategy hit different this time &mdash; every player clicked when it mattered.
Kohli ended with 657 runs this season, crossing 600+ for the 5th time. His overall IPL run tally? A ridiculous 9,085 &mdash; all for RCB. Icon status: locked.
The depth in the team can be judged by the fact that 9 team members in their team were adjudged the man of the match&nbsp;
 Punjab Kings Level Up
Shreyas Iyer was that guy. Calm, consistent (604 runs, avg 50.33), and sharp as a leader. He truly was a SARPANCH for his team. It was no surprise to see that he was the anchor of the perennial strugglers' remarkable turnaround.&nbsp;
Along with coach Ricky Ponting, he turned Punjab from perennial underachievers to finalists. They didn&rsquo;t win, but this version of PBKS isn&rsquo;t going away anytime soon.&nbsp;
 Mumbai Being Mumbai
Started the season like they forgot how cricket works. They registered only one win in their first five matches, then suddenly remembered and went on to win six straight games. This season has been a rollercoaster for the Rohit Sharma-led side. They ended their campaign in the 4th position... But SKY was lit! He scored 717 runs, which was a new high for any MI batter.
 Gujarat Titans Fade Late
They bossed the league early. Gill, Buttler, Sudharsan, and Prasidh Krishna looked unbeatable.&nbsp; But come the playoffs? Nada. At one point top-two finish looked a mere formality, but the Titans ended third in the league.. played the eliminator and were humbled by the Mumbai Indians. &nbsp;
 Young Talent, Big Impact
The 2025 IPL season saw several young players make headlines with standout performances. Rajasthan Royals&rsquo; Vaibhav Suryavanshi, only 14 years old, etched his name into the record books by scoring the fastest IPL century by an Indian &mdash; a blistering hundred off just 35 balls. Punjab Kings&rsquo; uncapped batter Priyansh Arya also impressed with a commanding century against Chennai Super Kings. Abhishek Sharma and Prabhsimran Singh continued to showcase their batting prowess, further strengthening their reputations as future stars. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre provided glimpses of his potential for CSK, emerging as one of the few bright spots in an otherwise challenging season for the franchise.
Sai Sudharsan&rsquo;s Main Character Era
Sai Sudharsan fully unlocked this season. No wild swings, no drama &mdash; just smart, calculated hitting every time he stepped out. His calm-but-deadly approach paid off big as he bagged the Orange Cap with a massive 759 runs, including a ton and six fifties, averaging over 54 with a strike rate north of 156. Consistency? Off the charts. The reward? A well-earned national Test call-up for the England tour. Guy&rsquo;s not just knocking &mdash; he&rsquo;s kicking the door down.
Sunrisers Go Full Send... and Crash
Last season&rsquo;s runner-up, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), entered the tournament with one of the most formidable batting line-ups on paper. Their aggressive, all-out attacking approach made an early statement, posting a massive 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals &mdash; the second-highest total in IPL history &mdash; and later registering 278/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders, the third-highest. However, despite these explosive performances, SRH&rsquo;s campaign exposed a critical gap: the lack of a reliable Plan B with the bat. When their high-risk strategy didn&rsquo;t click, the team struggled to adapt, ultimately undermining their consistency and impact across the season.
Nothing really worked from CSK
 Change may be the only constant, but for Chennai Super Kings, embracing it came a little too late.&nbsp; In this season, Dhoni&rsquo;s side found themselves slipping out of playoff contention earlier than they would have hoped ..However, it's not that everything bad happened for the Yellow brigade.&nbsp; 17-year-old Aravelly Avanish Mhatre showed maturity beyond his years, while Dewald Brevis brought flair and firepower in the closing stages. In the spin department, it wasn&rsquo;t the seasoned duo of R Ashwin or Ravindra Jadeja who stood out &mdash; it was 20-year-old Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad who made the biggest impact, leading the way with grit and guile.
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RR &amp; KKR: Season to Forget
RR: Injuries, inconsistency, and bad calls &mdash; finished 9th. Letting go of Buttler, Ashwin, Chahal, and Boult hurt their vibe and balance.
KKR: Ajinkya Rahane tried his best, but Venkatesh Iyer flopped hard. Mid-season blues took them out quietly.
DC's High Hopes, Hard Fall Started like title favourites (5 wins in 6), then fell flat. Couldn&rsquo;t stay consistent when pressure kicked in.
Not the season for LSG&nbsp; For Rishabh Pant, the season did not go as planned. But Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram gave them substance.. and yes- let us not forget Digvesh Rathi's theatrics.
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RCB's victory celebration turned tragic with 11 fatalities in a stampede outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium. This incident highlights crucial security lapses during mass events and marks a grim reminder of ensuring safety for cricket enthusiasts.

RCB Celebration Marred by Stampede, 11 Dead

During RCB's IPL victory celebration at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, a stampede resulted in 11 deaths. The incident revealed major safety shortcomings, emphasizing the urgent necessity for meticulous event planning and crowd management to protect fans.

Fans, officials blamed for Chinnaswamy stadium stampede

A stampede outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during an RCB celebration event left 11 dead.

"I don't know what we did wrong...we had tickets," an exasperated RCB supporter wondered outside the Chinnaswamy stadium, watching what was meant to be a day of celebration become a day of mourning after 11 fans were killed in a mad scramble to attend the team's IPL victory party here.
Thirty three of the team's injured supporters had to be hospitalised after a chaotic day.
"When one organises a victory celebration of this magnitude...safety and security measures need to be taken," BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia told PTI, taking note of the lack of preparedness to deal with the lakhs who crowded the streets, desperate to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars, including the enigmatic Virat kohli.
The tickets for the hastily-arranged engagement programme were sold in a jiffy, but the fans crowded all the gates 12, 13 (main gates) and 10 (club house entrance) with not enough security to control them.
The number swelled to unexpected levels around 3.30pm and it forced the police and stadium security officials to close all the gates to prevent the ticket-less from squeezing in along with the ones who had valid tickets.
"We came to watch our stars. I bought tickets for the function but was not even able to enter the stadium. Police suddenly blocked all the roads and closed all the entrances to the venue, and suddenly they started lathi-charging near the main gate," said Prashant Shetty, a post-graduate student who came along with a few of his friends.
"I don't know what we did wrong. We were invited for the function and bought tickets but in the end got beaten up and abused. Terrible day for fans like us," he added.
At around 4.30 pm many more came from the nearby Cubbon Park metro station, worsening the situation and the police had to resort to mild use of force to disperse the huge gathering.
At Gate No. 10, the situation was grimmer as women and children were shoved around forcefully, and even this reporter was pushed to a corner by a police official with a lathi who also hurled some swear words in local dialect.
Several ticket-holders had no choice but to make a retreat from the venue albeit thankful that they escaped unscathed from what became a stampede.
Even from a distance, it was disturbing to see women fainting and some others getting crushed under the feet of jostling fans.
The fan engagement function lasted close to an hour and the team went back to the hotel around 6:30 pm, but the fans still remained near the stadium, creating further traffic blocks and chaos, before slowly moving away after a tragic day.

A tragic stampede at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB's victory celebration claimed 11 lives and injured 33. Overcrowding led to chaos. Compensation and inquiry announced.

Bengaluru Stampede at RCB Celebration

A devastating stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium celebration for RCB's IPL victory led to 11 deaths and 33 injuries due to overcrowding. The Karnataka government has pledged full support and accountability for this tragedy.

Siddaramaiah confirms 11 dead in Bengaluru stampede

A stampede at RCB's victory celebration at Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives and injured 33. Crowds surpassed capacity. The government has announced compensation and free treatment.

Eleven people died and 33 injured following a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium here, where a large number of people gathered to participate in the RCB victory celebrations, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Wednesday.
Expressing grief over the incident, he announced Rs 10 lakh as compensation to the kin of those deceased, while also ordering a magisterial inquiry into the incident. Action will be taken if anyone is found wrong, he added.
"The cricket association had organised a programme for the victory celebration (at the stadium), there was also a programme from the government (Vidhana Soudha). At the Chinnaswamy Stadium, a big tragedy happened. Due to the stampede, 11 people have died and 33 have suffered injuries," Siddaramaiah said.
Speaking to reporters after visiting the Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital and Vydehi Super Speciality Hospital here, he said such a tragedy shouldn't have happened. The government expresses grief over the incident.
Stating that most of the deceased are youth, including men and women, the CM said the government has announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to the kin of each deceased.
Instructions have been given to provide free treatment for the injured, he said, adding that outpatients totalling 47 people.
Noting that the stadium has the capacity for 35,000 people, the CM said 2-3 lakh people had gathered.
The RCB won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

A tragic stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium claims four lives during RCB's IPL triumph celebration, highlighting serious crowd management lapses.

Tragedy Strikes Stampede After RCBs IPL Win

A joyful celebration turns tragic as a stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium ends in the loss of four fans' lives. Insufficient crowd control during RCB's IPL win highlights crucial safety lapses, raising concerns for future events.

RCB celebrations lacked planning, says BCCI secretary Saikia

A stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium, post-RCB's IPL win leads to four deaths due to improper crowd control, underscoring the need for better event safety measures.

The stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that led to death of at least four fans is "unfortunate" and RCB's IPL-winning celebrations should have been planned better, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia told PTI on Wednesday.
The celebratory mood in the city turned sombre a day after RCB ended their 18-year wait for an IPL title. Lakhs of fans gathered outside the stadium, which the police could not control, leading to utter chaos.
"It is very unfortunate. This is a negative side of popularity. People are crazy for their cricketers. The organisers should have planned it better. My deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. I wish early recovery of the injured," said Saikia.
"When one organises a victory celebration of this magnitude, proper precautions, safety and security measures need to be taken. There have been some lapses somewhere.
"After such a glorious ending to the IPL, this has been an anti climax. There have been IPL celebrations in the past as well, like in Kolkata last year when KKR won but nothing happened there." Saikia also cited the examples of the celebrations in Mumbai following India's T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados.
"Same was the case when we won the T20 World Cup. There was a sea of humanity in Mumbai but nothing happened. Police and local authorities worked in tandem to ensure smooth conduct. I hope nothing more untoward happens.
"Even yesterday in Ahmedabad, during the IPL final, there were 120,000 people at the stadium but BCCI has a dedicated team which has done elaborate planning in coordination with local district administration and law enforcing authorities to ensure that safety and security of the spectators," Saikia added.

RCB wins its first IPL title after 18 years, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final. Celebrating Virat Kohli's loyalty and Vijay Mallya's foundational legacy.

RCB Wins First IPL Title in 18-Year Quest

RCB secured their first IPL championship, defeating Punjab Kings in a close finish. The triumph marks a poignant milestone, reflecting the unwavering journey and contributions of key figures like Virat Kohli and former owner Vijay Mallya.

Vijay Mallya recalls picking Kohli, hails RCB triumph

RCB claims its first-ever IPL title after an 18-year wait, beating Punjab Kings by six runs in Ahmedabad. Celebrated for resilience, the win honors former owner Vijay Mallya's vision and Virat Kohli's enduring loyalty.

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru owner Vijay Mallya recalled picking a young Virat Kohli 18 seasons ago in the players auction and said it was remarkable to witness the maestro staying loyal to the franchise, which has finally won a long-awaited IPL trophy.
RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL final in Ahmedabad on Tuesday to end their long wait in the 18th edition of the tournament. "When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years," Mallya wrote in a post on 'X'. RCB, which was bought by Mallya for USD 111.6 million back in 2008, picked Kohli in the inaugural IPL auction in January 2008, and the batting superstar has only played for the Bengaluru-based franchise since then. The UK-based Mallya lost ownership of the franchise in 2016 after defaulting on bank loans. The team is now completely owned by United Spirits.
Mallya is, however, credited with playing major a role in signing the cricketing giants like AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, Jacques Kallis, and Anil Kumble among others for RCB.
"I also had the honour of picking Chris Gayle the Universe Boss and Mr 360 AB DeVillers who remain an indelible part of RCB history. Finally, the IPL trophy arrives in Bengaluru.
"Congratulations and thanks again to all who made my dream come true. RCB fans are the very best and they deserve the IPL trophy. Ee Sala Cup Bengaluru baruthe ! (This year, the cup is ours)," Mallya wrote.
The liquor baron, who is accused of defaulting on loans worth several crores from Indian banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), congratulated the entire RCB team management for the triumph. "RCB are IPL Champions finally after 18 years. Superb campaign right through the 2025 tournament. A well balanced team Playing Bold with outstanding coaching and support staff. Many congratulations ! Ee sala cup namde !!"

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL 2025 final, ending their long title drought with standout performances from Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya.

IPL 2025 Final: Royal Challengers Bengaluru crowned IPL champions

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL 2025 final, ending their long title drought with standout performances from Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Virat Kohli washed away 18 years of hurt and disappointment on a dream Tuesday night, conquering Punjab Kings by six runs to lift their maiden Indian Premier League title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.&nbsp;
The final turned out to be a battle of nerves and RCB certainly channelled their years of disappointment and pain to come back roaring in the contest and seal a commanding victory.
A partisan crowd did not give up on RCB even as they struggled to find the flourish with the bat and ended up posting a total of 190/9 with superstar Kohli making a laborious 35-ball 43.
At the break, RCB&rsquo;s total did not look enough but a persistent effort from their bowlers made the scoreboard pressure ultimately work in their favour.
With 29 needed off the final over, RCB's win was sealed when Josh Hazlewood bowled the second dot ball on the trot. Shashank Singh struck a valiant 61 not out off 30 balls (3x4s, 6x6s), but his effort came far too late as Punjab Kings ended at 184 for seven.
Josh Hazlewood provided the first breakthrough, Krunal Pandya bowled a dream spell of 4-0-17-2 in a summit clash but it was Romario Shepherd&rsquo;s dismissal of PBKS&rsquo; gun captain Shreyas Iyer that finally indicated which way the game was headed.
All it took was an innocuous delivery outside off to see the back of the most dangerous batter in the final as Iyer, coming off a terrific knock in Qualifier 2, edged it behind off Shepherd and walked back with his head dropped.
Josh Inglis (39 off 23 balls, 1x4s, 4x6s) made every opportunity count when it came to hitting towards midwicket but Pandya had him caught at long-on in the 13th over.
Thereafter, every dot ball drew appreciation from fans and they were at their loudest when RCB legend AB de Villiers appeared on the big screen on the ground, and also when PBKS were mathematically knocked out.
Desperate to strike early, RCB needed something special and Phil Salt produced a brilliant effort in the deep when Priyansh Arya (24) lifted the ball off Hazlewood in the fifth over.
Salt made a dash from deep square leg to his right and took the catch reverse cupped and threw the ball up in the air as he hurtled past the ropes. He recovered quickly to get inside the field and take a stunning catch.
Punjab&rsquo;s impact sub Prabhsimran Singh (26 off 22 balls) succumbed to pressure even as his side made 52/1 in the powerplay.
Bhuvneshwar shut the doors on Punjab when he dismissed Nehal Wadhera (15) and Marcus Stoinis (6) in a span of three deliveries in the 17th over and thereon, RCB&rsquo;s triumph was only a formality.
Earlier, RCB huffed and puffed to 190 for nine after their batters failed to press matters on what remained a conducive wicket.
While RCB were not only a tad conservative in the big final, luck also did not favour the fourth-time finalists chasing their maiden trophy a great deal, as each of their batters perished after getting a start.
And there were no fireworks on the night of the big final as Kohli, looking to anchor the innings the way he has done in the past, perished after his laborious effort in the middle.
Kohli struck a mere three fours &mdash; two after the ninth over &mdash; as he got his 43 runs off 35 balls at 122.85.
RCB&rsquo;s slowing down post the powerplay, in which they scored 55/1, also saw their batters farming the strike rather than taking initiative to aim for big overs with only 42 runs coming between overs 6-11.
Salt&rsquo;s early exit had a major impact on how RCB&rsquo;s innings progressed thereon but none of the following batters including Mayank Agarawal (24), Rajat Patidar (26) and Liam Livingstone (25) could convert their starts.
The lanky Jamieson a huge impact, not only finding the right lengths and variations to keep a lid on the batters but also accounting for three key batters to push RCB back further.
In the second over, after Salt smacked him for a four over mid-on, he had the RCB opener caught off Iyer and in the 11th, after Rajat Patidar hit him for a six over mid-off, Jamieson bowled a superb slow yorker which pinned the batter in front of the wickets.
Jamieson&rsquo;s numbers were spoiled to some extent in the 17th over when Jitesh Sharma (24 off 10 balls, 2x4s, 2x6s) clobbered a couple of sixes and Livingstone one to collect 23 off it.
But once again, Jamieson ended it by trapping Livingstone leg-before off a full toss.
India star Arshdeep Singh accounted for Krunal Pandya (4), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1) and Romario Shepherd (17) in the final over.&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bangalore won the IPL, sparking joy across Bengaluru. Fans celebrated this historic moment, turning the city red with pride and marking a long-awaited triumph.

IPL Triumph of RCB Celebrated in Bengaluru

Bengaluru transformed into a jubilant sea of red as RCB clinched their maiden IPL title. Fans celebrated passionately, marking a historic achievement and the realization of 'Ee Sala Cup Namudu'.

RCB's maiden IPL triumph turned Bengaluru into a sea of red, matching cities renowned for IPL glory. Jubilant fans celebrated passionately, marking a historic achievement after years of anticipation.

The moment Josh Hazlewood finished delivering the final ball of the match, Bengaluru turned into a sea of roaring red, multi-coloured crackers illuminated the night skyline and fans stormed the streets chanting "RCB and Kohli". Till Tuesday night, the delirium Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, or Jaipur went through after a title triumph had eluded the streets of Bengaluru despite fielding star-studded teams in the past.
But June 3, they experienced that special feeling and they made it a special occasion too.
&ldquo;Ee Sala Cup Namde (This time the Cup will be ours) became &ldquo;Ee Sala Cup Namudu (The Cup is ours this time).&rdquo; Politicians and sportspersons belonging to the city took to twitter to express their delight.
&ldquo;Huge congratulations to RCB on this unforgettable, historic victory. 18 years of passion, loyalty, and never giving up - and tonight, it all came together! "You&rsquo;ve made every Kannadiga&rsquo;s dream come true This is more than a win - it&rsquo;s an emotional moment for the entire RCB Army. Karnataka roars with pride,&rdquo; wrote Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on his X handle.
Former RCB skipper and leg-spin legend Anil Kumble too joined the wishers&rsquo; list.
&ldquo;Congratulations to @RCBTweets on a fantastic IPL win! A well deserved title after a long wait,&rdquo; he wrote.
But it was the common fans who rode bikes and cars waving the flags and banners of Royal Challengers Bengaluru revealed the extent of the emotions that gripped the entire state.
They braved a rather nippy night to watch the match on the big screens across the city.
They will now be geared up to welcome the champions in a grand manner on Wednesday.
The Garden City has turned into a massive green canopy along with the Monsoon, but for a few days Bengaluru will turn red.

RCB alleges Uber Moto's ad disparages its trademark. Ad features cricketer Travis Head altering Bengaluru signage. Legal dispute awaits Delhi High Court's decision, impacting sports marketing and trademark standards.

RCB vs Uber: Trademark Clash in High Court

RCB accuses Uber Moto of trademark disparagement. The ad with Travis Head challenges RCB's brand identity. Delhi High Court decision pending in this sports marketing case.

RCB alleges Uber Moto's ad disparages its trademark

RCB sues Uber Moto in Delhi HC for trademark disparagement via an ad featuring 'Royally Challenged Bengaluru'.

Indian Premier League cricket team Royal Challengers Bengaluru moved the Delhi High Court on Thursday and accused an YouTube advertisement of disparaging its trademark.
Justice Saurabh Banerjee, after hearing submissions of parties on Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) interim plea for injunction, reserved its order.
Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited filed a suit against Uber India Systems Pvt Ltd claiming that Uber Moto's YouTube advertisement titled "Baddies in Bengaluru ft. Travis Head" disparages its trademark.
RCB said Sunrisers Hyderabad's cricketer Head, the main character in the video, disparages its trademark.
Describing the video advertisement, RCB counsel said the cricketer could be seen running towards Bengaluru cricket stadium with an aim to vandalise the signage of "Bengaluru Vs Hyderabad", takes a spray paint and writes "Royally Challenged" before Bengaluru making it "Royally Challenged Bengaluru" which disparages RCB's mark.
The lawyer contended that when a negative comment is made, there is disparagement and added that Uber Moto, being the commercial sponsor of Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL team, while promoting its product which is booking a ride, used RCB's trademark in the course of its trade, that too its "deceptive variant", which was impermissible under law.
The counsel representing Uber said RCB had "severely discounted" the sense of humour of the public at large. The general messaging of the advertisement, the counsel said, was that there was a match between RCB and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Bengaluru cricket stadium on May 13 and since it was a city with traffic jam, "public must use uber moto".
Uber's counsel said good humour, sense of fun and banter are intrinsic to advertising messaging and these factors "will be killed" if such a standard, as mooted by RCB, is applied.
The advertisement garnered 1.3 million views and a number of comments from users on the social media platform.

KL Rahul celebrated a significant IPL win inspired by the film 'Kantara' at Chinnaswamy. His 93* against RCB highlights his deep ties to the stadium.

KL Rahul's 'Kantara' Celebration in IPL

KL Rahul, inspired by 'Kantara', celebrated DC's victory against RCB at Chinnaswamy. His knock of 93* was a masterclass, showcasing his deep stadium connection.

KL Rahul celebrated a significant IPL win inspired by the film 'Kantara' at Chinnaswamy

KL Rahul celebrated a key IPL victory against RCB at Chinnaswamy, drawing inspiration from 'Kantara'. His performance included a brilliant 93* run chase, reinforcing his deep connection to his home stadium.

Delhi Capitals' wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, renowned for his usually calm on-field demeanor, broke character with an animated celebration after his team&rsquo;s pivotal victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL.
The celebration, which has since gone viral, was inspired by the 2022 Kannada film "Kantara"&mdash;a movie Rahul holds dear. The cinematic gesture seemed to declare the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, a ground intrinsic to Rahul&rsquo;s cricketing journey, as his own.
"This ground is special to me," Rahul explained in a video shared by DC. "The celebration was inspired by one of my favorite movies, Kantara. It was a reminder that this ground, this turf, is mine."
In "Kantara," a character famously plants a sword into the ground, a visual that Rahul mirrored by emphatically thumping his chest and pointing towards the pitch and his jersey.
Rahul&rsquo;s connection to the Chinnaswamy Stadium runs deep. As a Karnataka native, he honed his skills here and had stints with RCB during the 2013 and 2016 IPL seasons.
At this venue, his T20 record speaks volumes; he has accumulated 544 runs in 20 matches at an average of 41.84 and a strike rate surpassing 145, with his top score being an undefeated 93. His IPL contributions here include 475 runs in 18 matches, averaging 43.18.
The recent IPL encounter against RCB highlighted Rahul&rsquo;s prowess yet again. After Delhi invited RCB to bat first, a stellar spin performance from Kuldeep Yadav (2/17) and Vipraj Nigam (2/18) restricted the hosts to 163/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
Standout performances came from Phil Salt (37 from 17 balls) and Tim David (37* from 20 balls), overcoming the aggressive opening partnership between Salt and Virat Kohli.
In response, Delhi Capitals found themselves tottering at 58/4, before Rahul and Tristan Stubbs took charge. Their unbroken 111-run partnership for the fifth wicket steered the team to victory.
Rahul&rsquo;s commanding knock of 93* off 53 deliveries, punctuated by seven fours and six sixes, earned him the 'Player of the Match' title. Stubbs offered solid support with his 38* from 23 balls.
Rahul&rsquo;s recent form has been remarkable, tallying 185 runs in just three matches with two half-centuries.
His performances have left DC sitting comfortably in second place with four consecutive wins, while RCB holds the fourth spot with three wins out of five.
In summary, KL Rahul's inspired celebration not only resonates with his love for cinema, particularly "Kantara," but also underscores his deep-rooted connection to a ground synonymous with his cricketing career.

RCB's captain Patidar laments batting collapse versus DC. Despite Tim David's late charge, KL Rahul's innings drives DC to victory. Adaptability proves key in IPL.

RCB Falters vs DC: Patidar's Critique

RCB captain Rajat Patidar rues batting collapse against DC. Despite team's initial edge, KL Rahul's strategic innings secured a six-wicket win for DC. The game highlighted IPL's demand for adaptability and resilience.

RCB's captain Rajat Patidar laments batting collapse versus DC

RCB captain Rajat Patidar criticized his team's batting collapse versus DC. Though Tim David excelled briefly, it wasn't enough. KL Rahul's mastery of the pitch led DC to victory, highlighting the importance of adaptability in IPL.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar was not amused with the way his batters threw away their wickets in a heap when thing were cruise control, saying this was "not acceptable" following a six-wicket home loss to the Delhi Capitals on Thursday.
Spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Vipraj Nigam bowled with purpose while KL Rahul struck an unbeaten 93 as the DC juggernaut continued to roll menacingly, inflicting a morale-shattering defeat on RCB with 13 balls to spare.
"We have not batted well. Batters are in a good frame of mind, they have shown nice intent. 60 for one, and then 90 for four, that is not acceptable," said Patidar post match.
RCB's Phil Salt had pummelled the DC bowlers in powerplay overs, guiding the home side to 61/1 in only the fourth over before they slumped to 91/4 after which they lost momentum to score a below-par 163/7.
"We thought it would be a nice batting track. We were lacking in assessing the conditions and the situation," said Patidar, adding that Tim David (37) did his bit by accelerating the run-scoring.
But it came too late in the day.
"The way David accelerated at the end, it was really amazing. The powerplay, the way the (RCB) fast bowlers bowled, it was really special (reducing DC to 30/3)," he added.
Player of the Match KL Rahul said watching the ball keenly behind the stumps helped him when he came in to bat.
"It was a slightly tricky wicket but what helped me was being behind the stumps for 20 overs, watching how the wicket played. The ball sat in the wicket but it was consistent throughout, it was one-paced.
"I knew what my shots are, wanted to get off to a good start, and then assess it accordingly. It depends on the conditions and the ground and the dimensions. On a wicket like this, I knew what my pockets were. If I wanted to hit a big six, I knew what pockets to target, and 'keeping gave me a feeler for where other batters were dismissed and where they hit the sixes," added Rahul.
Rahul added that having played a lot of cricket in his formative years at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium helped him immensely.
"This is my ground, my home, (I) know this (ground) better than anyone else. Something I have always done with my preparation is that I always try to adapt to different wickets (even in practice). I experiment in practice, get out a couple of times but it gives me a fair idea of the areas I can target &mdash; where I can take singles, where I can hit sixes." DC skipper Axar Patel said four wins in four matches had given the team a huge boost in morale.
"Everyone is playing with confidence, it feels nice (to have won four out of four). We talk about match-ups and what is happening off the surface. I felt they like to face pacers, so tried to hold them back.
"Then the ball was spinning and bouncing, so thought of bowling spin in the powerplay," he said.
He lauded Rahul's efforts saying the charismatic 'keeper-batter had played a mature innings.
"It becomes a very easy job for me. I have been in that situation, being used as a floater in pressure situations. It is not easy (changing positions). Having a player like him is a very good thing. I played a bad shot today to get out, but he played a mature innings and finished it off. He has been carrying his Champions Trophy form."

Virender Sehwag's 'gareeb' jibe at RCB over their IPL title drought goes viral, as they lead the 2025 season standings.

Sehwag's Viral 'Gareeb' Jibe at RCB in IPL 2025

In an IPL 2025 twist, Virender Sehwag's humorous 'gareeb' comment aimed at RCB's elusive title quest is making waves online.

Virender Sehwag's 'gareeb' jibe at RCB over their IPL title drought goes viral

In a viral video, Virender Sehwag humorously calls RCB 'gareeb' due to their lack of IPL wins, sparking social media chatter.

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises navigate the early stages of the 2025 season, an intriguing narrative is unfolding. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) currently dominate the points table, having won both of their opening matches, while Delhi Capitals also enjoy an unbeaten record.
However, a video featuring former Indian opener Virender Sehwag mocking RCB has gone viral, igniting social media chatter.
Sehwag's remarks follow RCB's impressive start, which sees them sitting at the top of the IPL standings. In a light-hearted jab at the Bengaluru team, Sehwag referred to them as 'gareeb' or 'poor.' His comments implied that teams like RCB should savor their moment at the top of the table, given their elusive quest for an IPL championship.
"Let the poor be on top of the IPL points, let them click photos. Who knows for how long they will be at the top," Sehwag quipped during a chat on Cricbuzz.
Known for his explosive style during his playing days, Sehwag never clinched an IPL title himself while representing Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. He clarified that his 'gareeb' comment was aimed at franchises that have yet to win an IPL title, not their financial status. He emphasized that all franchises are financially robust, earning between 400-500 crore each season.
"Do you think I was talking about money? No. They are all wealthy in terms of money. The ones who haven't won a single trophy, I'm calling them 'gareeb,'" Sehwag explained.
Besides RCB, other IPL teams yet to claim the coveted title include Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants, though the latter joined the league only in 2022.

RCB's Swastik Chikara humorously pranked Virat Kohli by using his perfume, amusing the team. RCB defeated KKR with Kohli's crucial performance and prepare to face CSK next.

RCB's Swastik Chikara Pranks Virat Kohli

Swastik Chikara humorously pranked Virat Kohli with a bold perfume stunt, leaving RCB teammates entertained. As RCB celebrates victory over KKR, they prepare to challenge CSK in their upcoming match.

RCB's Swastik Chikara humorously pranked Virat Kohli by using his perfume

Swastik Chikara humorously pranked Virat Kohli by using his perfume. Caught on video, it left teammates amused. RCB defeated KKR with key contributions from Kohli and bowlers Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood. They now prepare to face CSK.

In an unexpected turn of events within the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) camp, 19-year-old batter Swastik Chikara left his teammates in stitches with his audacious antics in the dressing room.
According to a video shared by RCB, Chikara brazenly rummaged through franchise icon Virat Kohli's bag and unabashedly sprayed himself with Kohli's perfume right in front of the man himself.
This bold move left pacer Yash Dayal and RCB captain Rajat Patidar visibly astonished, with neither having anticipated such a breach of privacy.
Dayal recounted, "We were sitting in the dressing room after our last game in Kolkata. He just went up to Virat Kohli's bag, took out a perfume bottle, and used it without asking. Everyone started laughing. He was just sitting there, completely casual."
Patidar, who captained RCB to their first IPL 2025 victory against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), added, "Virat bhai was right there. I was wondering what this guy is doing."
While some of Chikara's teammates might have found his actions unconventional, the young player's explanation suggested he was unfazed by Kohli's presence. "He's our elder brother, isn't he? I was just checking to make sure he doesn't use a bad one. So I tried it. When he asked how it was, I said it's nice. I was only checking it for him," Chikara rationalized.
Meanwhile, RCB savors a six-day hiatus between matches. Fresh from their victory over defending champions KKR, RCB is set to face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday.
In a formidable display, Kohli, with 59 not out off 36 balls, and Phil Salt, who scored 56 off 31 balls, forged a 95-run partnership for the opening wicket, helping RCB chase down KKR's challenging total of 174/8 in just 16.2 overs, finishing at 177 for three.
Earlier in the match, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane notched up a commendable 56, establishing a 103-run second-wicket partnership with Sunil Narine (44 off 26 balls), momentarily placing KKR in a strong position to surpass the 200-run mark.
However, RCB's bowlers, led exceptionally by left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya (3/29), staged a remarkable comeback, with pacer Josh Hazlewood also claiming two wickets, securing a commanding win for RCB.

Former Indian captain Mithali Raj praised RCB's performance, emphasizing the team's dominance from the start. With two consecutive wins, RCB leads the table, while DC, with a win and a loss, is in third place.

RCB's Dominant Eight-Wicket Win Against DC

RCB triumphs over DC in WPL clash with an Eight-Wicket wins

Former Indian captain Mithali Raj praised RCB's performance, emphasizing the team's dominance from the start. With two consecutive wins, RCB leads the table, while DC, with a win and a loss, is in third place.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a commanding eight-wicket victory against Delhi Capitals (DC) in their Women's Premier League (WPL) clash in Vadodara, thanks to stellar performances from Renuka Singh, Georgia Wareham, and captain Smriti Mandhana.
Former Indian captain Mithali Raj praised RCB's performance, emphasizing the team's dominance from the start. With two consecutive wins, RCB leads the table, while DC, with a win and a loss, is in third place.
The game turned in RCB's favor right from the first over, when Renuka Singh dismissed Shafali Varma with her opening delivery, caught by Smriti Mandhana. Despite an early setback, DC's Jemimah Rodrigues and captain Meg Lanning tried to rebuild. Rodrigues accelerated the innings against Ekta Bisht and Joshitha, bringing up DC&rsquo;s 50 in just 5.4 overs with a six.
However, the partnership was broken at 60 runs when Georgia Wareham had Jemimah stumped by Richa Ghosh for 34. Shortly after, Kim Garth removed Lanning for 17, taking DC to 62/3. Annabel Sutherland and Marizanne Kapp managed to take DC to 83/3 by the 10-over mark. But after Sutherland fell for 19, Smarti's stunning catch off Renuka's delivery saw DC crumble further.
A struggling DC lineup managed a modest 141 in 19.3 overs, with Sarah Bryce and Shikha Pandey attempting to resist but falling short. Renuka (3/23) and Wareham (3/25) spearheaded RCB&rsquo;s attack, dismantling DC's batting with adept pace and spin. Garth (2/19) and Bisht (2/35) provided valuable support.
RCB's opening duo of Mandhana and Danni Wyatt laid a solid foundation in their pursuit of 142. Mandhana set the tone with early boundaries, and Wyatt complemented her by finding gaps as the powerplay ended. At 57 without loss, RCB's chase was off to a flying start.
Mandhana reached her half-century in just 27 balls and, with Wyatt, propelled RCB to 100 in 10 overs. Arundhati Reddy eventually dismissed Wyatt for 42, but Mandhana continued her assault, piling on runs against Jonassen and Sutherland. Before succumbing for 81, she had steered RCB close to victory.
Richa Ghosh sealed the win in style with a six, helping RCB reach 146/2 in 16.1 overs. With this emphatic victory, RCB reasserted itself as a formidable force in the WPL, showcasing excellence in both their bowling and batting departments.

RCB seem ready to roll out the red carpet for KL Rahul in the upcoming IPL Mega Auction, and this isn’t just speculation—RCB’s recent social media teaser practically winked in his direction.

RCB to go all out for KL Rahul? Franchise drops major hint ahead of IPL Retentions

RCB seem ready to roll out the red carpet for KL Rahul in the upcoming IPL Mega Auction, and this isn&rsquo;t just speculation&mdash;RCB&rsquo;s recent social media teaser practically winked in his direction.

Is KL Rahul the missing piece RCB have been waiting for? Could this be the dream team-up that finally breaks RCB&rsquo;s title curse?
RCB seem ready to roll out the red carpet for KL Rahul in the upcoming IPL Mega Auction, and this isn&rsquo;t just speculation&mdash;RCB&rsquo;s recent social media teaser practically winked in his direction. In a video where their coaching staff discussed retentions, KL Rahul&rsquo;s face made an appearance right as head coach Andy Flower spoke about "specific roles." He was the only non-RCB player mentioned, sparking a frenzy among fans.
So, could KL Rahul be the ultimate game-changer for RCB? Let&rsquo;s dive in.
The Perfect Captain Fit
With Faf du Plessis unable to clinch that elusive trophy in his three seasons as skipper, RCB might be looking at Rahul as their next leader. Sure, Virat Kohli could return as captain, but if not, Rahul has the skill, flair, and maybe even the destiny to take charge. Plus, RCB&rsquo;s keeping spot is wide open after Dinesh Karthik&rsquo;s retirement, and Rahul&rsquo;s arrival could be the ideal solution&mdash;a true &ldquo;cricketing match made in heaven.&rdquo;
The Dream Homecoming
If KL Rahul returns, it would be nothing short of a fairytale reunion. He began his IPL journey with RCB back in 2013, rejoining in 2016 when the team&rsquo;s memorable run fell just 8 runs short of the trophy. Having come so close before, perhaps this time he can finish the story, unleashing his full cricketing magic where it all started.
Kannadiga Connect
Bengaluru is in Rahul&rsquo;s blood. A local lad who grew up playing cricket in Karnataka, he&rsquo;s a crowd favorite at Chinnaswamy Stadium, where fans chant his name with pride. During India&rsquo;s recent Test match against New Zealand, Rahul even paid homage to the pitch, bowing down to the ground that shaped his dreams. This bond with Bengaluru and its fans, and his return to RCB could rekindle that spark like never before.
The Fresh Start He Needs
 After a tough few years with injuries, dips in form, and losing his spot in India&rsquo;s T20I squad, Rahul could be primed for a comeback. For RCB, bringing him in isn&rsquo;t just strategic; it could be the thrilling twist he needs to rediscover his mojo. With Chinnaswamy&rsquo;s flat pitch known for its love of flamboyant stroke play, he could reignite his best form, setting the stage for his resurgence.
Will KL Rahul be the one to finally wave the magic wand and transform RCB&rsquo;s fortunes? It&rsquo;s a story in the making, and all eyes will be on this possible homecoming to see if he can deliver RCB&rsquo;s happily-ever-after.

The equation boiled down to 13 required off the last 2 overs but Rovman Powell kept his cool and took Rajasthan over the finish line with an over to spare.

IPL 2024 Eliminator, RCB vs RR: Rajasthan knock out RCB, set up a Qualifier 2 clash with SRH

RCB's dream to end their IPL title drought came crashing down as the Rajasthan Royals beat them by 4 wickets in the IPL 2024 Eliminator in Ahmedabad.

<h2>The equation boiled down to 13 required off the last 2 overs but Rovman Powell kept his cool and took Rajasthan over the finish line with an over to spare.</h2>

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's dream to end their IPL title drought came crashing down as the Rajasthan Royals beat them by 4 wickets in the IPL 2024 Eliminator in Ahmedabad. While RCB's dream run ended after winning 6 consecutive games, RR will take on the Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2 on Friday.
Things didn't start off well for RCB as Faf du Plessis lost the toss and they were asked to bat first. Bengaluru tried to keep up with their aggressive approach but it didn't work out this time around.
Faf and Virat Kohli both couldn't score big and wickets at regular intervals reduced RCB to 122/5. Mahipal Lomror and Rajat Patidar though helped their side finish at 172/8.
Chasing which RR openers raced to 80/1 in 9 overs before Bengaluru fought back to make the game interesting. RR was reduced to 160/6 despite Riyan Parag's gritty 36.
The equation boiled down to 13 required off the last 2 overs but Rovman Powell kept his cool and took Rajasthan over the finish line with an over to spare.
While the Royals ended their 4-match losing run, RCB's wait for an IPL title got longer.

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