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What Would RCB Do Without Faf-Maxi?

What Would RCB Do Without Faf-Maxi?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Once again Glenn Maxwell and Faf du Plessis shone the brightest for the Royal Challengers Bangalore as they clinched a 7-run win over Rajasthan Royals.

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Have You Met RCB's 'Fresh Lime Soda'?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The camaraderie between Royal Challengers Bangalore Captain Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Mrs Kohli is not limited to just spending time together. The trio also share inside jokes, indicating a deep friendship.

Griffith to groom next generation of Australian pacers

Griffith to groom next generation of Australian pacers

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Adam Griffith has been tasked with grooming the next generation of Australian pace bowlers for bigger assignments like Test cricket.

IPL 2023: RCB name Kedar Jadhav as Willey's replacement

IPL 2023: RCB name Kedar Jadhav as Willey's replacement

Rediff.com1 May 2023

The Royal Challengers Bangalore named Kedar Jadhav as David Willey's replacement for the rest of the IPL 2023 season.

King Kohli came, spoke and inspired RCB

King Kohli came, spoke and inspired RCB

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Virat Kohli gave a pep talk to the RCB Women's Team

Play-Offs: What RCB, MI Need To Do

Play-Offs: What RCB, MI Need To Do

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Who will join Gujarat Titans, Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2023's Play-Offs? Mumbai Indians or Royal Challengers Bangalore?

IPL Auction: Uncapped Players Steal Show

IPL Auction: Uncapped Players Steal Show

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah once again showcased the immense potential of uncapped talent.

RCB's New Team Song!

RCB's New Team Song!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

It is a new season, new captain and new team song for RCB!

Don't get nervous: Kohli rubbishes retirement rumours

Don't get nervous: Kohli rubbishes retirement rumours

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli said he is not mulling retirement at the moment as he has been enjoying the game.

IPL 2025: Why Siraj is excited about lifting of saliva ban

IPL 2025: Why Siraj is excited about lifting of saliva ban

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Team India pacer Mohammed Siraj welcomed the BCCI's decision to lift the ban on using saliva to shine the ball ahead of IPL 2025, saying it will aid "reverse swing" even in unfriendly conditions.

WPL: Mumbai Indians have stiff task against in-form Gujarat Giants

WPL: Mumbai Indians have stiff task against in-form Gujarat Giants

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

UP Warriorz's 12 runs win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru knocked the defending champions out from the race to the play-offs on Saturday, confirming qualification for Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Giants in the process.

Gill-Shankar Deny RCB Wicket For 12 Overs

Gill-Shankar Deny RCB Wicket For 12 Overs

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Shankar and Gill put together a 123-run stand from 71 balls to not drive Gujarat in the middle overs.

Turning Point: RCB bowlers defend paltry total and how!

Turning Point: RCB bowlers defend paltry total and how!

Rediff.com2 May 2023

RCB's fielding complemented the bowling and the team coasted to a well-deserved victory.

How Kedar Jadhav's persistence paid off in RCB recall

How Kedar Jadhav's persistence paid off in RCB recall

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Kedar Jadhav reveals how he made his way back into the RCB team

DC ready for WPL final: Break boosts training, focus

DC ready for WPL final: Break boosts training, focus

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Delhi Capitals vice-captain Jemimah Rodrigues believes the long break between the last league match and the Women's Premier League final has revitalized the team and will work to their advantage in the title clash. The Capitals have qualified for their third straight WPL final after Mumbai Indians were defeated by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the last league match at Mumbai on March 11.

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Have nothing but gratitude: Harshal Patel after his release from RCB

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Following the release of Harshal Patel from the RCB squad for the upcoming season of the IPL, the 33-year-old pacer said he has nothing but gratitude for the franchise.

RCB's 'Royal' thrashing leaves skipper Samson speechless

RCB's 'Royal' thrashing leaves skipper Samson speechless

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Following their crushing 112-run loss at the hands of Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson was left at a loss of words.

'Age is just a number': de Villiers backs Faf du Plessis

'Age is just a number': de Villiers backs Faf du Plessis

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Legendary South African batter AB de Villiers said that he expects Virat Kohli to back Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to stay with the franchise for the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2025.

Heavyweights RCB take on equals MI in opener

Heavyweights RCB take on equals MI in opener

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

However, it remains to be seen how RCB will cope without players like Rajat Patidar and Josh Hazlewood, who both have been sidelined for at least the first half of this IPL due to injuries. Australian Glenn Maxwell is also unlikely to feature in Sunday's game.

PHOTOS: Suryakumar stars in Mumbai's win over RCB

PHOTOS: Suryakumar stars in Mumbai's win over RCB

Rediff.com10 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL 2023 match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday

Just be patient, he will be fine: Chhetri backs Kohli

Just be patient, he will be fine: Chhetri backs Kohli

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Chhetri and Kohli share a special and endearing relationship, bonded by their extraordinary levels of fitness and love for their nation and respective sports.

How Siraj's advice helped RCB debutant Vyshak

How Siraj's advice helped RCB debutant Vyshak

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore's Vyshak Vijaykumar on Sunday said experienced campaigner Mohammed Siraj's advice helped him control his nerves in one of the most important matches of his career.

Kohli, RCB fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Kohli, RCB fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Earlier this season, Kohli was fined 10 percent of his match fees as he 'admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.2 of the IPL Code of Conduct', after RCB's contest against Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Twice In A Row, RCB In KKR Spin Web

Twice In A Row, RCB In KKR Spin Web

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Just like their previous clash earlier this month, Royal Challengers Bangalore once again collapsed against Kolkata Knight Riders's spinners to suffer their second defeat of the season against the Knights.

IPL 2023: RCB name Parnell as replacement for Topley

IPL 2023: RCB name Parnell as replacement for Topley

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore on Friday named Wayne Parnell as the replacement for the injured Reece Topley.

Top Performer: Phil rubs 'Salt' over RCB's wounds

Top Performer: Phil rubs 'Salt' over RCB's wounds

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Phil Salt played an exceptional knock of 87 off just 45 balls.

What a turnaround for Mumbai Indians' Amanjot Kaur

What a turnaround for Mumbai Indians' Amanjot Kaur

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Amanjot Kaur, who was sidelined by a back stress fracture requiring surgery and a ligament tear in her hand after last year's WPL, claimed three wickets for 22 runs before blasting a 27-ball 34 to help MI chase down RCB's 167 with one ball to spare in the WPL match in Bengaluru on Friday.

Smriti Mandhana to lead RCB in Women's Premier League

Smriti Mandhana to lead RCB in Women's Premier League

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

The left-handed batter and India vice-captain was signed up in the recent auction, in Mumbai, for Rs 3.40 crore, the highest price for a player in the WPL auction.

Kohli, Faf hold the key for RCB against toppers GT

Kohli, Faf hold the key for RCB against toppers GT

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Playing IPL 2023's last league stage match, Royal Challengers Bangalore would know what exactly is required of them to qualify for the play-offs, when they face table-toppers Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Declining eyesight won't stop De Villiers from comeback

Declining eyesight won't stop De Villiers from comeback

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

But in a chat with Melinda Farrell on her YouTube channel, de Villiers let it slip that he wishes to play the game again.

'Anytime You Take On India, It's Big'

'Anytime You Take On India, It's Big'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'We're excited about the game, and obviously, if you can win, it builds a lot of momentum going into the semifinal.'

RCB Cheerleaders' UNIQUE Message

RCB Cheerleaders' UNIQUE Message

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The Royal Challengers Bangalore struck a chord with their unique and purpose-driven cheer squad -- Ampere Take Charge Squad.

IPL 2023: RCB replace injured Jacks with Bracewell

IPL 2023: RCB replace injured Jacks with Bracewell

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell will replace injured England batter Will Jacks in the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad for IPL 2023.

RCB captain Faf du Plessis hails Kohli's heroic efforts

RCB captain Faf du Plessis hails Kohli's heroic efforts

Rediff.com22 May 2023

RCB skipper Faf du Plessis couldn't hide his disappointment after the defeat.

After 12 years, Kohli returns to Ranji Trophy

After 12 years, Kohli returns to Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Indian superstar Virat Kohli will play his first Ranji Trophy game since 2012 after making himself available for Delhi's tie against Railways scheduled from January 30.

What made Rishabh Pant anxious before IPL auction?

What made Rishabh Pant anxious before IPL auction?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Pant admitted to feeling immense pressure as his name neared the top of the bidding list. He particularly dreaded being picked by the Punjab Kings, who possessed a massive purse.

WPL: Mentor Sania wants to help RCB's young players

WPL: Mentor Sania wants to help RCB's young players

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Tennis legend Sania Mirza doesn't know much about cricket but as an elite athlete for the last two decades, she feels she can help Royal Challengers Bangalore women cricketers to deal with the mental aspect of things.

Double blow for RCB ahead of IPL

Double blow for RCB ahead of IPL

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Hazlewood will consult Cricket Australia's medical staff before deciding on his participation in the IPL, the report said.

PIX: RCB down hosts LSG in heated IPL contest

PIX: RCB down hosts LSG in heated IPL contest

Rediff.com2 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Ekana Sports City in Lucknow on Monday.

PIX: Scintillating Siraj guides RCB to win over PBKS

PIX: Scintillating Siraj guides RCB to win over PBKS

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Images from the IPL 2023 match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Thursday.