News for 'Before Royal Challengers Bangalore'

'Jos is the best white-ball opener in the world'

'Jos is the best white-ball opener in the world'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Virat Kohli may be leading the IPL charts with 316 runs as an opener, but Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara feels Jos Buttler is, by far, the best white ball opener in world cricket.

SEE: Pollard's in the house!

SEE: Pollard's in the house!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

With the clock ticking down fast for the IPL 2024 opener, players and coaches have started to arrive.

Can Kohli & Co buck history and win tonight?

Can Kohli & Co buck history and win tonight?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

Rajneesh Gupta previews Game 35 in IPL 12: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Will Rohit or Virat smile tonight?

Will Rohit or Virat smile tonight?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

Rajneesh Gupta previews Game 31 in IPL 12: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Can Royals negate Narine threat in top of the table clash?

Can Royals negate Narine threat in top of the table clash?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Royals' star-studded batting will face the serious challenge of decoding Sunil Narine's mystery at Eden Gardens when they take on two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders in a top-of-the-table IPL clash in Kolkata on Tuesday.

Faf du Plessis reflects on tough loss in Eliminator

Faf du Plessis reflects on tough loss in Eliminator

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Faf du Plessis acknowledged his team fell short with the bat despite a valiant effort in their Eliminator loss to Rajasthan Royals.

Bengaluru Stampede: Activist files police complaint against Virat Kohli

Bengaluru Stampede: Activist files police complaint against Virat Kohli

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

A formal complaint has been lodged against Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star batter Virat Kohli Cubbon Park Police Station in Bengaluru on Friday by social activist H M Venkatesh.

Kohli knock keeps Bangalore's IPL playoff hopes alive

Kohli knock keeps Bangalore's IPL playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Kohli opened the innings again and smashed eight fours and two sixes to give Bangalore a platform to chase down 169

Pat Cummins wants to bat? Is bowling becoming extinct?

Pat Cummins wants to bat? Is bowling becoming extinct?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Pat Cummins admitted he'd have loved to be wielding the willow instead

DK 'lost for words' at Virat's consistency

DK 'lost for words' at Virat's consistency

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Before this game. Kohli after three poor outings across which he made just 30 runs in RCB's home matches.

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.

Tilak Varma named India A captain for Asia Cup

Tilak Varma named India A captain for Asia Cup

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Placed in Group B, India A will kick off their campaign against Pakistan on October 19 at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground in Muscat.

In CSK, there is no outside interference or pressure from owners: Bravo

In CSK, there is no outside interference or pressure from owners: Bravo

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

It is not just MS Dhoni's captaincy, or his players' relaxed outlook that makes Chennai Super Kings so dominant in the IPL, for bowling coach Dwayne Bravo also attributes the consistent run to the lack of outside interference.

Poll: MI vs RCB: Who will win?

Poll: MI vs RCB: Who will win?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Monday, September 28, will see Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Mumbai Indians.

IPL PHOTOS: De Villiers, Kohli star as Bangalore thrash Hyderabad

IPL PHOTOS: De Villiers, Kohli star as Bangalore thrash Hyderabad

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 45 runs in their opening match of the Indian Premier League.

Chahal and Maxwell's 'special' bonding

Chahal and Maxwell's 'special' bonding

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

It was a special moment for Rajasthan Royals spin ace Yuzvendra Chahal as he reunited with his former Royal Challengers Bangalore team-mate Glenn Maxwell.

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

Table-toppers Rajasthan Royals need more from their fragile middle-order as they look to return to winning ways against an inconsistent but dangerous Royal Challengers Bangalore in Sunday's IPL match in Bengaluru.

IPL Poll: RCB vs DC: Who will win?

IPL Poll: RCB vs DC: Who will win?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Game 19 of the Indian Premier League will see Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Delhi Capitals at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

IPL: Punjab upset Bangalore to end seven-match losing streak

IPL: Punjab upset Bangalore to end seven-match losing streak

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Kings XI Punjab beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 22 runs in a rain-truncated Indian Premier League game in Mohali.

Numbers Game: All you wanted to know about the IPL

Numbers Game: All you wanted to know about the IPL

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

IPL Season 11 begins on April 7. Rajneesh Gupta has all the numbers.

Check out Kohli's IPL milestone today!

Check out Kohli's IPL milestone today!

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Rajneesh Gupta previews Game 14 in IPL 12: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore.

IPL Poll: PBKS vs RCB: Who will win?

IPL Poll: PBKS vs RCB: Who will win?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

Game 26 in IPL 2021 will see the Punjab Kings take on the Royal Challengers Bangalore at Ahmedabad.

K L Rahul Set For IPL Return?

K L Rahul Set For IPL Return?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Rahul is now at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru ready to take the field in time for LSG's season opener against Rajasthan Royals on March 24.

IPL: Rajasthan Royals rope in Shamsi; RCB sign Garton

IPL: Rajasthan Royals rope in Shamsi; RCB sign Garton

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday roped in South Africa's left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi for the remainder of IPL scheduled to be held in the UAE from September 19.

Bangalore face do-or-die clash against Kolkata

Bangalore face do-or-die clash against Kolkata

Rediff.com12 May 2009

Two defeats against the Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals -- and the Bangalore Royal Challengers have slipped to seventh in the table and would be desperate to make amends when it takes on the battered Kolkata Knight Riders in Pretoria. The Kolkata Knight Riders though will be playing more for pride than points.

Bangalore eye revenge against Punjab

Bangalore eye revenge against Punjab

Rediff.com14 May 2013

A question mark hanging over their play-off chances, Royal Challengers Bangalore return to the comfort of home when they clash with Kings XI Punjab in a crucial Pepsi IPL match on Tuesday.

IPL Poll: SRH vs RCB: Who will win?

IPL Poll: SRH vs RCB: Who will win?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Game 6 in IPL 2021 will see the Sunrisers Hyderabad take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in Chennai.

IPL: Du Plessis fined, Avesh reprimanded

IPL: Du Plessis fined, Avesh reprimanded

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In case of Madhya Pradesh speedster Avesh, there were no financial penalty as a formal warning was deemed to be enough.

PIX: Dhoni lands in Chennai ahead of IPL 2024

PIX: Dhoni lands in Chennai ahead of IPL 2024

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Speculation is rife that this will be Mahendra Singh Dhoni's final IPL season as a player.

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.

Why RCB's Maxwell won't play against Rajasthan Royals

Why RCB's Maxwell won't play against Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Glenn Maxwell will not be available for the match against Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday due to a clause laid down by Cricket Australia for its contracted players.

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

I don't come with premeditation; want to keep bowlers guessing: Kohli

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Virat Kohli feels that opposition bowlers want him to go hammer and tongs every time he comes out to bat, but he prefers adapting to match conditions without any predetermined strategy as he did in his unbeaten century against Rajasthan Royals in an IPL match on Saturday.

Akshay, Rahman, Sonu Nigam to dazzle at IPL 2024 Opener

Akshay, Rahman, Sonu Nigam to dazzle at IPL 2024 Opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff will bring their signature charisma and high-octane energy to the ceremony.

Punjab thrash Bangalore

Punjab thrash Bangalore

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Kings XI Punjab scored their fifth win in a row when they beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by six wickets at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday.

Why RCB Will Wear Blue, Not Red

Why RCB Will Wear Blue, Not Red

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

'We at RCB are honoured to sport the Blue kit, which resembles the colour of the PPE kits of the frontline warriors, to pay tribute to their invaluable service while leading the fight against the Covid pandemic.'

Kohli blitz flattens Hyderabad in Bangalore

Kohli blitz flattens Hyderabad in Bangalore

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Virat Kohli led from the front with a breathtaking unbeaten 93 as Royal Challengers Bangalore made short work of a challenging target from Sunrisers Hyderabad winning by seven wickets in a Pepsi Indian Premier League match in Bangalore.

Will RCB WIN their first game in IPL-12?

Will RCB WIN their first game in IPL-12?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

Rajneesh Gupta previews Game 28 in IPL 12: Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore.

IPL PIX: Gill trumps Kohli as Gujarat Titans oust RCB

IPL PIX: Gill trumps Kohli as Gujarat Titans oust RCB

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Gujarat Titans knocked Royal Challengers Bangalore out of IPL 2023 with a six-wicket win, allowing Mumbai Indians to sneak through as the fourth team in the play-offs.

The Folks Behind RCB's Royal Rout

The Folks Behind RCB's Royal Rout

Rediff.com15 May 2023

RCB bowling RR out in 10.3 overs was the second shortest all-out innings in the IPL.

PHOTOS: Mumbai vs Bangalore, IPL Match 2

PHOTOS: Mumbai vs Bangalore, IPL Match 2

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Images from the second match of the Indian Premier League between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore, on Thursday.