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Here's why RCB players were wearing 'Black' arm bands

Here's why RCB players were wearing 'Black' arm bands

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

RCB stars were wearing black armbands to honour Harshal's late sister.

Middle order stability the key as RCB take on CSK

Middle order stability the key as RCB take on CSK

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Chennai Super Kings will look to step up the pace in the middle overs and hope their inspirational skipper M S Dhoni takes the field despite a knee niggle against fierce rivals Royal Challengers Bangalore in the eagerly awaited Southern derby in the IPL, in Bengaluru, on Monday.

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

How the IPL teams have shaped up after the auction.

When Virat Kohli had no belief and 'tank was empty'

When Virat Kohli had no belief and 'tank was empty'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Kohli's decision to quit RCB captaincy came after he had made up his mind to step down as India's T20 skipper, following the 2021 T20 World Cup

How RCB's Gearing Up For Stressful Games

How RCB's Gearing Up For Stressful Games

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

'Winding down for team dinner before we hit the road for the away leg.'

IPL PIX: CSK edge RCB by 8 runs in high-scoring encounter

IPL PIX: CSK edge RCB by 8 runs in high-scoring encounter

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru on Monday.

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player of IPL 2023.

Can Proteas Overcome Flaws In Semis?

Can Proteas Overcome Flaws In Semis?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Chasing targets has been their Achilles heel throughout the tournament. The same batters who've plundered the bowling and scored daddy hundreds batting first, have resembled pale shadows of themselves chasing targets.

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

How Siraj turned around his bowling during Covid lockdown!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Mohammed Siraj grabbed four wickets to lead his side to a 24-run win over Punjab Kings.

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

PHOTOS: DC demolish RCB with convincing 7-wicket win

PHOTOS: DC demolish RCB with convincing 7-wicket win

Rediff.com6 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL 2023 match between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore in New Delhi on Saturday

With Test cricket in mind, fancy shots don't interest Kohli

With Test cricket in mind, fancy shots don't interest Kohli

Rediff.com19 May 2023

'We've got Test cricket after the IPL, so I've got to stay true to my technique and find ways to win games for my team, something that I take a lot of pride in.'

Struggling Delhi Capitals eye turnaround against RCB

Struggling Delhi Capitals eye turnaround against RCB

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Delhi are enduring a poor start to the season as they have lost all their four games in IPL 2023 so far.

IPL 2023: Big setback for RCB; Patidar set to miss first half

IPL 2023: Big setback for RCB; Patidar set to miss first half

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Patidar, who was one of the top performers for RCB last season, is currently undergoing rehab at the NCA

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

'RCB is the world's first carbon neutral cricket team and the foremost cricket franchise in the world.'

Do-or-die for KKR as they take on RCB

Do-or-die for KKR as they take on RCB

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Struggling KKR seek change of fortunes against RCB

Taking risks pays off in IPL, says Rohit Sharma

Taking risks pays off in IPL, says Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma feels most teams, including his own, are taking risks in the ongoing IPL and it is paying them rich dividends.

The IPL 2023 Dream Team

The IPL 2023 Dream Team

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Check out the best playing XI from the IPL 2023 league stage.

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.

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Captain Rohit Sharma's form with the bat and bowling in the death overs will be a huge concern for hosts Mumbai Indians when they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday.

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Punjab Kings would be sweating over skipper Shikhar Dhawan's injury at a time when they need all their firepower against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

T20 WC: Felled Australia to take it one game at a time

T20 WC: Felled Australia to take it one game at a time

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

With batsman Steve Smith and all-rounder Cameron Green in reserve in the squad, some pundits had called on Australia to make changes for the next Super 12 game against former champions Sri Lanka in Perth on Tuesday.

Could Rashid Khan Be The Next MVP?

Could Rashid Khan Be The Next MVP?

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2023 after Game 61.

'Conway has caught the Kane Williamson bug'

'Conway has caught the Kane Williamson bug'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Former New Zealand spinner John Bracewell believes charismatic batter Devon Conway has caught the 'Kane Williamson bug' to keep learning from past mistakes and making rapid improvements.

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

'One of the best pace-bowling allrounders, but gave up too quickly'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

While SA great Lance Klusener hailed Hardik Pandya as one of the best fast-bowling allrounders, he believes Pandya gave up on Test cricket too easily.

IPL 2022: Du Plessis replaces Kohli as RCB captain

IPL 2022: Du Plessis replaces Kohli as RCB captain

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Former South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis has been named the new captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore, replacing Indian batter Virat Kohli who stepped down after the 2021 season.

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.

The Ageless Wonders Of IPL 2023

The Ageless Wonders Of IPL 2023

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

In a world where age and form seem to be at odds with each other, these IPL veterans defied expectations wrote their own narratives and left us all marveling at their incredible staying power.

What are Kohli, du Plessis up to?

What are Kohli, du Plessis up to?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The South African couldn't control his laughter as Kohli whispered something in his ears.

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.

PIX: Kohli hammers sixth IPL ton as RCB clinch 8-wkt win over SRH

PIX: Kohli hammers sixth IPL ton as RCB clinch 8-wkt win over SRH

Rediff.com19 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Dhoni, Kohli Laugh And Dance

Dhoni, Kohli Laugh And Dance

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

'A game of bonds, friendships and brotherhood!', CSK captioned the video on Instagram.

What Kohli needs to do to up scoring rate post Powerplay

What Kohli needs to do to up scoring rate post Powerplay

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Smith agreed with his one-time rival Ricky Ponting that there is no place for anchor batters, especially in Indian conditions.

David Warner silences critics with impressive IPL knock

David Warner silences critics with impressive IPL knock

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Warner's impressive innings came after Australia selectors on Wednesday retained him in the squad for the WTC

Turning Point: MI's Horror Start

Turning Point: MI's Horror Start

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians's top-order failed to fire in unison as they lost to the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

K L Rahul to undergo surgery; miss IPL 2023, WTC Final

K L Rahul to undergo surgery; miss IPL 2023, WTC Final

Rediff.com5 May 2023

K L Rahul is set for a lengthy lay-off after following the surgery for his thigh injury.

PHOTOS: RR suffer embarrassing 59-all out defeat to RCB

PHOTOS: RR suffer embarrassing 59-all out defeat to RCB

Rediff.com14 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL 2023 match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore in Jaipur on Sunday

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.

Big money, big names: Major League Cricket looks to crack US market

Big money, big names: Major League Cricket looks to crack US market

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Five years after USA Cricket shared its plans to launch a domestic T20 tournament, the inaugural edition of the MLC kicked off having assembled an impressive array of investors.

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR down RCB to return to winning ways

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR down RCB to return to winning ways

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Kolkata Knight Riders bounced back from a four-match losing streak as they outclassed Royal Challengers Bangalore by 21 runs.