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Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden IPL title on June 3, 2025, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in a thrilling final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli, who has played for only one IPL franchise across his entire career, was visibly emotional as the trophy was finally lifted.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru head into IPL 2026 as defending champions with a core group retained from their title-winning side including Kohli, Patidar, Salt and Hazlewood.
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After an emotional championship win in 2025, all eyes are on Kohli as RCB begin defending their IPL crown. Can he push his career total past 9,000 IPL runs?
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Captain Patidar spoke ahead of the IPL 2026 opener about defending the title and whether RCB can become the first back-to-back champions since Mumbai Indians in 2020.
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After 18 seasons, countless heartbreaks and millions of faithful fans, RCB lifted the IPL trophy. A promise made, a promise kept.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru is one of the most iconic cricket franchises in the Indian Premier League. Founded in 2008 and owned by United Spirits Limited, the club is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka and plays its home matches at the legendary M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Known for their red and black jersey, RCB commands one of the largest fanbases in world cricket. Their rallying cry, Ee Sala Cup Namdu (this year the cup is ours), became a symbol of hope across 18 seasons before finally ringing true in June 2025.
"18 years of storms, for one perfect sunrise." — RCB Official, June 3, 2025
Powered by franchise legend Virat Kohli, who has played for only one IPL franchise across his entire career, RCB also boasts iconic alumni like AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle. The current era is led by captain Rajat Patidar, who guided the team to their maiden IPL title in his first full season as skipper.
History Timeline
2008
Founded and First Season
RCB plays their first IPL season. A young Virat Kohli joins the squad.
2009
First Final Appearance
RCB reach the IPL final for the first time, finishing as runners-up.
2011
Second Final, Heartbreak Again
Another runners-up finish. AB de Villiers joins the franchise.
2016
Kohli's Historic Season
Virat Kohli scores 973 runs in a single IPL season, a record that still stands. RCB reach the final for the third time.
2022
Play Bold Era Begins
RCB rebrands with the Play Bold identity and strengthens squad depth.
2025
IPL Champions at Last
18 years of heartbreak ended at Ahmedabad. RCB beat PBKS by 6 runs. Ee Sala Cup Namdu, finally a reality.
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