IPL 2025: How has Royal Challengers Bangalore worked in the IPL final? , Cricket news
Royal Challengers Bangalore marched in the IPL final for the fourth time, nearly a decade after its final presence in 2016. The long wait in the IPL 2025 ended, as RCB thrash Punjab Kings to secure the direct ticket in the final in Qualifier 1. In a major performance, Bangalore excluded PBK for only 101 runs, showing its depth and discipline with the ball. The minor target was followed in only 10 overs, in which opener Phil Salat scored 57 runs in 26 delivery while guiding the team’s house. With this win, RCB will now play the final against Punjab Kings on Tuesday, which is his fourth attendance in the IPL final. However, the trophy has continued the franchise in Bangalore despite many close efforts.
His journey in IPL finals so far:2009: Royal Challengers Bangalore reached their first final in Johannesburg, facing Deccan Chargers. Chasing the target of 144, RCB ended at 137 for 9 and lost the final by 6 runs.2011: RCB made its second final presence, this time against Chennai Super Kings. Batting first, CSK stacked 205 for 5. In response, RCB struggled to speed up and lost by 58 runs to end at 147 for 8.2016: In its third final, RCB took Sunrisers Hyderabad in a high scoring encounter. SRH posted 208 for 7, and despite a strong start in chasing, RCB scored 200 for 7 and scored 8 runs.Quiz: Who is that IPL player? Now in 2025, RCB has a golden opportunity to re -write his legacy. As they prepare to take the Punjab kings, who take themselves themselves chasing the first title, the big question is, can Royal Challengers Bangalore finally break zinc and bring the trophy home? Tuesday’s final may be the chapter where the years have finally been kept for rest.
