Founded: 2008
Coach: Andy Flower
Home ground: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
IPL titles: 0
Owners: United Spirits
Currently gearing up for IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a powerhouse in the Indian Premier League (IPL), embarked on its journey in 2008, with a mission to conquer cricket’s grandest T20 stage. Representing the vibrant city of Bengaluru, RCB has been home to cricketing legends and fan favorites. Though the coveted IPL title has remained elusive, the team has consistently showcased stellar performances, reaching multiple playoffs and finals. Known for its passionate fan base and charismatic players, RCB’s thrilling encounters and pursuit of glory have made them a perennial favorite in the cricketing extravaganza, adding a distinct flavor to each IPL season.
RCB News
RCB Squad
| S.No | Player Name |
| 1 | Virat Kohli |
| 2 | Rajat Patidar |
| 3 | Yash Dayal |
| 4 | Liam Livingstone |
| 5 | Phil Salt |
| 6 | Jitesh Sharma |
| 7 | Josh Hazlewood |
| 8 | Rasikh Dar |
| 9 | Suyash Sharma |
| 10 | Krunal Pandya |
| 11 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
| 12 | Swapnil Singh |
| 13 | Tim David |
| 14 | Romario Shepherd |
| 15 | Nuwan Thushara |
| 16 | Manoj Bhandage |
| 17 | Jacob Bethell |
| 18 | Devdutt Padikkal |
| 19 | Swastik Chhikara |
| 20 | Lungi Ngidi |
| 21 | Abhinandan Singh |
| 22 | Mohit Rathee |
RCB Short bio
Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are a franchise cricket team that competes in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The franchise, one of the original eight IPL teams, has lost all three of its IPL final appearances (in 2009 against the Deccan Chargers, in 2011 against the Chennai Super Kings, and in 2016 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad). In the 2011 CLT20, the team also placed second, losing to the Mumbai Indians in the championship match.
RCB logo and jersey
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has undergone various changes to their logo and jersey designs over the years. The RCB logo typically features a prominent golden lion head, signifying strength and determination. The team’s jersey colors have varied, ranging from red and gold to black. These design elements are often revamped or modified in different IPL seasons, sometimes incorporating innovative themes or collaborations.
| Jersey Colour | Red |
| Mian Rivals | Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings |
| Key Players | Virat Kohli |
Administration & Support Staff
| Role | Name |
| Chairman | Prathmesh Mishra |
| Batting Coach and Mentor | Dinesh Karthik |
| Vice President & Head | Rajesh Menon |
| Head of Marketing & Revenue | Nikhil Sosale |
| Head of Content & Digital | Ajith Ramamurthy |
| Head Coach | Andy Flower |
| Bowling Coach | Adam Griffith |
| Fielding Coach and Talent Scout | Malolan Rangarajan |
| Director of Cricket Operations | Mo Bobat |
| Strength and Conditioning Coach | Shanker Basu |
| Team Physio | Evan Speechly |
| Team Analyst | Freddie Wilde |
| Sports Massage Therapist | Navnita Gautam |
| Masseur & Caretaker | Ramesh Mane |
| Masseur | Mangesh |
| Wellness Expert | Dr. Chaitanya Sridhar |
RCB Sponsors
Muthoot Fincorp, DP World (Dubai Ports World), Reliance Jio, Exide, MPL (Mobile Premier League), Meesho, Chola MS General Insurance, boAt, Puma, Nippon Paint, Kingfisher, Nestlé Munch, BuyStars,
RCB Batting Stats
| Player | Years | Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
| V. Kohli | 2008-2024 | 267 | 258 | 40 | 8,428 | 113* | 38.66 | 6,347 | 132.78 | 8 | 57 | 750 | 286 |
| AB de Villiers | 2011-2021 | 157 | 145 | 35 | 4,522 | 133* | 41.1 | 2,856 | 158.33 | 2 | 37 | 363 | 240 |
| CH Gayle | 2011-2017 | 91 | 90 | 11 | 3,420 | 175* | 43.29 | 2,215 | 154.4 | 5 | 21 | 263 | 263 |
| F. du Plessis | 2022-2024 | 45 | 45 | 2 | 1,636 | 96 | 38.04 | 1,113 | 146.99 | – | 15 | 156 | 70 |
| JH Kallis | 2008-2010 | 46 | 46 | 8 | 1,271 | 89* | 33.44 | 1,123 | 113.17 | – | 11 | 139 | 24 |
| GJ Maxwell | 2021-2024 | 52 | 50 | 6 | 1,266 | 78 | 28.77 | 795 | 159.24 | – | 12 | 114 | 69 |
| R. Dravid | 2008-2010 | 52 | 45 | 5 | 1,132 | 75* | 28.3 | 946 | 119.66 | – | 5 | 121 | 20 |
RCB Bowling Stats
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | Balls | Overs | Mdns | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W | 10W |
| YS Chahal | 2014-2021 | 113 | 112 | 2,424 | 404 | 4 | 3,063 | 139 | 4/25 | 22.03 | 7.58 | 17.43 | 2 | – | – |
| HV Patel | 2012-2023 | 80 | 77 | 1,624 | 270 | 2 | 2,294 | 99 | 5/27 | 23.17 | 8.47 | 16.4 | 2 | 1 | – |
| Mohammed Siraj | 2018-2024 | 87 | 87 | 1,820 | 303 | 4 | 2,610 | 83 | 4/21 | 31.44 | 8.6 | 21.92 | 1 | – | – |
| R Vinay Kumar | 2008-2013 | 70 | 69 | 1,432 | 238 | – | 1,982 | 80 | 4/40 | 24.77 | 8.3 | 17.9 | 1 | – | – |
| A Kumble | 2008-2010 | 51 | 51 | 1,174 | 195 | 1 | 1,303 | 53 | 5/5 | 24.58 | 6.65 | 22.15 | 2 | 1 | – |
| S Aravind | 2011-2017 | 44 | 44 | 898 | 149 | – | 1,288 | 51 | 4/14 | 25.25 | 8.6 | 17.6 | 2 | – | – |
Team Performance
RCB in 2008:
Finished the season at 7th position
RCB in 2009:
Runners up
RCB in 2010:
They reached the playoffs.
RCB in 2011:
Runners-up
RCB in 2012:
They finished at 5th spot in points table.
RCB in 2013:
They finished at 5th spot in points table.
RCB in 2014:
Finished at 7th position in points table.
RCB in 2015:
They reached the playoffs.
RCB in 2016:
Runners up
RCB in 2018:
They finished at 8th position in points table.
RCB in 2019:
Ended at 6th position in points table.
RCB in 2020:
They finishes at 8th position in points table
RCB in 2021:
Playoffs
RCB in 2022:
Playoffs
RCB in 2023:
Playoffs
RCB in 2024
Playoffs
FAQ
How many times have RCB won the IPL?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has not won an IPL trophy yet.
Who is the owner of RCB?
United Spirits
What players have RCB purchased in 2025?
Liam Livingstone: Rs 8.75 crore, Phil Salt: Rs 11.50 crore, Jitesh Sharma: Rs 11 crore, Josh Hazlewood: Rs 12.5 crore, Rasikh Dar: Rs 6 crore, Suyash Sharma: Rs 2.6 crore, Krunal Pandya: Rs 5.75 crore, Bhuvneshwar Kumar: Rs 10.75 crore, Swapnil Singh: Rs 50 lakh, Tim David: Rs 3 crore, Romario Shepherd: Rs 1.5 crore, Nuwan Thushara: Rs 1.6 crore, Manoj Bhandage: Rs 30 lakh, Jacob Bethell: Rs 2.6 crore, Devdutt Padikkal: Rs 2 crore, Swastik Chikara: Rs 30 lakh, Lungi Ngidi: Rs 1 crore, Abhinandan Singh: Rs 30 lakh, Mohit Rathee: Rs 30 lakh.
Which players have RCB retained in 2025?
Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal and Rajat Patidar.
