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RCB in IPL 2025 Final: Full Journey from League to Finale

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have reached the IPL final for the fourth time in the history of the tournament, ending a nine-year gap since their last final appearance in 2016. With a dominant campaign in IPL 2025, RCB have reignited hopes of clinching their first-ever IPL title.

RCB’s Performance in IPL 2025 League Stage

RCB had a solid league phase, showcasing balance across batting and bowling. They finished in the top two on the points table, earning a direct ticket to Qualifier 1.

League Stage Summary:

  • Matches Played: 14
  • Wins: 9
  • Losses: 4
  • NR: 1
  • Points: 18
  • Net Run Rate: +0.512
  • League Position: 2nd

The team registered crucial victories over CSK, MI, RR, and LSG, with standout performances from Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, and Josh Hazlewood. Their only setbacks came in tight contests, indicating their ability to bounce back under pressure.

Qualifier 1: RCB vs PBKS – Statement Win

In Qualifier 1, RCB delivered a commanding performance against Punjab Kings:

  • Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium, Mullanpur
  • Result: RCB won by 8 wickets
  • PBKS Score: 101 all out (14.1 overs)
  • RCB Score: 102/2 (10.0 overs)

Key Performers:

  • Phil Salt: 56 runs off 24 balls
  • Suyash Sharma & Josh Hazlewood: Crucial wickets to dismantle PBKS early
  • Yash Dayal: Tight line and pace pressure

IPL 2025 Final: Match Schedule

  • Date: June 3, 2025
  • Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
  • Opponent: Winner of Qualifier 2 (Punjab Kings vs Winner of Eliminator – MI or GT)
  • Start Time: 7:30 PM IST

RCB’s Final Appearances in IPL

Year Opponent Result
2009 Deccan Chargers Lost
2011 Chennai Super Kings Lost
2016 Sunrisers Hyderabad Lost
2025 TBD To Be Played

Star Contributors in RCB’s 2025 Campaign

Batting Highlights

  • Phil Salt: Explosive at the top, key to quick starts
  • Virat Kohli: Anchor in the middle overs
  • Faf du Plessis: Experience and stability
  • Rajat Patidar: Crucial knocks in middle-order pressure situations

Bowling Impact

  • Josh Hazlewood: Clinical with the new ball
  • Suyash Sharma: Game-changing spin
  • Yash Dayal: Economical in death overs
  • Glenn Maxwell: Handy all-round contributions
Sumit Arora

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