Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 Schedule: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season with a major leadership change, as Rajat Patidar takes over the captaincy from Faf du Plessis, who has joined Delhi Capitals. Patidar becomes RCB’s eighth captain, bringing fresh energy to the franchise.
Having joined RCB in 2021, Patidar initially played only four games in his debut season. He made a strong comeback in 2022 as a replacement player for Luvnith Sisodia and has since been a key part of the team’s batting lineup. Ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, RCB surprised many by retaining only three players: Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, and Virat Kohli.
During the RCB Unbox event, Kohli expressed his confidence in Patidar’s leadership, stating:
“This guy (Patidar) is going to lead you for a long time. He has got everything that is required (to succeed). He is going to do a great job.”
The 18th season of the IPL will open with a high-intensity clash as RCB takes on the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. RCB’s first home game will be against Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 2 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
As per the IPL 2025 schedule, RCB will play four of their last six matches at home, potentially giving them a strong advantage in the latter stages of the tournament.
TATA IPL 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Owner: United Spirits (Diageo India)
- Coach: Andy Flower
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Captain: Rajat Patidar
- Vice-Captain: Yet to be announced
Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 Full Schedule
| No. | Date | Day | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | March 22 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | KKR vs RCB | Kolkata |
| 2 | March 28 | Friday | 7:30 PM | CSK vs RCB | Chennai |
| 3 | April 2 | Wednesday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs GT | Bengaluru |
| 4 | April 7 | Monday | 7:30 PM | MI vs RCB | Mumbai |
| 5 | April 10 | Thursday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs DC | Bengaluru |
| 6 | April 13 | Sunday | 3:30 PM | RR vs RCB | Jaipur |
| 7 | April 18 | Friday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs PBKS | Bengaluru |
| 8 | April 20 | Sunday | 3:30 PM | PBKS vs RCB | Mullanpur |
| 9 | April 24 | Thursday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs RR | Bengaluru |
| 10 | April 27 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | DC vs RCB | Delhi |
| 11 | May 3 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs CSK | Bengaluru |
| 12 | May 9 | Friday | 7:30 PM | LSG vs RCB | Lucknow |
| 13 | May 13 | Tuesday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs SRH | Bengaluru |
| 14 | May 17 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | RCB vs KKR | Bengaluru |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 Squad
Rajat Patidar (Captain), Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, Glenn Maxwell, Mohammed Siraj, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Karthik, Cameron Green, Will Jacks, Karn Sharma, Suyash Prabhudessai, Anuj Rawat, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Reece Topley, Rajan Kumar, Himanshu Sharma, Akash Deep, Finn Allen, Harshal Patel, Shardul Thakur.
How Royal Challengers Bengaluru Performed in IPL 2024
Royal Challengers Bengaluru had a disappointing run in IPL 2024, failing to qualify for the playoffs. Despite stellar individual performances from Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell, RCB struggled with consistency.
- Virat Kohli was the team’s leading run-scorer, continuing his legacy as RCB’s most dependable batter.
- Mohammed Siraj led the pace attack, but RCB’s bowling unit lacked depth, leading to crucial losses.
- Faf du Plessis, who captained RCB in 2024, was released ahead of the auction and picked by Delhi Capitals.
With a new captain and a fresh strategy, RCB will aim to turn things around in IPL 2025 and finally claim their maiden IPL trophy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025
1. Who is the captain of RCB in IPL 2025?
Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of RCB for IPL 2025, replacing Faf du Plessis.
2. Who is the head coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025?
Andy Flower, the former Zimbabwean cricketer, is the head coach of RCB for IPL 2025.
3. Where will Royal Challengers Bengaluru play their home matches?
RCB will play their home matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
4. Who are the key players in RCB’s IPL 2025 squad?
Some of the key players for RCB this season include:
- Rajat Patidar (Captain, Batsman)
- Virat Kohli (Batsman, Senior Team Member)
- Glenn Maxwell (All-rounder)
- Mohammed Siraj (Fast Bowler)
- Cameron Green (All-rounder)
- Wanindu Hasaranga (Spinner)
5. When is RCB’s first match in IPL 2025?
RCB will begin their IPL 2025 campaign against defending champions KKR on March 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM in Kolkata.
6. Where can I watch RCB’s IPL 2025 matches?
IPL 2025 matches will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and live-streamed on JioCinema.
7. How many times have RCB won the IPL title?
RCB are yet to win an IPL title. They have finished runners-up three times (2009, 2011, 2016) but are still chasing their maiden championship.
