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IPL 2025: Royal Chellengers Bengaluru SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI

There's a buzz of excitement in the camp at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the franchise begins its bid for a maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) crown. RCB, who are one of the three teams from the inaugural season yet to win the IPL, have a new captain in Rajat Patidar for IPL 2025, taking over the reigns from Faf du Plessis who was let go by the franchise after two top-four finishes in the last three seasons. RCB will kick-off their campaign on the opening day against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on Saturday, March 22.

"Virat Kohli Needs To Be The Captain Of...": AB De Villiers' Honest Advice To RCB

South Africa batting great AB de Villiers believes Virat Kohli should focus on playing smart cricket and continue controlling the game this season as RCB possess immense firepower with Phil Salt expected to ease the pressure on the Indian superstar. Despite being one of RCB's most consistent performers, Kohli's strike rate was a topic of discussion past two seasons. However, with the Bengaluru franchise acquiring the English duo of Salt and Liam Livingstone, along with Australian Tim David and West Indian Romario Shepherd -- all fearless strikers of the ball -- de Villiers feels Kohli can play with more freedom.

"It Will Be Very, Very Funny": Virat Kohli, Phil Salt Banter At RCB Event Leaves Fans In Splits

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Unbox 2025 event took place on Monday at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The air buzzed with excitement as RCB's incredible fans were treated to a carnival as they enjoyed an unforgettable day of fun and frolic alongside their cricketing superstars. The even is a great initiative by the franchise as it gives fans a brilliant opportunity to interact with the players, ahead of the IPL season. In this edition, RCB will be led by batter Rajat Patidar but star batter Virat Kohli will always remain the biggest attraction of the team.

De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck

NEW DELHI : Team balance and Virat Kohli's reassuring presence in the top order have convinced AB de Villiers that his former club Royal Challengers Bengaluru can win their maiden Indian Premier League title this year.

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season as the reigning champions, having pulled off arguably the most dominant campaign in IPL history in 2024. Despite the hurdle of their mega auction, most of KKR's title-winning core has remained. However, some big changes have also taken place. Gautam Gambhir now wears blue, not purple. So does Abhishek Nayar, who was instrumental in nurturing the team's Indian core. And most importantly, while captaincy has been handed to capable hands, it isn't someone of the KKR mould.

Ben Stokes In Contention To Assume Leadership Of England's White-Ball Team

England's white-ball cricket is at a crossroads following Jos Buttler's resignation as captain after a dismal Champions Trophy campaign. With managing director Rob Key determined to find the "best person" to take over, discussions have sparked over whether Test captain Ben Stokes could also assume leadership in ODIs. Stokes, who played his last 50-over match in England's disappointing 2023 World Cup defense, remains an option. Key acknowledged Stokes' exceptional leadership qualities, saying, "Ben Stokes is one of the best captains I've ever seen, so it'd be stupid not to look at him," Key told Sky Sports.

South Africa Outclass England, Eliminate Afghanistan, Seal Champions Trophy Semi-Final Spot

South Africa cruised into the Champions Trophy semifinals in dominant fashion, defeating England by seven wickets to top Group B here on Saturday. Opting to bat, England were bundled out for 179 in 38.2 overs as South Africa's bowlers delivered a disciplined performance. With the modest target ensuring their semifinal berth by the innings break, the Proteas comfortably chased it down in 29.1 overs to finish with five points, two ahead of Australia. They will now face the Group A runners-up in the semifinals, with India and New Zealand set to battle for Group A placings in Dubai on Sunday.

South Africa vs England LIVE Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

South Africa vs England, Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE Streaming: South Africa are all set to face England in their last Group B match of Champions Trophy 2025 on Saturday in Karachi. As the battle for the semifinals intensifies in Group B, top-ranked South Africa will aim to assert their dominance and secure a spot in the final four. With Australia's qualification, only one spot is left and the competition is between the Proteas and Afghanistan. A crushing loss by eight runs to Afghanistan not only sent England out of the contention for the semifinals but also kept the Asian team's hopes alive of making to the final four.

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IPL 2025: Royal Chellengers Bengaluru SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI

"Virat Kohli Needs To Be The Captain Of...": AB De Villiers' Honest Advice To RCB

"It Will Be Very, Very Funny": Virat Kohli, Phil Salt Banter At RCB Event Leaves Fans In Splits

De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI

Ben Stokes In Contention To Assume Leadership Of England's White-Ball Team

South Africa Outclass England, Eliminate Afghanistan, Seal Champions Trophy Semi-Final Spot

South Africa vs England LIVE Streaming, Champions Trophy 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch