RCB Eyes Maiden IPL Title Under New Captain

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finished second in the IPL 2025 league stage, losing only four matches and securing a Qualifier 1 matchup against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on May 29. Guided by new captain Rajat Patidar, RCB achieved a historic perfect away record and displayed a more balanced team strategy not heavily dependent on their top order. Both RCB and PBKS are vying for their first-ever IPL title, with historical trends favoring the second-place league finisher. Off the field, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have continued to capture fan attention with their visible support and viral celebratory moments. The couple's spiritual outings and public appearances have further strengthened their popularity among supporters. As Qualifier 1 approaches, RCB looks to end its long-standing title drought.