Chris Gayle, a thrusting Jamaican left-hander was born on September 21st 1979 in Kingston, Jamaica.

“A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work” – A quote that perhaps describes the lanky left-arm seamer Sreenath Aravind the best. The 28-year old Bengaluru boy created ripples in the Indian cricketing circuit with his wicket taking abilities in the IPL of 2011. Filling in for injured Dirk Nannes, Aravind impressed all by scalping 21 wickets from just 13 matches, playing a vital role in taking the team up to the final of the tournament that season. Much to his surprise, his skills earned him a place in the national team against England later in 2011.

Chris Gayle, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers form a batting line up to die for in T20s. RCB thrilled the crowds again this season and the M Chinnaswamy turned into one big carnival every time the men in red and gold played in Bangalore. Despite the superb batting, cruelly, the team fell short of making it to the play offs on net run rate. But still, runs were plundered, records were broken and innings that will be remembered and talked about for years to come were played this season by RCB batsmen. Here’s a look at who did what this season:

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sri Lanka legend Muttiah Muralitharan is known to be a mischievous and non-stop chatterbox.

As die hard fans of RCB we all have a lot to talk about the season we've just had in IPL 5.

Royal Challengers Bangalore batsmen AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle were among the players who received prizes for their performance in IPL 5 on Sunday night at Chennai.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore came up 9 runs short in a small chase against the Deccan Chargers at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday evening, losing a spot in the IPL 5 playoffs in the process.

Deccan Chargers vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Sunday, May 20th 4 pm Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

A celebration was a must after the Royal Challengers Bangalore beat the table toppers Delhi Daredevils, here is a sneak peek in to the celebrations after the awesome win at the Feroze Shah Kotla.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore overcame a nervous passage to deliver a 21 run stomping to the table toppers Delhi Daredevils at the Feroze Shah Kotla in Delhi on Thursday night.

The Mumbai Indians edged the Royal Challengers Bangalore by 5 wickets in a tense finish at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday evening.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians Monday, May 14th 4 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

The Royal Challengers Bangalore consigned the Pune Warriors India to a 35 run defeat to go to 3rd place in the 2012 IPL points table at the Sahara Stadium in Pune on Friday night.

Pune Warriors India vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Friday, May 11th 8 pm Sahara Stadium, Pune

The Royal Challengers Bangalore pulverized the Mumbai Indians for a staggering 9 wicket at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday night.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore picked up a 5 wicket win against the Deccan Chargers at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Sunday night.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Deccan Chargers Saturday, May 6th 8 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

Royal Challengers Bangalore have signed Prasanth Parameswaran, the left-handed paceman from Kerala, as a replacement for the injured S. Aravind.

Nevermind fairytale stories, the IPL can be a rocky road.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore almost pulled off a miraculous come from nowhere victory at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday night before the Kings XI Punjab sealed a 4 wicket win off the penultimate ball of the last over.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kings XI Punjab Wednesday, May 2nd 8 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

This was the away match for Vettori and co. They were facing KKR at their den which and looked forward to snatch some points from the high flying KKR team.

You carry your passion deep in your heart. It’s there keeping you awake the night before a big game. It’s there massaging you after a hard fought win. You bask in the glory the next day, the warmth coming in from within. You wish there was one more way to wear your passion.

We are in the middle of the IPL roller coaster carnival! Are you enjoying the ride so far? I hope you have not been disappointed by the unfolding RCB attractions - both on and off the field. For every stress, challenge, victory or defeat we face, we draw inspiration from each one of you - our loyal and passionate fans.

Customers holding a valid purchased ticket for RCB vs CSK Cricket match originally scheduled on 25th April 2012 at M. Chinnaswamy stadium, now stand abandoned, may avail of refund or exchange of match tickets as follows.

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Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings Wednesday, April 25th 8 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Monday, April 23rd 8 pm Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Jaipur

Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Friday, April 20th 8 pm Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali

A win to savor, some memories to cherish and many hopes reignited. This summed up our performance against the Pune Warriors the other night.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore beat the Pune Warriors India by 6 wickets at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Tuesday night.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Pune Warriors India Tuesday, April 17th 8 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

Ajinkya Rahane struck a superb ton as the Rajasthan Royals won against the Royal Challengers Bangalore by 59 runs at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Sunday night.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals Sunday, April 15th 8 pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

The Royal Challengers Bangalore were edged out by the Chennai Super Kings by 5 wickets in a runfest that saw 413 runs being scored at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday evening.

Our first loss, our first away match coming up: here's what Coach Ray Jennings has to say..

Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Thursday, April 12th 4 pm M A Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

The Kolkata Knight Riders picked up their first win of the 2012 IPL in their effort, a 42 run win against the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Tuesday.

On the day of RCB's second IPL 5 Match, expectations are high... Here's what we need - a one-on-one with Coach Ray Jennings !

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders Tuesday, April 10th 4pm M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore

Sapling signed by DD Captain Virender Sehwag in recognition of RCB's Go Green efforts.