Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is the Bengaluru-based team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Women’s Premier League (WPL), and the reigning champions in both the competitions.
RCB, a cricketing powerhouse, has one of the most passionate fan bases in cricket with a massive cultural influence. RCB has captivated fans with its bold and entertaining performances and never-give-up attitude, reflected in our philosophy of #PlayBold.
Since our first appearance in the IPL final in 2009, RCB has delivered thrilling cricket, final appearances in 2011 and 2016, the most consistent playoffs record in the IPL since 2020 with 6 playoff appearances in 7 years, and this effort culminating with back to back IPL trophies in 2025 and 2026.
Under the new leadership of Director of Cricket Mo Bobat, head coach Andy Flower, and captain Rajat Patidar, RCB has solidified a team culture that embraces both experience and emerging talent. Fuelled by Virat Kohli’s iconic presence and support, RCB aims to inspire and push boundaries every season.
The RCB squad in the IPL is a powerhouse, a seamless blend of international icons and India’s finest emerging talents. Anchored by seasoned performers like Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Parikkal, Yash Dayal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, Venkatesh Iyer and Jitesh Sharma, the Indian core brims with firepower, ready to dominate and leave opponents in their wake. Complementing this core are the highly talented Indian domestic players, adding depth and firepower to the team's arsenal.
On the international front, RCB boasts a lineup of proven match-winners, including explosive all-rounders in Tim David, and Romario Shepherd, who complement dynamic wicket-keeper batter Phil Salt. The bowling wears a cloak of variety led by Josh Hazlewood, with slinging sensation Nuwan Thushara and top T20 fast bowler Jacob Duffy in the mix. Add to this the young and enigmatic game-changers Jacob Bethell and Jordan Cox, the RCB’s overseas contingent, with their pedigree and potential, bring a new dimension to the squad.
By becoming only the third team in the IPL to win back-to-back trophies, RCB is geared up to shatter expectations, chase greatness, and uphold the lofty standards that have defined this franchise.
Since our first appearance in the IPL final in 2009, RCB has delivered thrilling cricket, final appearances in 2011 and 2016, the most consistent playoffs record in the IPL since 2020 with 6 playoff appearances in 7 years, and this effort culminating with back to back IPL trophies in 2025 and 2026.
Under the new leadership of Director of Cricket Mo Bobat, head coach Andy Flower, and captain Rajat Patidar, RCB has solidified a team culture that embraces both experience and emerging talent. Fuelled by Virat Kohli’s iconic presence and support, RCB aims to inspire and push boundaries every season.
The RCB squad in the IPL is a powerhouse, a seamless blend of international icons and India’s finest emerging talents. Anchored by seasoned performers like Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Parikkal, Yash Dayal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, Venkatesh Iyer and Jitesh Sharma, the Indian core brims with firepower, ready to dominate and leave opponents in their wake. Complementing this core are the highly talented Indian domestic players, adding depth and firepower to the team's arsenal.
On the international front, RCB boasts a lineup of proven match-winners, including explosive all-rounders in Tim David, and Romario Shepherd, who complement dynamic wicket-keeper batter Phil Salt. The bowling wears a cloak of variety led by Josh Hazlewood, with slinging sensation Nuwan Thushara and top T20 fast bowler Jacob Duffy in the mix. Add to this the young and enigmatic game-changers Jacob Bethell and Jordan Cox, the RCB’s overseas contingent, with their pedigree and potential, bring a new dimension to the squad.
By becoming only the third team in the IPL to win back-to-back trophies, RCB is geared up to shatter expectations, chase greatness, and uphold the lofty standards that have defined this franchise.
In the WPL, RCB is led by the charismatic and talented Smriti Mandhana, one of the icons of Indian cricket at such a young age, and a leader the team and fans respect and admire. The squad boasts of arguably the greatest women cricketer in Ellyse Perry, the young, dashing wicketkeeper and finisher Richa Ghosh, fast bowling sensation Lauren Bell, local Bengaluru talent Shreyanka Patil and several other inspiring cricketers. The squad is led by Head Coach Malolan Rangarajan who has donned many key roles over the years at RCB.
RCB’s philosophy, #PlayBold, is more than just a tagline - it reflects the team’s fearless style of play, resilience, and connection with fans which resonates both on and off the field!
RCB’s philosophy, #PlayBold, is more than just a tagline - it reflects the team’s fearless style of play, resilience, and connection with fans which resonates both on and off the field!
