Royal Challengers Bangalore is heading to the IPL 2025 finals. They beat Punjab Kings by 20 runs in Qualifier 1. Virat Kohli and Josh Hazlewood are killing it in batting and bowling.
Before the finals, Virat has 614 runs. Hazlewood has 21 wickets. The team looks solid this time around.
Rajat Patidar is leading the team. Many think his captaincy is the reason for their success. But the bowling unit is also on fire. Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar have 51 wickets together.
However, the real hero is Dinesh Karthik. He helped build a great team. After retiring from IPL in 2024, he became the batting coach and mentor for RCB. He’s been giving tips to players during matches. A report says he played a huge role in building the team for IPL 2025. He also helped pick players during the auction.
RCB is now set to play their fourth IPL final. They played finals in 2009, 2011, and 2016 but lost. This time, with Rajat’s leadership and Dinesh’s guidance, they might just win their first title.
The Team’s Strength
The team’s success can be attributed to many factors. But one thing’s for sure – they’re looking stronger than ever.
- Virat’s batting is on fire.
- Hazlewood’s bowling is unbeatable.
- The bowling unit is solid.
Dinesh Karthik’s Impact
Karthik’s experience and guidance are invaluable. He’s been working closely with the players, and it shows.
The stage is set. Will RCB finally win their first IPL title? Only time will tell.