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  Andhra: 18 arrested for vandalism during RCB victory celebrations in Kurnool, paraded on road

  India | June 02, 2026 12:25 IST

  According to police, several buses belonging to the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) were targeted during the celebrations. Windows of multiple buses were damaged, causing losses to public property.

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  No public celebrations or bike rallies: Bengaluru Police issues advisory ahead of IPL final 2026

  Karnataka | May 31, 2026 7:54 IST

  The advisory comes in the backdrop of a stampede in June 2025 near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru that left 11 people dead and 33 injured during RCB victory celebrations.

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  Does Rajat Patidar want to be next India T20I captain? RCB skipper answers ahead of IPL final vs GT

  Cricket | May 30, 2026 23:55 IST

  RCB captain Rajat Patidar has ruled himself out of the India T20I captaincy race ahead of the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans. He said he does not visualise leading India and remains focused only on RCB’s title defence ambitions.

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  Why is Phil Salt not playing vs Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1?

  Cricket | May 26, 2026 19:20 IST

  Phil Salt missed RCB’s IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 clash against Gujarat Titans due to an ongoing finger injury. The England batter is still regaining fitness, prompting Bengaluru to continue with Venkatesh Iyer and include extra pacer Jacob Duffy in the lineup.

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  RCB's star opener ruled out of IPL 2026, franchise confirmed ahead of Qualifier 1 vs GT

  Cricket | May 23, 2026 20:34 IST

  RCB opener Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 after injuring his ring finger against Punjab Kings. The England batter will return home for further evaluation, while Phil Salt has rejoined the squad before Qualifier 1.

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  RCB suffer embarrassing defeat to Hyderabad in IPL 2026, yet seal spot in top two spot alongside GT

  Cricket | May 22, 2026 23:32 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered a heavy defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in their final IPL 2026 league game after conceding 255 runs. Despite the loss, RCB secured a top-two finish and will face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

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  Virat Kohli sends clear message on India future, says 'If I have to prove my worth, it's not meant'

  Cricket | May 15, 2026 13:54 IST

  Virat Kohli said his future in international cricket depends on trust and clarity from the team environment. The former India captain added that he no longer plays to prove anything and reflected on rediscovering joy while returning to domestic cricket.

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  Krunal Pandya educates on his bowling evolution, art of bowling bouncers as a spinner

  Cricket | May 08, 2026 15:58 IST

  Krunal Pandya said a mindset shift and smarter variations have powered his IPL 2026 success with RCB. The spinner revealed he ignores small boundaries, trusts his best ball to stop batters and uses bouncers and yorkers as tactical weapons in T20 cricket.

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  Krunal Pandya aims to play for India again after consistent performances for RCB in IPL 2026

  Cricket | April 25, 2026 14:11 IST

  Krunal Pandya played a key cameo in RCB’s win over Gujarat Titans and reiterated his goal of returning to India duty. He highlighted consistent performances, composure under pressure and evolving bowling variations as central to his approach.

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  Rajat Patidar is a super talent, but no room for India T20I team at the moment, believes Aaron Finch

  Cricket | April 15, 2026 23:33 IST

  Rajat Patidar’s stellar IPL 2026 form earned praise from Aaron Finch, who called him a “super talent” but said there’s no immediate place in India’s T20I side. Finch stressed backing World Cup-winning players while noting selectors will closely track Patidar.

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  LSG no match to RCB's all-round show as Bengaluru register comfortable five-wicket win

  Cricket | April 15, 2026 23:03 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Chasing 147 runs, the Rajat Patidar-led side won the match with 29 balls remaining. Following the win, RCB moved to the top of the points table.

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  Salt becomes first ever cricketer in IPL to register unwanted record with golden duck against RR

  Cricket | April 10, 2026 21:35 IST

  Phil Salt made IPL history for the wrong reasons, falling to Jofra Archer on the match's opening ball for a record third time. Despite a fast start from Kohli, RCB’s lineup collapsed against RR, losing four wickets in seven overs in Guwahati.

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  Nuwan Thushara drags Sri Lanka Cricket to court over NOC to represent RCB in IPL 2026

  Cricket | April 02, 2026 18:49 IST

  Nuwan Thushara has sued Sri Lanka Cricket after being denied an NOC for IPL 2026 due to fitness standards. The RCB pacer argues his SLC contract has expired, while the board insists on its criteria. A court hearing on April 9 will decide his participation.

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  'The real difference': SRH head coach weighs in on turning point after loss against RCB

  Cricket | March 29, 2026 8:15 IST

  Sunrisers Hyderabad's head coach Daniel Vettori took centre stage and talked about how the knock of India batter Devdutt Padikkal changed the game for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the season opener of the IPL 2026.

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  RCB create history with commanding win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 opener

  Cricket | March 28, 2026 23:39 IST

  RCB defeated SRH by six wickets in the IPL 2026 opener, while chasing 202 in just 15.4 overs at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Devdutt Padikkal’s 61 and Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 69 powered the record-fastest successful 200-plus chase in IPL history.

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  Phil Salt grabs one-handed stunner to end Ishan Kishan's stay in IPL 2026 opener | Watch

  Cricket | March 28, 2026 21:52 IST

  Phil Salt took a spectacular one-handed catch to dismiss Ishan Kishan in the IPL 2026 opener at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kishan smashed 80 off 38 balls for SRH before Salt’s brilliant effort at deep backward point ended his knock.

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  Why are RCB players wearing black armbands in IPL 2026 opener vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru?

  Cricket | March 28, 2026 19:40 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru players wore black armbands vs Sunrisers Hyderabad to honour 11 fans who died during a June 4 celebration tragedy. The tribute included jerseys with “11”, empty seats, and a minute’s silence before the start of the match.

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  Virat Kohli on course to join legendary IPL club in 2026

  Cricket | March 26, 2026 12:51 IST

  Virat Kohli is nine sixes away from joining the 300-club in IPL history alongside Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, IPL 2026 will begin without an opening ceremony in Bengaluru, with BCCI planning a closing event instead.

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  Why did Aryaman Birla, new chariman of RCB, leave cricket at 21 and what are his cricket stats?

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 12:41 IST

  Aryaman Birla, who left cricket at 21 due to mental health challenges, has been named RCB’s new chairman following the franchise’s $1.78 billion sale. The former Rajasthan Royals player scored 414 FC runs and four List A matches, now bringing business acumen to the IPL side.

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  'If they could give 0.5%' - Paul van Meekeran urges to support Netherlands cricket amid RCB's sale

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 11:07 IST

  Paul van Meekeren highlighted cricket’s financial gap after RCB’s record $1.78B sale, suggesting 0.5% could boost Netherlands cricket. His remarks follow strong Dutch performances in T20 WC 2026 and renewed calls for more support to associate nations.