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IPL 2025: RCB Team Analysis, Possible11, Full Squads
Updated - 20-MAR-2025 6:12 IST
In hopes to win their first IPL championship, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are coming into the 2025 season with new energy and strategic changes. With Rajat Patidar as their new captain, RCB hopes to end their title slump and use their well-rounded team to go far in the competition.
SWOT Of Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Strengths
- Skilled Batting Lineup: RCB has a strong batting order that includes classics like Virat Kohli as well as dynamic players like Tim David and Liam Livingstone.
- Balanced Squad: The club offers depth in both areas thanks to a complete combination of bowling and batting options.
Weaknesses
- Leader Change: Early performances may be impacted by the need for an adjustment phase following the appointment of a new captain.
- Pace Bowling Unity: While the pace attack shows promise, it can be difficult to stay regular over the length of the competition.
Opportunities
- Upcoming Talents: Youngest like Jacob Bethell and Swastik Chhikara have the opportunity to perform on a large stage.
- Strategic Leadership: Rajat Patidar's leadership brings a new vision that could result in creative strategies.
Threats
- High Goals: The team's performance and morale may be affected by their ongoing desire to win their first championship.
- Injury Concerns: The team's balance may be affected by any injuries to key players, whose fitness will be vital.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Schedule
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Date |
Opponent |
Venue |
Time (IST) |
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March 22, 2025 |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
March 28, 2025 |
Chennai Supers Kings |
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
7:30 PM |
|
April 2, 2025 |
Gujarat Titans |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
April 7, 2025 |
Mumbai Indians |
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
7:30 PM |
|
April 10, 2025 |
Delhi Capitals |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
April 13, 2025 |
Rajasthan Royals |
Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
7:30 PM |
|
April 18, 2025 |
Punjab Kings |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
April 20, 2025 |
Punjab Kings |
Chandigarh |
3:30 PM |
|
April 24, 2025 |
Rajasthan Royals |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
April 27, 2025 |
Delhi Capitals |
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
7:30 PM |
|
May 3, 2025 |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
May 9, 2025 |
Lucknow Supergiants |
Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
7:30 PM |
|
May 13, 2025 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
|
May 17, 2025 |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Full Squads For IPL 2025
Rajat Patidar (Captain), Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Manoj Bhandage, Mohit Rathee, Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Nuwan Thushara, Yash Dayal, and Abhinandan Singh
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Possible 11
Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (Captain), Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Phil Salt (Wicketkeeper), Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, and Yash Daya