RCB’s IPL Winning History
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally etched their name into IPL history by clinching their maiden title in 2025, ending a 17-year wait. This victory has reignited interest in their journey through the tournament’s highs and lows. Here’s a comprehensive look at RCB’s performance over the years.
RCB’s IPL Journey: Finals and Playoffs Overview
RCB’s path to their first title in 2025 was paved with several near-misses and strong performances:
Finals Appearances
Finals Appearances
- 2009: Lost to Deccan Chargers by 6 runs in Johannesburg.
- 2011: Defeated by Chennai Super Kings by 58 runs in Chennai.
- 2016: Narrow loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 runs in Bengaluru.
- 2025: Triumphed over Punjab Kings by 6 runs in Ahmedabad, securing their first IPL title.
Playoff Appearances
RCB has qualified for the playoffs 10 times, with the following outcomes:
- 2009: Runners-up
- 2010: Lost in semi-final
- 2011: Runners-up
- 2015: Lost in Qualifier 2
- 2016: Runners-up
- 2020: Lost in Eliminator
- 2021: Lost in Eliminator
- 2022: Lost in Qualifier 2
- 2024: Lost in Eliminator
- 2025: Champions
Year-by-Year Performance
Here’s a snapshot of RCB’s standings each season:
| Year | League Finish | Final Standing |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7th | Group Stage |
| 2009 | 3rd | Runners-up |
| 2010 | 4th | Lost in semi-final |
| 2011 | 1st | Runners-up |
| 2012 | 5th | Group Stage |
| 2013 | 5th | Group Stage |
| 2014 | 7th | Group Stage |
| 2015 | 3rd | Lost in Qualifier 2 |
| 2016 | 2nd | Runners-up |
| 2017 | 8th | Group Stage |
| 2018 | 6th | Group Stage |
| 2019 | 8th | Group Stage |
| 2020 | 4th | Lost in Eliminator |
| 2021 | 3rd | Lost in Eliminator |
| 2022 | 4th | Lost in Qualifier 2 |
| 2023 | 6th | Group Stage |
| 2024 | 4th | Lost in Eliminator |
| 2025 | 2nd | Champions |
Key Players in 2025 Triumph
- Virat Kohli: Scored 657 runs, including eight half-centuries, playing a pivotal role in RCB’s success.
- Josh Hazlewood: Took 22 wickets, maintaining his unbeaten streak in tournament finals.
- Rajat Patidar: Led the team as captain, guiding RCB to their first title.
Conclusion
RCB’s journey from perennial underachievers to IPL champions in 2025 is a testament to resilience and perseverance. With a blend of experienced stalwarts and emerging talents, the franchise has finally realized its long-cherished dream.
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