RCB’s valuation increases by a staggering 1495 percent in 18 years | Cricket News – The Times of India

RCB’s valuation increases by a staggering 1495 percent in 18 years | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the IPL 2025. Royal Challengers Bengaluru was the second-most-expensive franchise when the BCCI sold the original eight teams in the IPL. Vijay Mallya bought the Bengaluru franchise for $111.6 million (Rs 446.40 crore; $1 = Rs 40 then) in 2008, just behind the $111.90 million that Reliance Industries paid…

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‘Always fighting’: Ab de Villiers explains Virat Kohli’s influence in RCB | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘Always fighting’: Ab de Villiers explains Virat Kohli’s influence in RCB | Cricket News – The Times of India

Virat Kohli. (File photo) Former Royal Challengers Bangalore batter AB de Villiers has backed Virat Kohli as a key figure in the franchise, saying his role goes beyond runs and continues to influence the team.RCB will begin their IPL 2026 campaign on March 28 against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The…

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World Cup snub and father’s death: RCB star reveals painful journey | Cricket News – The Times of India

World Cup snub and father’s death: RCB star reveals painful journey | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Jitesh Sharma admits that being left out of India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup squad was disappointing, but that setback soon felt insignificant compared to the personal loss he suffered shortly after. The wicketkeeper-batter lost his father, Mohan Sharma, on February 1 after a brief illness, a moment that changed his perspective on…

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IPL retentions: From Virat Kohli to MS Dhoni — Players who were never released by their franchises | Cricket News – The Times of India

IPL retentions: From Virat Kohli to MS Dhoni — Players who were never released by their franchises | Cricket News – The Times of India

Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar. Photo/Agencies In the IPL’s competitive environment, where player transfers and auctions are common, there’s a rare club of cricketers who have maintained stable relationships with their respective teams. These players have become synonymous with their teams’ identities, contributing significantly to their franchises’ success and culture.Here’s a list of such…

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Huge revelation! ‘I was brutally honest’: How ‘unsold’ Mayank Agarwal convinced RCB to sign him | Cricket News – The Times of India

Huge revelation! ‘I was brutally honest’: How ‘unsold’ Mayank Agarwal convinced RCB to sign him | Cricket News – The Times of India

Indian cricketer Mayank Agarwal, who initially went unsold in the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction last year, was later signed by Royal Challengers Bangalore as a replacement for injured Devdutt Padikkal and contributed to the team’s first IPL trophy win after an 18-year wait. Agarwal has now shared his experience of dealing with the…

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Virat Kohli recalls ‘hostile’ Australian crowds, thanks ex-RCB teammate for making him battle-ready for Down Under | Cricket News – The Times of India

Virat Kohli recalls ‘hostile’ Australian crowds, thanks ex-RCB teammate for making him battle-ready for Down Under | Cricket News – The Times of India

Virat Kohli of India looks on before game one of the One Day International series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium on October 19, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) Former India captain Virat Kohli admitted on Sunday that the intense and aggressive Australian cricketing environment tested his resilience. However, he…

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Explained: Is Virat Kohli leaving RCB and retiring from IPL? ‘He will play his last match … ‘ | Cricket News – The Times of India

Explained: Is Virat Kohli leaving RCB and retiring from IPL? ‘He will play his last match … ‘ | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: India’s star batter Virat Kohli’s future with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has been the subject of speculation after reports suggested he declined a commercial contract with the franchise. However, former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has clarified that Kohli remains fully committed to RCB and will continue his association with the team, despite not…

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King is back! Virat Kohli returns to India after 4 months, lands in Delhi to join team for Australia ODIs – Watch | Cricket News – The Times of India

King is back! Virat Kohli returns to India after 4 months, lands in Delhi to join team for Australia ODIs – Watch | Cricket News – The Times of India

Indian batting stalwart Virat Kohli made his return to the country on Tuesday after a four-month hiatus, ahead of the Indian squad’s ODI tour of Australia. Spotted at New Delhi airport, Kohli moved swiftly through the terminal, giving fans little chance for selfies as he headed straight to his car to join the team.Click here…

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