RCB in IPL Finals: 2025 and the Road So Far

By Sushant Agarwal

Published on | May 30, 2025

RCB Storm Into IPL 2025 Final

RCB have qualified for their 4th IPL final, ending a 9-year long wait. Their last final appearance was in 2016.

2009 – The First Shot at Glory

RCB led by Anil Kumble, lost by 6 runs to Deccan Chargers in Johannesburg; Gibbs' 53 and Ojha's bowling outclassed RCB in their first final.

2011 – Dominance Ends in Defeat

RCB lost by 58 runs to CSK in Chennai; Murali Vijay’s 95 and CSK’s top order outplayed RCB despite Chris Gayle’s strong form.

2016 – The Kohli-ABD Era's Best Chance

RCB lost by 8 runs to Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru; Kohli’s 54 and Gayle’s 76 couldn’t prevent another middle-order collapse in final.

2025 – Back in the Final After 9 Years!

RCB defeated PBKS in Mullanpur to reach their first IPL final since 2016, powered by strong performances in the season's second half.

A Record-Breaking Away Run

RCB made IPL history in 2025 by winning all seven away matches in a season with a home-away format—something no other team has achieved in 18 years.

The Wait Could Finally End

After three finals and no trophy, RCB now have another golden chance to rewrite their legacy. Will 2025 be Ee Sala Cup Namde for real?

A Loyal Fanbase, An Unfinished Story

RCB fans stand strong through highs and heartbreaks. With legends like Kohli and ABD, their quest for the title continues.

RCB Crush PBKS to Reach IPL Final After 9 Years