Royal Challengers Bengaluru may have waited for close to two decades for an IPL title, but 2025 could finally be the year they break the jinx.
With eight wins in 11 games and 16 points already in the bag, RCB find themselves in a strong position at the top of the table as the league heads into its final stretch.
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What’s particularly impressive this season is their flawless record away from home -- something that has often been a weak spot in previous years. While home form remains a bit shaky, wins against Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium have helped turn their campaign around at the right time.
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What's left in the league stage for RCB?
RCB have three matches remaining: an away fixture against Lucknow Super Giants and two home games against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders. While 16 points usually secure a playoff spot, RCB will want at least one more win to remove any doubts and ideally push for a top-two finish.
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That position would give them two chances at reaching the final -- an advantage they will want to have. However, if they fail to win another game, their qualification could come down to net run rate -- making the final matches critical in more ways than one.
Will RCB win IPL 2025? Betting odds, prediction
According to Dafabet, RCB are still not overwhelming favourites to make the final. As things stand, the odds suggest RCB are in a very strong contention, but not a lock.
RCB to reach the final | 2.20 |
RCB to not reach the final | 1.65 |
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