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4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Six-time IPL winner Ambati Rayudu backs RCB to end title drought: 'Time for the great city of Bangalore to win'
Three-time runners-up Royal Challengers Bengaluru face 2014 finalists Punjab Kings in the final of the 2025 Indian Premier League at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday, with the world's biggest T20 league set to crown a first-time champion regardless of the result. read more Ambati Rayudu has backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru to end their title drought in the final of the 2025 Indian Premier League in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. AP/PTI Former India batter Ambati Rayudu is among those backing Royal Challengers Bengaluru to finally end their 18-year wait for an Indian Premier League (IPL) title as they face Punjab Kings in the final in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Neither RCB nor PBKS have won a season despite being part of the world's biggest T20 league since its inception in 2008, meaning the IPL will witness a first-time champion on Tuesday regardless of which team ends up on the winning side. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD LIVE | RCB 'truly deserve this season', says six-time IPL winner Rayudu 'There has always been an amazing cricketing rivalry between the three great southern cities… I think it's time for the great city of Bangalore to win their first ever IPL trophy tonight, which they truly deserve this season… Go RCB… bring it home,' Rayudu, who won three titles each with Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, wrote on X. After finishing second on the points table with a victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the final league match of the season, RCB stormed into the final after outplaying PBKS in Qualifier in Mullanpur. Suyash Sharma and Josh Hazlewood collected three wickets each while opener Phil Salt struck an unbeaten 56 as Bengaluru bundled Punjab out for just 101 before chasing the target down with 8 wickets and half of their overs to spare. Punjab, however, bounced back in the subsequent match, with skipper Shreyas Iyer smashing an unbeaten 87 to steer his team to a five-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad. MI had defeated Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator in Mullanpur, but stumbled in the penultimate game of the season for the second time in three seasons. While PBKS have made it to the final just once, losing to Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2014 final, RCB have finished runners-up thrice – each time with a different captain. While the Anil Kumble-led side lost to Deccan Chargers in 2009, the team led by Daniel Vettori were vanquished by MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings two years later. The only time batting superstar Virat Kohli led the franchise into the final was in 2016, the season in which he amassed a record 973 runs. Despite their outstanding performance that season, RCB ended up losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final.
India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ambati Rayudu backs RCB: Time for great city of Bengaluru to win IPL 2025
Former India and Chennai Super Kings batter Ambati Rayudu broke character by backing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings. Rayudu highlighted the intense rivalry among South Indian teams in Indian cricket and expressed his desire to see RCB, representing Bengaluru, go all the way at the Narendra Modi Stadium in RCB and PBKS will be bidding to end their 18-year wait for the elusive IPL title, which has remained out of reach since the tournament's inception. RCB have reached the final three times in the past but have never managed to bring the trophy home. IPL 2025 Final: Updates | Weather Updatesadvertisement"There has always been an amazing cricketing rivalry between the three great southern cities... I think it's time for the great city of Bangalore to win their first ever IPL trophy tonight, which they truly deserve this season... Go RCB... bring it home," Rayudu said in his post on X. It came as a surprise to see Rayudu, a staunch CSK loyalist, support RCB ahead of the big final. In the past, he has been critical of RCB and their overreliance on Virat Kohli. After RCB reached the playoffs by beating CSK in a thriller at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in 2024, Rayudu had lashed out at the Bengaluru-based side for celebrating in IPL 2025, Rayudu has been appreciative of RCB's bold and refreshed approach. The former finalists stormed into the playoffs, finishing in the top two of the points hammered Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 in Mullanpur, bowling out Shreyas Iyer's men for 101 — the second-lowest total in IPL playoff history. RCB chased down the target in just 10 overs, powered by a quick-fire fifty from Phil England opener is expected to be available for the grand final on Tuesday, having reportedly returned from a brief trip to the UK to be with his eyes will be on Virat Kohli, who is set to feature in his fourth IPL final. The former captain endured heartbreak in the 2016 final, losing to SunRisers Hyderabad despite scoring a record-breaking 973 runs that season — a feat unmatched, yet without the trophy to show for updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment! You May Also Like IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ambati Rayudu's 'go RCB' wish for IPL final backfires as CSK loyalist's true intentions doubted: 'Bring your jinx game'
All eyes are on Virat Kohli as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gear up to take on Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, June 3. Kohli and RCB have been waiting for 18 years to get their hands on the coveted trophy, and the franchise is just one step away from winning their maiden title. Ahead of the IPL 2025 summit clash, RCB have been extended support from a rather unusual quarter. Ambati Rayudu, a former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter posted on social media, saying RCB deserve to go all the way this season. Also Read: IPL 2025, RCB vs PBKS Final Live Updates: Virat Kohli chases history Rayudu, a long-time CSK loyalist, has often trolled RCB for not being able to win the title. During his analysis of RCB games, the 39-year-old has often poked fun at the franchise. Even during the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, Rayudu engaged in banter with former RCB and India coach Sanjay Bangar, saying the team would hope to reach Qualifier 2 in IPL 2025, but that's about it. Ahead of the IPL 2025 final, Rayudu said that despite the great cricketing rivalry between Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai, he wants RCB to end their trophy drought and defeat Punjab Kings in the final. "There has always been an amazing cricketing rivalry between the 3 great southern cities. I think it's time for the great city of Bangalore to win their first ever Ipl trophy tonight which they truly deserve to this season.. Go RCB.. bring it home," Rayudu wrote on X (formerly Twitter). As expected, Ambati Rayudu's comments section is filled with a plethora of reactions, with fans questioning his intentions. Several supporters of RCB believe that Rayudu is trying to jinx the franchise's chances in the IPL 2025 final. 'Anti jinx spray,' commented one user, while another wrote, 'Keep it up Rayudu, bring your top level jinx game tonight.' Another user wrote, 'Heart of heart, he wants Punjab to win. " One fan commented, 'All the best RCB out. Amabati Rayudu is supporting, so definitely Lollypop loading.' Speaking of RCB, the Rajat Patidar-led side reached the IPL 2025 final after beating Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 by eight wickets. Josh Hazlewood and Suyash Sharma returned with three wickets each as RCB bundled out PBKS for 101 inside 15 overs. RCB then chased the total down with 60 balls to spare, owing to Phil Salt's unbeaten 56-run knock off 27 balls. In the league stage, RCB finished second in the points table with 19 points from 14 games.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Go RCB, bring it home': CSK veteran backs Rajat Patidar for IPL glory
NEW DELHI: As Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare to break their title jinx and lay claim to their maiden IPL trophy, former India cricketer has thrown his weight behind RCB ahead of Tuesday's blockbuster final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "There has always been an amazing cricketing rivalry between the 3 great southern cities.. I think it's time for the great city of Bangalore to win their first ever Ipl trophy tonight which they truly deserve to this season.. Go RCB.. bring it home," Rayudu said, expressing his support on social media. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, Punjab Kings have emerged as one of the most consistent and balanced sides this season. Topping the league table with nine wins, they showcased depth, resilience, and strong team unity. Despite a setback in Qualifier 1 against RCB, PBKS bounced back in style by knocking out five-time champions Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 to book their place in the final — setting up a much-anticipated rematch with Bengaluru. Tuesday's final marks only the second time PBKS have reached the summit clash, with their previous appearance dating back to 2014. IPL 2025 Final, RCB vs Punjab Kings: The wait will finally end in Ahmedabad RCB, on the other hand, are no strangers to IPL finals — having featured in three (2009, 2011, 2016) — but have fallen short each time. Now, with a strong squad and a wave of momentum, they return to familiar ground at the world's largest cricket stadium, aiming to finally end their 18-year wait for the elusive title. The stage is set, and with fans, former players, and cities rallying behind them, both teams will be eager to etch their names into IPL history.
India.com
10-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Netizens troll Ambati Rayudu for his ill-timed tweet amid India-Pakistan tension, fans says 'Virat Kohli did the right thing...'
Following Pakistan's missile and drone attacks on Indian cities like Jalandhar, Jammu, and Pathankot, Ambati Rayudu posted, "An eye for an eye makes the world blind," triggering an internet storm for its perceived moral equivalence during a national crisis. Following a controversial tweet, Ambati Rayudu faced significant criticism. Many fans demanded his removal from the IPL 2025 commentary team, citing his perceived lack of sensitivity in the wake of a national crisis. In the heat of the controversy, fans resurrected the 2019 World Cup selection snub, saying Virat Kohli made the right call by not picking Rayudu in the squad, citing 'lack of maturity and team spirit.' Ambuj Rayudu's previous perceived support for MS Dhoni and the Chennai Super Kings resurfaced, prompting criticism from some viewers who questioned his impartiality and suitability for neutral commentary positions. Under pressure, Rayudu clarified: 'This isn't a call for weakness, but a reminder of wisdom.' He stressed that patriotism and peace can walk hand in hand, urging for justice with compassion. Following criticism, Rayudu expressed his admiration for the Indian Army, praising their courage and dedication to protecting India's honor. Several prominent Indian athletes, including Virat Kohli, Neeraj Chopra, PV Sindhu, and Rohit Sharma, publicly voiced strong support for the armed forces and India's actions, receiving commendation for their clear stance. This contrasted with the more ambiguous position taken by Ambati Rayudu.
