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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'The wait has been long enough': Robin Uthappa sends emotional message to RCB ahead of IPL 2025 final
RCB players As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to clash with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 final on Tuesday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, former RCB and India cricketer Robin Uthappa has delivered an emotional rallying cry for the Bengaluru-based franchise. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! In a heartfelt video message shared on social media, Uthappa expressed his admiration for both teams' journeys but made it clear where his heart lies. 'What an #IPLFinal! #RCB vs #PBKS, two incredible journeys, full of heart and grit. Truly happy for every player who's made it this far... But if I had to pick, my heart's quietly with RCB tonight,' he wrote. Who's that IPL player? Uthappa, who once wore the RCB jersey, acknowledged the high stakes and intense emotions surrounding the final. 'I truly, truly, truly hope that RCB win it... I think we've waited long enough for this trophy,' he said, passionately rooting for players like Virat Kohli , Rajat Patidar , and Josh Hazlewood to lift the long-awaited IPL silverware. IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: 'I am a big Virat Kohli fan... RCB is my team' He didn't forget the emotional investment of the support staff and families either: 'Each player carries the burden of expectations and the emotions of each of their family members… and you hope these indirect contributions lead to a victory.' While his support was firmly with RCB, Uthappa was generous in his praise for PBKS as well, highlighting the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and the strong performances of players like Marcus Stoinis and Arshdeep Singh. 'Punjab have played an incredible brand of cricket… their journey this season has been phenomenal.' Yet, in the end, Uthappa made his preference clear: 'Punjab can wait another season… RCB have been the more consistent side. Go on RCB. Make us proud. I have no doubt in my head that we're going to win and be champions.'
India Today
a day ago
- Sport
- India Today
Retired players have no hatred towards Virat Kohli: Robin Uthappa slams fan
Robin Uthappa slammed a fan who claimed that retired cricketers have a hatred towards Virat Kohli. Kohli and Uthappa played together for RCB for two seasons in 2009 and 2010. The duo helped RCB reach the final in 2009. Kohli has played a starring role in RCB's march to the final this season, as he has scored 614 runs in 14 matches at an average over 55. advertisementSpeaking on his YouTube channel, a fan claimed that the former cricketers were bias towards the RCB star, with one even calling them failed cricketers. Uthappa slammed the fan and asked what his definition of success was. The former Indian cricketer went on to claim that there are certain things that he and other ex-stars don't agree wit Kohli. However, he feels that there is nothing wrong in that and they can exist in a world where 'we can agree to disagree with each other.'Also Read: Told Virat Kohli to ease emotions in IPL, he didn't follow advice, says AB de Villiers "It's incredible how you stated we're all failed ex-cricketers. I would love to understand your definition of success in life. I have answered this multiple times. I don't think any of us, including me, hate Virat Kohli."advertisement"There are certain things we disagree with him about, and I think that is perfectly fine, and we can all exist in a world where we can agree to disagree with each other. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that," he devastated after the 2009 IPL finalUthappa won the IPL twice, once with KKR in 2014 and the other with CSK in 2021. However, he faced heartbreak in the 2009 one when RCB lost to Deccan Chargers. Speaking about the final loss, Uthappa said that he was devastated and frustrated for the whole week. The former cricketer said that it took him a long time to recover from the loss."I was devastated. I was frustrated for a whole week; the less I say, the better. I was absolutely devastated after the 2009 finals. Took me a long time to recover from that one," said Uthappa. Stay 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!Trending Reel IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Their strategy was more reactive than proactive": Robin Uthappa on GT losing to MI
New Delhi [India] May 31 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa reflected on Gujarat Titans (GT) strategy against Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator-1 in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday. He pointed out that using GT seamer Prasidh Krishna in the powerplay was a mistake, as his first over was costly, and they didn't adjust their approach. Uthappa highlighted that the expensive overs and fielding errors, including dropped catches, were detrimental to the team's chances of winning. 'GT's strategy was more reactive than proactive. Using Prasidh in the powerplay - despite his success in middle overs - was a misstep. His first over was expensive, and they failed to course-correct. The 26-run and 22-run overs proved costly. On top of that, their fielding let them down. You can't drop that many catches and expect to win a championship,' Uthappa said on JioHotstar. A brilliant half-century by Sai Sudharsan and his partnership with Washington Sundar went in vain as a fine death bowling effort from Mumbai Indians (MI) helped the Blue and Gold franchise eliminate the 2022 champions from the competition with a 20-run win at Mullanpur on Friday. With this win, MI will now play Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Ahmedabad on June 1 for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on June 3. The Mumbai-based franchise will be eyeing their seventh IPL final after 2010, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020, whereas the Shreyas Iyer-led side will be looking to enter the final for the second time after 2014. The Hardik Pandya-led side has so far won five titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020). On the other hand, the Punjab-based franchise will be looking to win their maiden title in the history of the competition. (ANI)
NDTV
3 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Shubman Gill's Captaincy Receives Brutal Review After IPL 2025 Exit: "You Can't Drop..."
After Gujarat Titans' (GT) bowed out of IPL 2025 with a 20-run defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Eliminator, former India batter Robin Uthappa said the Shubman Gill-led side cannot expect to win the championship if they suffer catching lapses and suffer due to flaws in strategy. In New Chandigarh on Friday evening, GT dropped three important catches – two of which were of Rohit Sharma, who went on to make a dashing 50-ball 81. Suryakumar Yadav was also given a reprieve in the 12th over, as MI made 228/5. GT also got their middle overs enforcer Prasidh Krishna to bowl with the new ball, a tactic which backfired as Rohit and Jonny Bairstow came out all guns blazing in the powerplay. "GT's strategy was more reactive than proactive. Using Prasidh in the powerplay – despite his success in middle overs – was a misstep.' 'His first over was expensive, and they failed to course-correct. The 26-run and 22-run overs proved costly. On top of that, their fielding let them down. You can't drop that many catches and expect to win a championship," said Uthappa on JioHotstar. Uthappa, who previously won IPL with Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings, reflected on how Rohit made a calculated shift in his batting approach after being given two reprieves. "After the early drop, Rohit flirted with danger briefly but quickly recognised the need to take control. He shifted gears, played responsibly, found the gaps, and built key partnerships. His composure stood out. When players like Rohit, Dhoni, or Kohli are at the crease, the pressure is on everyone else. Sai Sudharsan is starting to reach that level too." With MI set to meet Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Uthappa stated he expects a fierce battle between the two teams. The winner of Qualifier 2 will meet Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the title clash in Ahmedabad on June 3. "Punjab are hurting and will come out firing. Mumbai, riding high on momentum, will bring intensity as well. It's set to be a blockbuster, one for the ages," he concluded. Listen to the latest songs, only on
Mint
3 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Shubman Gill's captaincy slammed after GT's flop show against Mumbai Indians: ‘Can't expect to win a championship…'
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa has criticised the Gujarat Titans' strategy during Friday's match against the Mumbai Indians. Notably, GT had secured a place in the IPL 2025 Playoffs by finishing third in the IPL Points Table, but were eliminated from the tournament on 30 May after losing by 20 runs to MI in the Eliminator clash. After the match, Uthappa criticised GT's strategy, calling it 'reactive' rather than 'proactive', and noted that captain Shubman Gill used Prasidh Krishna in the powerplay, despite the bowler's past success in the middle overs. Uthappa also mentioned the sloppy fielding by the GT players, which only made matters worse for their team. Speaking to JioHotstar after the match, Uthappa said, 'GT's strategy was more reactive than proactive. Using Prasidh in the powerplay – despite his success in middle overs – was a misstep. His first over was expensive, and they failed to course-correct,' 'The 26-run and 22-run overs proved costly. On top of that, their fielding let them down. You can't drop that many catches and expect to win a championship,' the former cricketer added. Notably, GT players had a poor time on the field, allowing the Mumbai Indians batters several chances, which they seized with both hands to post a total of 228 runs in 20 overs. In reply, GT lost Shubman Gill's wicket early on, but Sai Sudharsan led a comeback, first with Kusal Mendis (20 off 10 balls) and then with Washington Sundar (48 off 24 balls), to bring GT back into the match.
