Faf du Plessis has shaken off a groin injury to return for Delhi Capitals against RCB, marking his comeback with a half-century. Team sources and players confirmed steady recovery before the big decision. Du Plessis brings his experience and heavy scoring back to the squad just as the IPL 2025 season ramps up.
RCB snapped their 17-year winless run at Chepauk, defeating CSK by 50 runs in IPL 2025. Rajat Patidar's half-century and a blistering start from Phil Salt put RCB on top, while Josh Hazlewood's triple strike rattled CSK. RCB now leads the points table after back-to-back wins.
Royal Challengers Bangalore delivered a stunning 9-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025. Chasing 174, RCB's Phil Salt and Virat Kohli scored remarkable half-centuries, constructing an unbroken 150-run partnership. Their aggression left Rajasthan's bowling attack in disarray, with Salt scoring 82* and Kohli supporting with 58*, achieving the target with plenty of overs to spare.
In an electrifying WPL 2025 opener, Mumbai Indians defeated RCB by 4 wickets at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium. Ellyse Perry's 81 for RCB and Amanjot Kaur's all-round show for Mumbai were highlights. RCB faltered in the middle order, while Mumbai finished strong with Amanjot's six sealing victory in the final over. A thrilling contest that kept fans on edge.