RCB's Home Woes Continue: Delhi Capitals Dominate in Bengaluru
Ouch. That’s the only way to describe RCB’s performance against the Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Match 24. A second straight home loss? After sweeping their away games? It was a real gut punch for the home crowd in Bengaluru.
DC, on the other hand, are looking unstoppable. Their six-wicket win extended their undefeated streak to four matches. They’re on a roll, and it’s starting to feel like something special.
A Rollercoaster of a Match
Axar Patel, DC’s captain, won the toss and chose to field. RCB started strong, with Phil Salt absolutely smashing a quick 37 runs off just 17 balls. He earned the Curvv Super Striker of the Match award – deservedly so! But you know how sometimes things just spiral? That’s exactly what happened to RCB. A mid-innings collapse left them stranded on a below-par 163/7. Tim David’s unbeaten 37 offered a little late hope, but it wasn't nearly enough.
DC’s chase was shaky at first. They lost four wickets early, and it felt like RCB might have a chance after all. Then, KL Rahul happened. Honestly, who saw that coming? His masterful 93 runs off 53 balls – including seven fours and six sixes – turned the tide completely. Tristan Stubbs’ composed 38* sealed the deal with 13 balls to spare. A comfortable win for DC.
The Stars of the Show
KL Rahul completely stole the show. He wasn't just the Player of the Match, he also took home the Fantasy Player of the Match, the Angel One Super Sixes Award, and the Rupay On-the-Go Four Award. Talk about a clean sweep!
Phil Salt’s explosive start for RCB was a highlight, even in defeat. And Tim David and Tristan Stubbs both played crucial roles for their respective teams, chipping in with valuable late-innings contributions.
What the Captains and Players Had to Say
Axar Patel was all smiles afterward. He praised his team's confidence and the effective use of spin bowling against RCB’s strong pace-hitting openers. He also gave huge credit to KL Rahul's incredible innings. On the other side, RCB captain Rajat Patidar acknowledged their poor batting performance after a strong start and emphasized the need to better manage match situations. KL Rahul himself spoke about his innings, noting how his wicketkeeping experience helped him read the pitch. Stubbs highlighted the partnership he had with Rahul and the team’s ability to chase down big totals.
A Defining Moment for Both Teams?
This match was a statement from DC – they’re a serious contender this season. For RCB, it’s a wake-up call. They need to figure things out quickly if they want to stay in contention. Their home form needs improvement, and they need to find a way to keep their batting consistent from start to finish. It’ll be interesting to see how they bounce back.
