King Kohli Returns Without an IPL Title

Waiting and Waiting... 'This Year Too, No Trophy': King Kohli Returns Without an IPL Title

For the fourth time in five years, RCB is out of the playoffs. Despite Virat Kohli scoring 741 runs in 15 matches, his teammates often couldn't support him.

Ahmedabad: RCB is exiting the 17th IPL season, leaving the dream of winning the IPL title unfulfilled once again. Neither Virat Kohli’s solo efforts nor his unbeaten streak in the last matches could lead RCB to the title.

The poor performance of batsmen other than Kohli and a faltering bowling attack, reminiscent of previous years, blocked Bangalore's path. With seven losses in the first eight matches, RCB was expected to be the first team out of the playoffs. However, they rose like a phoenix and marched into the playoffs, giving fans high hopes. RCB celebrated their win in the last league match against Chennai like a title victory, but in Ahmedabad, they couldn't withstand the pressure against Sanju and his team.

Turning to yell at Jaiswal without even getting on the crease, Sanju missed a run-out, and an RCB player vented his frustration.

For the fourth time in five years, RCB is out of the playoffs. Despite Virat Kohli scoring 741 runs in 15 matches, his teammates often couldn't support him. Only captain Faf du Plessis, with 438 runs in 15 matches, and Rajat Patidar, with 338 runs in 15 matches, provided some support to Kohli. Dinesh Karthik tried his best to make the last season memorable, but Glenn Maxwell and Cameron Green were disappointing. Green scored 255 runs in 13 matches, while Maxwell's performance, with only 52 runs in 10 matches, truly disheartened RCB fans.

In bowling, except for Yash Dayal's return with 15 wickets in 14 matches, Mohammed Siraj with 14 wickets in 14 matches and Lockie Ferguson with nine wickets in seven matches couldn't meet expectations. The only consolation is having played in the finals in 2009, 2011, and 2016. Unlike the women's team, which won the title in just their second season of the Women's IPL, the men's team bows out in disappointment once again 

FAQ

What happened to RCB in the 17th IPL season?

RCB (Royal Challengers Bangalore) exited the 17th IPL season without winning the title. They were eliminated in the playoffs for the fourth time in five years.

How did Virat Kohli perform this season?

Virat Kohli had an impressive season, scoring 741 runs in 15 matches. However, his efforts were not enough to secure the title for RCB.

Why couldn't RCB win the title despite Kohli's performance?

Kohli's teammates often couldn't support his efforts. Other batsmen and the bowling attack performed poorly, which hindered RCB's chances of winning.

How did RCB's season start and end?

RCB lost seven of their first eight matches and was expected to be the first team out of the playoffs. However, they made a comeback and reached the playoffs, giving fans high hopes. Despite winning the last league match against Chennai, they couldn't withstand the pressure in the playoffs against Sanju's team.

Who were the other key performers in RCB?

• Faf du Plessis: Scored 438 runs in 15 matches.
• Rajat Patidar: Scored 338 runs in 15 matches.
• Dinesh Karthik: Tried his best to make the season memorable.

Who were the disappointments in RCB's team?

• Glenn Maxwell: Scored only 52 runs in 10 matches.
• Cameron Green: Scored 255 runs in 13 matches.

How did RCB's bowling unit perform?

• Yash Dayal: Took 15 wickets in 14 matches.
• Mohammed Siraj: Took 14 wickets in 14 matches.
• Lockie Ferguson: Took nine wickets in seven matches.

What is the history of RCB in IPL finals?

RCB played in the finals in 2009, 2011, and 2016 but has never won the title.

How did RCB's women's team perform?

Unlike the men's team, RCB's women's team won the title in just their second season of the Women's IPL.