Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign on a high note with a strong win over Kolkata Knight Riders. The performance sparked hope among fans that this could finally be the season RCB lifts their maiden IPL trophy.
However, the momentum didn’t last long. A string of defeats has not only dampened those early hopes but also added another unwanted record to RCB’s name.
Another Unwanted Record for RCB
Royal Challengers Bangalore has now lost all three of their home matches in the current season. With this, they’ve become the team with the most home defeats in IPL history. Since the league began in 2008, RCB has lost 46 matches at home – more than any other franchise.
Teams with most home losses after RCB
Following Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC) have suffered 45 home losses. Kolkata Knight Riders are next with 38, Mumbai Indians follow with 34, and Punjab Kings – while playing in Mohali – have lost 30 matches at their home ground.
Still holding the record for lowest IPL score
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) also continues to hold one of the most embarrassing records in IPL history: the lowest team total. In 2017, they were bowled out for just 49 runs while chasing 132 against KKR. That score remains the lowest ever recorded in the tournament.
With fans still hopeful for a turnaround, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will need to step up soon to prevent their 2025 campaign from becoming another chapter of missed opportunities.
RCB’s Playoff Chances in IPL 2025: What Lies Ahead
RCB have had a decent start to their IPL 2025 campaign, winning 4 out of their 7 matches so far. What stands out, though, is that all of these wins have come in away games. At home, RCB have struggled, facing defeats against Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings, and Gujarat Titans.
To make a smooth entry into the IPL 2025 playoffs, RCB must win at least 4 of their remaining 7 league matches.