Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has emerged as a dominant force in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, defying expectations with an impressive revival. After a dismal start that saw them lose seven of their first eight matches, RCB has bounced back with a vengeance, winning their last five games consecutively. Skipper Faf du Plessis has been instrumental in this turnaround, crediting the team’s newfound aggression for their success.
Former India pacer Zaheer Khan hailed RCB’s efforts, giving them ‘full marks’ for their resilience in the face of adversity. Zaheer highlighted the team’s remarkable ability to resurrect their season after such a poor start, a feat rarely witnessed in IPL history. Notably, RCB is the only team to have recorded five consecutive wins in the 2024 edition of the league.
Their stunning 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) on Sunday propelled RCB to fifth place in the IPL 2024 standings, just two points behind Sunrisers Hyderabad. RCB’s impressive run rate has also significantly boosted their chances of making the playoffs.
With only one match remaining against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), RCB’s fate hangs in the balance. The team’s destiny depends on the outcome of other matches and their ability to maintain their winning momentum. Zaheer expressed optimism, stating that if all factors align in RCB’s favor, the final match could be an incredibly exciting contest.
