Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL 2025 Full Schedule: Owners, Fixtures, Dates, Timings, Venues
IPL delivered another action-packed season in 2025. Few teams have been able to generate as much excitement as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Known for their unique style, loyal fans and star-studded lineup, RCB is one of the most followed franchises in cricket. Even though they have been stripped of the coveted trophy, the excitement surrounding RCB never diminishes. With the official release of the IPL 2025 schedule, fans can now mark their calendars and get ready for a high-voltage clash.
In this blog, we will take a detailed look at RCB’s owners, complete fixtures, venues and timings so that fans don’t miss a single update.
Royal Challengers Bangalore Ownership
The Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise is owned by United Spirits Limited (a Diageo Group company). United Spirits has been at the heart of the franchise for many years. Under their leadership, RCB has become one of the most popular sports teams in India. RCB’s brand value has consistently been at the top in the IPL, driven by superstar players and passionate fans, who are known as the “12th Man Army”.
RCB IPL 2025 Fixtures
|
Match No. |
Date |
Day |
Opponent |
Time (IST) |
Venue |
|
1 |
March 22 |
Saturday |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
7:30 PM |
Kolkata |
|
8 |
March 28 |
Friday |
Chennai Super Kings |
7:30 PM |
Chennai |
|
14 |
April 2 |
Wednesday |
Gujarat Titans |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
|
21 |
April 7 |
Monday |
Mumbai Indians |
7:30 PM |
Mumbai |
|
24 |
April 10 |
Thursday |
Delhi Capitals |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
|
28 |
April 13 |
Sunday |
Rajasthan Royals |
3:30 PM |
Jaipur |
|
34 |
April 18 |
Friday |
Punjab Kings |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
|
37 |
April 20 |
Sunday |
Punjab Kings |
3:30 PM |
Mullanpur |
|
42 |
April 24 |
Thursday |
Rajasthan Royals |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
|
46 |
April 27 |
Sunday |
Delhi Capitals |
7:30 PM |
Delhi |
|
52 |
May 3 |
Saturday |
Chennai Super Kings |
7:30 PM |
Chennai |
|
59 |
May 9 |
Friday |
Lucknow Super Giants |
7:30 PM |
Lucknow |
|
64 |
May 13 |
Tuesday |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
|
|
68 |
May 17 |
Saturday |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
7:30 PM |
Bengaluru |
Key Venues for RCB Matches
Bengaluru’s M. Chinna Stadium has once again become a stronghold for RCB. This stadium skates through its high-billed boundaries, outfield and throwing. Let’s just say it’s not as bad as it sounds. Away from home were prestigious venues like Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) and Chepauk (Chennai).
Match Timings Â
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Day Games: Start at 3:30 PM IST
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Evening Games: Start at 7:30 PM IST
This allows fans across the country to enjoy matches either as an afternoon spectacle or under floodlights in prime time.
Royal Challengers Bangalore 2025 Squad Highlights
This time, the RCB team for IPL 2025 had some of the biggest stars of modern cricket. The key players were as usual Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Mohammed Siraj and Rajat Patidar. This time, RCB ensured that a balance was maintained in both batting and bowling. The youngsters added depth, while the international players brought flexibility.
The main challenge for the franchise was to maintain consistency in the league stage and deliver when it mattered most. And this time, they were able to do it perfectly and that is why they won IPL 2025.
Conclusion
Royal Challengers Bangalore really put on a show in the IPL this time! With a schedule full of blockbuster matches, they left no room for regret. Their home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, once again turned red with thousands of fans, who were supporting their favourite team. With a strong group of experienced players and enthusiastic youngsters, RCB won their first IPL trophy this season. The long-running drought of RCB fans is finally over.
FAQs: Questions & Answers
Q1. Who owns Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2025?
RCB is owned by United Spirits Limited, a subsidiary of Diageo Group. United Spirits has been managing the franchise since 2008.
Q2. Where did RCB play their home matches in IPL 2025?
RCB’s home matches were held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Known for its batting-friendly pitch and short boundaries, this ground is often the site of record-breaking scores.
Q3. Who was the captain of RCB for IPL 2025?
The captain who led RCB to victory in IPL 2025 was Rajat Patidar.
Q4. What was the complete fixture list for RCB in IPL 2025?
RCB played 14 league matches during IPL 2025. Their first match was against Mumbai Indians on March 24, 2025 and the last league match was against Kolkata Knight Riders on May 23, 2025. The playoff schedule will be announced by BCCI later in the tournament.
Q5. Did RCB win the IPL 2025 title?
Yes. After a long wait, the 2025 IPL was awarded to RCB.
