NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will tread rigorously of their last league-stage conflict in opposition to the unpredictable Lucknow Tremendous Giants (LSG) on Tuesday, as they chase a coveted top-two end in IPL 2025. In the meantime, the hosts might be keen to finish a disappointing marketing campaign on a excessive notice.Again-to-back defeats for Gujarat Titans have opened the door for third-placed RCB to interrupt into the highest two — a feat they haven’t achieved since 2016. Ending within the high two presents a vital benefit: a direct entry into Qualifier 1, with the winner shifting straight to the ultimate, and the loser getting one other shot in Qualifier 2 in opposition to the Eliminator winner.Within the build-up to the match, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant was seen limping together with his knee strapped. Regardless of the discomfort, he made a heartwarming gesture, signing a ball for a younger fan whereas visibly in ache.
Monday’s outcome noticed Mumbai Indians lose to Punjab Kings, sealing Punjab’s place in Qualifier 1. Because of this, Mumbai Indians will now play the Eliminator.RCB, who’ve already secured a playoff spot, can soar to the highest two in the event that they defeat LSG.Earlier than the league’s 10-day break as a result of India-Pakistan army battle, RCB have been in red-hot type, driving a four-match successful streak.
Nonetheless, the pause appears to have derailed their momentum. Because the restart, they’ve had one match washed out and suffered a 42-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Their final win got here on Could 3, and indicators of rust have been seen of their current outings.
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