If you’re a Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fan or a cricket enthusiast, you might be wondering how many trophies the team has won over the years.
Well, let’s take a look into RCB’s trophy cabinet and explore their journey to success in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
In 2025, RCB finally clinched their maiden IPL title, beating the Punjab Kings in the final in Ahmedabad.
Historic First Trophy Win for RCB
As of 2024, RCB has made history by clinching their first-ever trophy when the Women’s team bagged the WPL title. This monumental achievement is not just limited to the men’s team but also extends to the women’s team.
The RCB women’s team emerged victorious in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024, defeating Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets. Similarly, the men’s team secured a well-deserved victory over Delhi Capitals in the IPL final.
Previous Performance and Runners-Up Finishes
Before their memorable trophy win, RCB had come close to glory on three occasions, finishing as runners-up in the men’s IPL in 2009, 2011, and 2016. While they showcased their prowess and talent by consistently making it to the playoffs in various seasons, the championship title had eluded them until their triumphant moment in 2024.
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Recent Season Performance
Recent Season Performance of RCB in IPL:
Here’s a summary of RCB’s performance in the most recent IPL seasons:
IPL 2024:
League Stage: RCB finished 4th in the league stage with 7 wins and 7 losses, securing 14 points.
Playoffs: They qualified for the playoffs and played the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals but lost, finishing 4th in the tournament.
Key Performers:
- Most Runs: Virat Kohli (741 runs), who also won the Orange Cap for scoring the most runs in the season.
- Most Wickets: Yash Dayal (15 wickets).
Season Highlights: After a shaky start, RCB made a strong comeback to qualify for the playoffs. Virat Kohli’s consistent batting was a major highlight.
IPL 2023:
League Stage: RCB finished 6th in the league stage with 7 wins and 7 losses, failing to qualify for the playoffs.
Key Performers:
- Most Runs: Faf du Plessis (730 runs).
- Most Wickets: Mohammed Siraj (19 wickets).
Season Summary: RCB showed glimpses of good performance but lacked consistency in the crucial stages of the tournament, ultimately missing out on a playoff spot.
IPL 2022:
League Stage: RCB finished 4th in the league stage with 8 wins and 6 losses, qualifying for the playoffs.
Playoffs: They won the Eliminator against Lucknow Super Giants but lost to Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2.
Key Performers:
- Most Runs: Faf du Plessis (468 runs).
- Most Wickets: Wanindu Hasaranga (26 wickets).
Season Summary: RCB, under a new captain Faf du Plessis, reached the playoffs after a decent league stage performance but couldn’t make it to the final.
Celebrations and Reactions
The victory of RCB women’s team met met with widespread celebrations and heartfelt reactions. Former captain Virat Kohli showed his support by congratulating the team via a video call.
The camaraderie and jubilation among the players, especially the bond shared between Kohli and women’s team captain Smriti Mandhana, have been widely shared on social media platforms, reflecting the team spirit and unity within the RCB franchise.
FAQs
Q: How many times has RCB won the IPL trophy?
A: RCB has won the IPL trophy once, in the year 2024, marking their historic first-ever victory in the tournament. The men’s team won their first IPL trophy in 2025.
Q: Who is the captain of RCB?
Smriti Mandhana is the captain of the women’s side, while no official announcement has been for the men’s side.
