[Watch] Virat Kohli And RCB Team Leave For Kolkata Ahead Of IPL 2025 Opener Vs KKR

RCB team leave for Kolkata ahead of the highly-anticipated clash [Source: @KohliSensation/X.com]

The excitement for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is building up as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gear up for their first match against the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The much-awaited clash will take place on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Ahead of the big game, the RCB squad has departed for Kolkata.

RCB Players Spotted at the Airport Ahead Of KKR Clash

A viral video circulating online shows Virat Kohli, Liam Livingstone, and other RCB players at the airport as they head to Kolkata. The team was seen sporting their latest red jerseys, with Virat Kohli standing out in stylish black sunglasses. Fans are eagerly waiting to see him back in action.

Rajat Patidar Takes Over RCB Captaincy

This season, RCB will begin their campaign with a new leader, Rajat Patidar. He has become the eighth captain of the franchise, replacing South Africa star Faf du Plessis, who was not retained by the team during the IPL 2025 mega auction, which took place in Dubai.

In IPL 2024, RCB finished fourth on the IPL points table after making a dramatic comeback, winning six matches in a row to secure a playoff spot. However, they fell short of reaching the finals. Under Rajat Patidar’s leadership, the Bengaluru is looking to start fresh with renewed energy and a new strategy.

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