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'I Had One Of The Worst...': Shane Watson Apologizes To RCB Fans For 2016 Final Performance

Former RCB player Shane Watson apologizes to RCB fans [X,.com]Former RCB player Shane Watson apologizes to RCB fans [X,.com]

Former Australian all-rounder and ex-Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) player Shane Watson was welcomed with enthusiastic chants of "RCB, RCB" from fans during a recent visit to Presidency College in Bengaluru. 

Watson, who played for RCB during the 2016 and 2017 seasons, was in Bengaluru to promote his new book, "The Winner's Mind Set."

At the event, Watson shared fond memories of playing at the iconic Chinnaswamy Stadium and expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support from RCB fans. Reflecting on the memorable 2016 IPL season, Watson described it as a wonderful experience, highlighting the passionate and loyal fan base that RCB is known for.

However, Watson also took the opportunity to address a moment of regret from his tenure with RCB. He apologized to fans for his disappointing performance in the 2016 IPL final against SunRisers Hyderabad. 

In a candid moment, Watson admitted that his poor bowling in the final, where he conceded 61 runs in four overs—including a costly 24 runs in the final over—played a significant role in RCB's narrow defeat.

Here's what Watson said:

"To all the RCB fans here tonight, I need to profusely apologize. The reason why I need to profusely apologize to RCB fans is because 2016 IPL final at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. I was prepared as well as I could. I was hoping to perform my very very best, but I had one of the worst performances when it comes to the bowling perspective in the final. And I most probably cost RCB winning that TATA IPL."

Despite the team's best efforts, the 2016 IPL final marked the third time RCB reached the final without securing the trophy, leaving fans with a lingering sense of longing.