The CSK vs RCB rivalry has once again grabbed headlines ahead of IPL 2025, and this time, it’s not just about cricket. Former CSK star S. Badrinath has taken a dig at Virat Kohli’s RCB, adding fuel to the fire before their highly anticipated clash on March 28.
Badrinath’s viral Instagram video, where he snubs an RCB representative, has taken social media by storm, sparking massive reactions from CSK and RCB fans alike.
🔥 Badrinath’s Video – A Direct Snub to Kohli’s RCB?
Ahead of the big clash, S. Badrinath posted a video where he is seen greeting representatives from all IPL teams—except RCB. Instead of shaking hands or acknowledging them, he completely ignores the RCB representative and walks away.
The video, though posted in a light-hearted manner, has triggered intense reactions, with CSK fans enjoying the banter and RCB supporters calling it disrespectful.
📲 Social Media Reactions:
✔ CSK fans trolled RCB, calling it a reminder of their trophy-less record.
✔ RCB fans defended their team, pointing out their dominant performance in IPL 2024.
✔ Some users labeled it “friendly IPL banter”, while others saw it as a subtle insult to Kohli’s legacy at RCB.
The clip has now gone viral, further building excitement for the CSK vs RCB showdown.
🏏 Kohli’s RCB vs Dhoni’s CSK – A Rivalry for the Ages
The CSK vs RCB rivalry is one of the most intense and passionate in IPL history. While Virat Kohli has been the face of RCB for years, his team has always struggled to cross the final hurdle, whereas MS Dhoni’s CSK has dominated the league with five IPL titles.
🔹 RCB’s IPL 2024 Redemption Story
In IPL 2024, RCB pulled off a thrilling comeback, securing a last-minute playoff spot at CSK’s expense. Their emotional celebrations after knocking CSK out of the tournament highlighted how much that victory meant to them.
However, history still favors CSK, who have consistently outperformed RCB in crucial matches.
🏆 CSK’s Dominance Over Kohli’s RCB in IPL
Despite Virat Kohli’s brilliance, RCB has never won an IPL title, while CSK remains one of the most successful franchises in IPL history.
🔹 Head-to-Head Advantage for CSK:
✔ CSK – Five-time IPL champions
✔ Defeated RCB in the IPL 2011 final
✔ First IPL team to win back-to-back titles (2010 & 2011)
✔ RCB has lost three IPL finals (2009, 2011, 2016)
RCB’s last real shot at the title came in 2016 under Virat Kohli’s captaincy, but they lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final. Since then, their search for a maiden IPL trophy continues.
📅 CSK vs RCB – When and Where to Watch?
📍 First Match: March 28, 2025 – CSK vs RCB
📍 Second Match: May 3, 2025 – RCB vs CSK (Bengaluru)
With new RCB captain Rajat Patidar leading the squad and Virat Kohli playing a crucial role, the clash against CSK is set to be one of the biggest highlights of IPL 2025.
Will RCB finally break their trophy drought, or will CSK continue their dominance? One thing is certain—this rivalry is about to get even more heated!
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