Royal Challengers Bengaluru playoff history: A detailed analysis of win, losses and some key stats

Royal Challengers Bengaluru had an impressive IPL season

Royal Challengers Bengaluru chased down a massive target of 228 runs against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten 85 from Jitesh Sharma, with valuable contributions from Virat Kohli (54) and Mayank Agarwal (41). The win helped RCB secure a spot in Qualifier 1 against Punjab Kings on May 29.

RCB will take on Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1

RCB have had a modest record in the IPL playoffs, winning only 4 out of 10 matches. Since their runner-up finish against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2016 final, their playoff performances have mostly fallen short of expectations.

RCB performance in IPL playoff history

In their last five playoff appearances, RCB have faced defeat four times. Their only victory came in the Eliminator of the 2022 season, where they defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 14 runs at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Interestingly, in all four losses, RCB batted first and saw their targets chased down with relative ease.

Last five playoff appearance record

In the previous season, RCB staged a remarkable comeback by winning six consecutive matches. Once on the verge of early elimination, they turned things around to secure a playoff berth. However, their campaign ended in heartbreak as they lost the eliminator to Rajasthan Royals by four wickets.

RCB’s 2024 IPL season

RCB have entered Qualifier 1 for the third time in IPL history. Their previous appearances were in 2011 and 2016. In 2011, they lost to Mumbai Indians at Chepauk, while in 2016, they defeated Gujarat Lions to reach the final.

RCB entered Qualifier 1 for the third time in IPL history

Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli has scored 341 runs in 15 innings at an average of 26.23 and a strike rate of 121.78.

Virat Kohli playoff stat