RCB chase IPL glory, pressure and injuries linger
Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter IPL 2026 in India with a balanced squad, but injury doubts, lack of rhythm and title pressure threaten to disrupt their push.
On paper, RCB look sharp and complete, yet several players return undercooked, raising early concerns. Still without a trophy after 16 seasons, the franchise again faces intense expectations.
“We have the squad, but consistency is everything,” a team source said. Another warned, “Rust and injuries could cost us early.”
After missing the playoffs last season due to inconsistency, RCB now walk a fine line—where promise meets pressure from the very first ball.