Ambati Rayudu took a dig at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) while doing commentary during the final of the 2025 Champions Trophy. The former India batsman was sharing the mic with former RCB coach, Sanjay Bangar when he took a dig at RCB. Rayudu, who made his IPL debut in 2010, never played for RCB.
Rayudu played for Mumbai Indians (MI) from IPL 2010 to 2017. He moved to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2018 mega-auction and stayed with them till IPL 2023. He took up commentary after retiring from Indian cricket.
During the commentary, Bangar opined that RCB's performance has been consistent and that they reached the playoffs four times. Rayudu took a dig by saying that RCB will clear the hurdle and make it to the second qualifier in IPL 2025.
"The team's performance has been consistent for the last 4-5 years. The side has reached the playoffs on four occasions. Last year, after losing seven matches and then finishing in the playoffs, it was the greatest comeback. Once you make a comeback like this, the side can cross the next hurdle," Bangar said.
"Right, Sanjay Bhai. RCB will cross the next hurdle. So next time, RCB will reach Qualifier 2 (laughs)," Rayudu said. "This is so wrong. Hitting below the belt. I won't be able to tolerate this. RCB fans are watching you," Bangar responded.
RCB have been part of IPL since the tournament's inception but they have never won the elusive title. RCB have lost all three finals they have played so far.
Rayudu is a six-time IPL winner
Rayudu, who made his IPL debut in 2010, is a six-time IPL winner. He won 3 IPL titles with MI and another 3 trophies with CSK. Rayudu retired from Indian cricket after winning the IPL 2023 trophy under MS Dhoni's captaincy. The IPL 2023 final was Dhoni's last game as CSK's captain.
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