Virat Kohli and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad landed in Chennai for their IPL 2024 season opener against the Chennai Super Kings. After attending the RCB Unbox event, the players swiftly transitioned to Chennai, gearing up for the highly anticipated clash at the Chepauk stadium on March 22.

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Unveiling of RCB’s New Green Outfit

Amidst preparations, RCB unveiled their new green outfit for the season, generating buzz across social media platforms. In a significant move, RCB announced their rebranding to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, reflecting a fresh chapter in the franchise’s journey.

VIDEO | IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) launch their second team kit during an event in Chennai. @RCBTweets
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— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 20, 2024

Player Reception and Fan Expectations

Star players like Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and Glenn Maxwell received a warm reception from fans, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. RCB fans showcased their unwavering support, enhancing the team’s morale.

RCB’s Quest for the Maiden IPL Title

Despite being one of the most prominent teams in the IPL, RCB has yet to secure the coveted title. With renewed determination, the team aims to clinch their maiden championship in IPL 2024.

As IPL 2024 kicks off, RCB sees another opportunity to fulfill their title aspirations. The recent success of their female counterparts in the WPL has further ignited hopes among fans for a triumphant IPL campaign. The fans have already dialled up their expectations of Du Plessis and his side to replicate the success of the Smriti Mandhana-led side.

RCB Full Squad: Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Dinesh Karthik, Suyash Prabhudessai, Will Jacks, Mahipal Lomror, Karn Sharma, Manoj Bhandage, Mayank Dagar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Cameron Green, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Tom Curran, Lockie Ferguson, Swapnil Singh, Saurav Chauhan.