Royal Challengers Bangalore They will return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday, April 15, where they will host Lucknow Supergiants in their upcoming IPL 2026 match.
The Rajat Patidar-led side are coming into the competition in great form, having achieved an impressive 18-run win over Mumbai Indians in their previous encounter, with right-arm fast bowler Rasikh Dar also being one of the positives, finishing with figures of 1/23.
RCB are currently third in the points table with six points from four matches, with the highest net run-rate in the competition. The match also marks the beginning of an important phase for the defending champions, who are set to play three consecutive matches at home.
Ahead of the home clash against LSG, Dar reflected on the defending champions' campaign so far, as well as how his personal return to the IPL after a hiatus has been.
“It was an important win for the team and we are feeling confident as a unit. There is clarity in our roles and what we need to do, and we are looking forward to playing on home soil tomorrow,” he said.
“I was playing an IPL game after a while, but the process remained the same. The work we did last year was about preparing for match situations, and in the last game, I focused on executing my plans.”
Rasikh is part of an experienced bowling unit that includes players like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood and Krunal Pandya. When asked about his role within the team and Hazlewood's presence, he said that his focus remains on trying to contribute to the best of his abilities.
“I always want to help the team. Hazlewood is a big legend and an important part of the team. I always try to contribute wherever I can.”
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