RCB's Record-Breaking Journey in IPL 2024
1. Historic Winning Streak:
- First 8 Matches Won: RCB set a new IPL record by winning their first eight matches of the season, showcasing dominance and exceptional team performance.
2. Unprecedented Losing Streak:
- Next 8 Matches Lost: Following their winning streak, RCB faced a dramatic downturn, losing the next eight consecutive matches, an unusual and notable record in IPL history.
3. Playoff Qualification with 14 Points:
- Playoffs with Minimal Points: Despite the ups and downs, RCB managed to qualify for the playoffs with just 14 points, an uncommon feat in IPL, where teams typically need 16 points to secure a playoff spot.
Key Moments and Performances
Virat Kohli’s Milestones:
- Most Sixes for RCB: Kohli surpassed Chris Gayle's record with 241 sixes.
- 8,000 IPL Runs: Kohli became the first player to reach this milestone, highlighting his consistency and dominance.
Memorable Matches:
- Against SRH: SRH set the highest IPL total of 287 against RCB, marking a significant match in the season and contributing to RCB's losing streak.
RCB’s 2024 season was marked by extreme highs and lows.