Royal Challengers Bangalore needs no introduction when it comes to franchise cricket across the globe. This team is certainly one of the most followed franchise teams in cricket because some big names have played for them over the years. RCB has been part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) from the beginning. Though they have not won the title yet, they have played in three finals.
One main strength for this team over the years has been their batting strength. The franchise always chooses the best batter in the world. Even the current lot has some incredible batting superstars like Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Faf du Plessis, and many more. That is why you will find this team at the top of almost all batting records. Notably, RCB holds the record for the top two IPL stands. And here we will talk about the top ten biggest partnerships for RCB in the IPL.
Highest Partnership for RCB in the Indian Premier League (IPL)
Here are the top ten stands for RCB in the Indian Premier League (IPL)
Partners | Runs | Wkt | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
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V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 229 | 2nd | RCB | v Guj Lions | Bengaluru | 14 May 2016 |
V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 215* | 2nd | RCB | v MI | Wankhede | 10 May 2015 |
V Kohli, CH Gayle | 204* | 2nd | RCB | v Daredevils | Delhi | 17 May 2012 |
D Padikkal, V Kohli | 181* | 1st | RCB | v RR | Wankhede | 22 Apr 2021 |
V Kohli, F du Plessis | 172 | 1st | RCB | v SRH | Hyderabad | 18 May 2023 |
CH Gayle, TM Dilshan | 167 | 1st | RCB | v Warriors | Bengaluru | 23 Apr 2013 |
V Kohli, WG Jacks | 166* | 2nd | RCB | v GT | Ahmedabad | 28 Apr 2024 |
V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 157 | 2nd | RCB | v SRH | Bengaluru | 12 Apr 2016 |
V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 155 | 2nd | RCB | v Supergiants | Pune | 22 Apr 2016 |
V Kohli, F du Plessis | 148 | 1st | RCB | v MI | Bengaluru | 2 Apr 2023 |
5. Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis (172) vs SRH in 2023
RCB’s fifth-highest stand in the IPL came most recently in 2023. It was the 65th game of the season against SRH in Hyderabad. SRH made a tough score of 186/5. Heinrich Klaasen scored 104 off 51 balls. But the chase was pretty smooth because Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis took it upon themselves and added 172 runs in 17.5 overs for the first wicket. Virat made 100 off 63 and Du Plessis scored 71 off 47, and RCB won by 8 wickets.
4. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal (181*) vs RR in 2021
Before Du Plessis, it was Devdutt Padikkal, who used to open for RCB. In 2021, he, along with Virat, added the fourth-highest stand for the franchise in the IPL. It came in a chase against RR at Wankhede Stadium, and RCB won by ten wickets. RR scored 177/9 in the first innings. In reply, RCB scored 181/3 in 16.3 overs. Virat made 72 off 47, and Padikkal scored 101* off 52 to help his team win.
3. Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle (204*) vs Delhi Daredevils in 2012
Chris Gayle had a pretty successful stint with the IPL, and his stature was well supported by other players. The third-highest stand for RCB came in 2012 against Delhi Daredevils in Delhi. RCB scored 215/1, and Gayle scored a brilliant 128* off 62 balls with seven fours and 13 sixes. He and Virat Kohli (74* off 53) added an unbeaten 204 runs for the second wicket. RCB finished with 215/1, and Delhi scored 194/9 in reply and lost by 21 runs.
2. Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers (215) vs MI in 2015
The pair of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers was certainly the best pair, and the stats suggest it. These two added the top two IPL stands in history and are the only pair with two 200+ partnerships. The second-highest came against Mumbai Indians in 2015 at Wankhede. Batting first, RCB scored 235/1, and both batters scored 215* in just 16.5 overs. Virat made 82* off 50, and De Villiers scored 59-ball 133 not out. Mumbai tried hard but reached 196/7 and lost by 39 runs.
1. Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers (229) vs Gujarat Lions in 2016
A T20 hundred never comes easy, but two batters scoring a century each in one innings is even rare. One such incident occurred during the 2016 season when RCB took on Gujarat Lions at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB made 248/3, courtesy of a 229-run stand for the second wicket. Virat made 109 off 55, and De Villiers smashed an unbeaten 129* off 52 balls. This is still the highest IPL stand, which looks unbreakable. Gujarat got all out for 104 runs, and RCB registered a massive win by 144 runs (second-biggest win margin in IPL).
People Also Ask (FAQ)
Which team holds the record for the highest partnership in the IPL?
RCB holds the record for the highest IPL stand. It came between Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers when they added 229 runs against Gujarat Lions in 2015. Both batters scored hundreds in that match.
Which team has scored the most 200-plus stands in the IPL?
Only five times has a pair scored 200 or more five times, and RCB has done it three times.
Which is the most successful pair in IPL history in terms of the biggest partnership?
The pair of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers is the only pair to have two 200+ stands in the IPL.
How many times have the RCB pair scored 200 or more in the IPL?
The RCB pair have scored 200 or more three times, and Virat Kohli has been involved in all three partnerships.
What is the biggest partnership at home ground for an IPL team?
Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers added 229 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in 2016 against the Gujarat Lions, which is the highest stand at home venue for a team.