IPL 2025: RCB look to break home jinx against struggling Rajasthan Royals

Hosts search for maiden home win of current edition while Royals aim to end losing streak

- TRIDIB BAPARNASH

Despite being one of the most consistent sides in IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are yet to register a win at home so far, and on Thursday, Rajat Patidar's men will have the best chance to end the jinx when they take on a struggling Rajasthan Royals at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Having lost all their last four games, including two last-over heartbreaks against Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the Royals have been further weakened by the loss of their skipper Sanju Samson, who is nursing an abdominal injury back in Jaipur, with Riyan Parag most likely to continue leading the side without much success.

On the other hand, while RCB's home form has been a concern, they have had a blemish-free run on the road this season, which speaks of the team's balance and belief, with settled players perfectly chipping in to their roles.

With chances of making it to the playoffs fading rapidly, the visitors would be desperate to break their losing streak, while RCB would be eager to finally get over the line in front of their loyalists.