RCB’s Top 5 Unbreakable IPL Records

Explore RCB's top achievements in the IPL with their five unbeatable records.

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have left an indelible mark in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) despite not clinching the coveted title yet.

As the 17th edition of the IPL approaches, let’s delve into the top five unbreakable records set by RCB:

Virat Kohli’s Massive Run Haul

Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli | Source: BCCI/IPL

In the 2016 IPL season, Virat Kohli smashed a whopping 973 runs, a record that still stands strong today. It’s unlikely anyone will come close to this anytime soon.

Highest Team Score

Royal Challengers Bangalore RCB IPL
RCB | Source: BCCI/IPL

RCB set the record for the highest team score against a single opponent in one IPL match, scoring a massive 265 runs against Pune Warriors India in the 2013 season. No other team has managed to beat this total.

Chris Gayle’s Legendary Innings

Chris Gayle
Chris Gayle | Source: X.com

Chris Gayle’s incredible knock of 175 not out in the 2013 IPL season remains the highest individual score in IPL history. It’s a record that’s yet to be broken.

Harshal Patel’s Wicket-Taking Spree

Harshal Patel
Harshal Patel | Source: X/Twitter

In the 2021 IPL season, Harshal Patel took an impressive 32 wickets while playing for RCB, setting a new record for the most wickets taken by a bowler in a single IPL season.

Highest Partnership

Virat Kohli & Ab De Villiers
Virat Kohli & Ab De Villiers | Source: Twitter

Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers teamed up for a massive 229-run partnership against Gujarat Lions in 2016, a record that still stands tall as the highest partnership ever seen in the IPL.