Devdutt Padikkal has emphasized that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are treating their IPL 2025 clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) no differently from any other match, despite the high stakes. With RCB aiming to move to the top of the points table and CSK already out of the playoff race, the match holds significant importance for both teams. However, Padikkal believes that RCB’s success this season has been down to consistent focus and preparation, and they won’t let the rivalry or pressure affect their approach. The top-order batter remains confident that as long as they stay focused, they’ll perform well.
Devdutt Padikkal Says RCB Won’t Treat CSK Clash Any Differently Despite High Stakes
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gear up for a high-voltage IPL 2025 showdown against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), batter Devdutt Padikkal has made it clear that the team will approach the match with the same focus and preparation as any other fixture. Speaking ahead of the crucial Match No. 52 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Devdutt Padikkal emphasized that RCB are not letting the rivalry or the playoff implications distract them. With CSK already out of playoff contention and RCB aiming to climb to the top of the table, the stakes are high—but Padikkal remains grounded in his approach.
“We’ve played some really good cricket this season, and there’s no reason to treat this game differently. As long as our preparation is on point, we’re confident,” said Devdutt Padikkal at the pre-match press conference. The young left-hander has been reliable at the No. 3 spot, scoring 230 runs in nine innings at a healthy strike rate of 154.37. He has been utilized effectively as an Impact Player and is expected to play a key role in this intense battle.
In their previous meeting this season, RCB dominated CSK at Chepauk, posting 196/7 and restricting the hosts to 146/8, winning by 50 runs. With RCB now eyeing a double over their arch-rivals and CSK looking to play spoilsport, fans can expect fireworks in Bengaluru this Saturday.
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