Badrinath mocks RCB, igniting CSK rivalry before IPL

Former CSK player S Badrinath stirred up the rivalry between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ahead of the IPL 2025 season. His recent Instagram video mocked RCB by showing him welcoming every IPL team but ignoring RCB's representative. The two teams are set to meet twice in the upcoming season. Their first match is on March 28 in Chennai, followed by a game in Bengaluru on May 3. The rivalry has always been intense, and their last match in IPL 2024 was particularly memorable. RCB won that game, securing a spot in the playoffs while sending CSK home. Badrinath’s video quickly gained popularity online, causing excitement among CSK fans. In the clip, he meets with other teams but purposely ignores RCB, highlighting the tension between the franchises. CSK has a strong history in the IPL, having won five titles, while RCB is still seeking their first championship. RCB will see a captain change this season, with Rajat Patidar taking over. Meanwhile, CSK will continue with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the team after taking over from MS Dhoni.