RCB vs RR Head to Head: Complete IPL Records, Stats and Match History (2008-2026)
34 IPL meetings between RCB and Rajasthan Royals, with RCB holding a 17-14 edge overall. Three matches ended without a result making this one of the more disrupted fixtures on the calendar, but when these two do play, the results are rarely dull. Check the full IPL 2026 fixtures and schedule to find their next meeting.
| Stat | RCB | RR |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 34 | 34 |
| Won | 17 | 14 |
| Lost | 14 | 17 |
| No Result | 3 | 3 |
| Highest Score | 205 | 217 |
| Lowest Score | 70 | 58 |
RR’s lowest score of 58 against RCB is one of the lowest totals in IPL history. At the other end, RR’s highest of 217 shows just how quickly this fixture can swing from a batting collapse to a run feast.
Season-by-Season Results (2008-2025)
| Season | Match | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Match 1 | RR | 7 wickets |
| 2008 | Match 2 | RR | 65 runs |
| 2009 | Match 1 | RCB | 75 runs |
| 2009 | Match 2 | RR | 7 wickets |
| 2010 | Match 1 | RCB | 10 wickets |
| 2010 | Match 2 | RCB | 5 wickets |
| 2011 | Match 1 | RCB | 9 wickets |
| 2011 | Match 2 | Abandoned | No result |
| 2012 | Match 1 | RR | 59 runs |
| 2012 | Match 2 | RCB | 46 runs |
| 2013 | Match 1 | RCB | 7 wickets |
| 2013 | Match 2 | RR | 4 wickets |
| 2014 | Match 1 | RR | 6 wickets |
| 2014 | Match 2 | RR | 5 wickets |
| 2015 | Match 1 | RCB | 9 wickets |
| 2015 | Match 2 | No Result | Abandoned |
| 2015 | Match 3 | RCB | 71 runs |
| 2018 | Match 1 | RR | 19 runs |
| 2018 | Match 2 | RR | 30 runs |
| 2019 | Match 1 | RR | 7 wickets |
| 2019 | Match 2 | No Result | Abandoned |
| 2020 | Match 1 | RCB | 8 wickets |
| 2020 | Match 2 | RCB | 7 wickets |
| 2021 | Match 1 | RCB | 10 wickets |
| 2021 | Match 2 | RCB | 7 wickets |
| 2022 | Match 1 | RCB | 4 wickets |
| 2022 | Match 2 | RR | 29 runs |
| 2022 | Match 3 | RR | 7 wickets |
| 2023 | Match 1 | RCB | 7 runs |
| 2023 | Match 2 | RCB | 112 runs |
| 2024 | Match 1 | RR | 6 wickets |
| 2024 | Match 2 | RR | 4 wickets |
| 2025 | Match 1 | RCB | 9 wickets |
| 2025 | Match 2 | RCB | 11 runs |
Head to Head Summary
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 34 |
| RCB Wins | 17 |
| RR Wins | 14 |
| No Results | 3 |
| RCB Win % | 54.8% |
| RR Win % | 45.1% |
| Biggest RCB Win by Runs | 112 runs (2023) |
| Biggest RCB Win by Wickets | 10 wickets (2010, 2021) |
| Biggest RR Win by Runs | 65 runs (2008) |
| Biggest RR Win by Wickets | 7 wickets (multiple) |
| Most No Results | 3 abandoned matches |
| RR Lowest Score | 58 all out |
RCB have won by 10 wickets twice in this fixture, in 2010 and again in 2021, which speaks to how completely they have dismantled RR on their best days. The 112-run win in 2023 is the biggest winning margin by runs RCB have ever recorded against Rajasthan.
Wins by Era
| Era | RCB Wins | RR Wins | Pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-2011 | 4 | 4 | Perfectly even start |
| 2012-2015 | 5 | 5 | Still level, split results each season |
| 2018-2019 | 0 | 4 | RR’s strongest run in this fixture |
| 2020-2021 | 4 | 0 | RCB sweep both seasons completely |
| 2022-2025 | 5 | 5 | Back to parity in recent years |
The most striking pattern in this rivalry is how it swings in blocks. RR won all four meetings across 2018 and 2019 without RCB taking a single game. Then RCB responded by winning all four across 2020 and 2021, including two 10-wicket wins. That kind of momentum shift is rare in any sporting rivalry and makes this one genuinely fascinating to follow. See the full RR squad and fixtures for IPL 2026 to track how Rajasthan are building this campaign.
Notable Moments in This Rivalry
| Match | Moment | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | RR win both including by 65 runs | Rajasthan set early dominance in the inaugural IPL |
| 2010 | RCB win by 10 wickets | First 10-wicket win for RCB in this fixture |
| 2015 | Three meetings in one season | RCB won two of three, only season with three fixtures |
| 2018-2019 | RR win all four meetings | RR’s longest winning streak in this head-to-head |
| 2020-2021 | RCB win all four meetings | RCB’s most dominant run, two 10-wicket wins included |
| 2023 | RCB win by 112 runs | Biggest winning margin by runs for RCB in this rivalry |
| 2023 | RR bowled out for 58 | RR’s lowest score in this fixture and one of IPL’s lowest |
| 2024 | RR win both matches | RR respond immediately after their 2023 hammerings |
| 2025 | RCB win both including by 9 wickets | RCB sweep the season again |
The 2023 second meeting deserves its own spotlight. RCB bowled RR out for just 58 runs and won by 112 runs in one of the most lopsided results this fixture has ever produced. What made it more remarkable was that RR had just beaten RCB twice in 2024 as if the 2023 humiliation never happened. This rivalry has no memory and no sentiment, just results. Follow all IPL 2026 news and updates as both sides push for the playoffs.
RCB vs RR in IPL 2026
RCB swept both 2025 meetings including a 9-wicket demolition that was as one-sided as this rivalry gets. RR, who reached the 2022 final and remain a genuine title contender every season, will be determined to get back on track against Bengaluru. With both squads stacked with match-winners, their IPL 2026 fixture promises to be one of the most anticipated of the season.
| Team | IPL 2026 Status | Head to Head Motivation |
|---|---|---|
| RCB | Defending Champions | Extend recent dominance, 6 wins in last 8 completed |
| RR | Consistent contenders | Reverse 2025 whitewash, target first title since 2008 |
Track every result and standings update live on the IPL 2026 points table throughout the season.
FAQs
How many times have RCB and RR played in the IPL?
RCB and RR have met 34 times in the IPL between 2008 and 2025. Three of those matches were abandoned without a result.
Who leads the RCB vs RR head to head record?
RCB lead 17-14 in completed matches across all IPL seasons from 2008 to 2025.
What is the biggest win in RCB vs RR history?
RCB’s 112-run win in 2023 is the biggest by runs in this fixture. RCB have also won by 10 wickets twice, in 2010 and 2021, which are the biggest wins by wickets in the rivalry.
What is RR’s lowest score against RCB?
Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for just 58 runs in their 2023 meeting, which is their lowest total in this head-to-head and one of the lowest scores in IPL history.
Has either team ever swept both fixtures in a single season?
Yes, multiple times. RR swept both games in 2018, 2019 and 2024. RCB swept both in 2020, 2021 and 2025. The 2020 and 2021 back-to-back sweeps for RCB remain the longest unbroken run in this fixture.
Where can I watch RCB vs RR live in IPL 2026?
All broadcast and streaming details are available on the IPL 2026 live streaming guide.
