'CSK should give one of their trophies to RCB' - Ambati Rayudu opens up on RCB's win over CSK

The recent match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2024 was an exciting encounter that went down to the wire. RCB secured a 27-run victory, knocking CSK out of the playoffs race.

However, the real drama took place after the match, with former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu making a cheeky comment about RCB's celebrations. RCB's victory sparked wild celebrations among their players and fans, with the team securing their place in the playoffs. It was during the post-match analysis that Ambati Rayudu took a dig at RCB's celebrations.

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Just not able to digest the fact that they have lost: Varun Aaron

"RCB have already won the IPL. The way they celebrated last night. They are on their way and the whole streets of Bengaluru are filled with RCB fans. CSK should give one of their trophies to RCB and they can parade it around Bengaluru " Rayudu said on Star Sports.

"Just pure CSK. Just not able to digest the fact that they have lost, He's just not able to digest the fact that RCB knocked out CSK," Varun Aaron responded to Rayudu.

"RCB should win the IPL. We saw what the reaction in the streets of Bengaluru CSK should give one of their trophies to RCB." Rayudu replied.

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The match between RCB and CSK was a do-or-die clash for both teams, with the winner securing a spot in the playoffs. CSK needed 72 runs off the final five overs, and despite a valiant effort from MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja, they fell short, succumbing to a 27-run defeat.

With RCB securing a place in the playoffs, they will now face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Eliminator 1 in Ahmedabad on May 22. Along with RCB and RR, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have also qualified and will square off against each other in the Qualifier 1 on May 21 in the same venue.