India, March 21 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru have stirred the pot ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opener, seemingly taking a playful swipe at five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI). With the much-anticipated tournament set to commence on March 22, where RCB will lock horns with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens, the banter between franchises has already begun.

RCB recently appointed Rajat Patidar as their captain for the upcoming season, a decision that came after the release of former skipper Faf du Plessis ahead of the auction. Patidar received best wishes from his predecessors, including Virat Kohli and Faf, ensuring a smooth leadership transition.

However, in a video posted by the franc...