MUMBAI, May 29 -- For Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), there have been more disappointments than highs in the 18 seasons of the Indian Premier League. From the original eight sides when IPL was launched in 2008, along with Delhi Capitals (earlier Delhi Daredevils), they are in a group of three who are yet to lay their hands on the winners' trophy. IPL 2025 though is proving to be a season to remember for the red outfits. With a series of impressive displays, they have raised expectations of their fans that the wait for a title is about to end. Having finished top two in the league table, they are genuine title contenders as they lock horns in Qualifier 1 on Thursday. Punjab are banking on home advantage at the new ...