New Delhi, June 2 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru are often called the South Africa of IPL. it's a comparison that resonates with many cricket fans. Here's why.

RCB have had some of the biggest names in T20 cricket, just like South Africa. Virat Kohli is all-time highest IPL run-scorer (8,618 runs). South African AB de Villiers, one of the most destructive batters in T20 history, is called Mr. 360 degrees. Chris Gayle is the holder of the highest individual IPL score of 175*.

Despite this firepower, RCB have never lifted the IPL trophy in 17 seasons. Similarly, South Africa have produced legends like Jacques Kallis, Dale Steyn and Hashim Amla. But, the Proteas have never won an ICC ODI World Cup or T20 World Cup. Talent hasn't translated...