Ambati Rayudu’s Claim of Credit for RCB’s Success Sparks Controversy
Ambati Rayudu’s Claim of Credit for RCB’s Success Sparks Controversy
Former India and Karnataka pacer Dodda Ganesh has hit out at former Chennai Super Kings legend Ambati Rayudu for trying to take credit for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s success in IPL 2026.
RCB’s Success in IPL 2026
Defending champions RCB are currently on top of the points table in IPL 2026 and have practically qualified for the playoffs. Just 1 win in their remaining 2 matches will arguably get the job done.
On Wednesday, RCB beat the Kolkata Knight Riders in their last home game of the season, but it was in Raipur. RCB also have the best net run rate in the league right now.
Ambati Rayudu’s Comments
In Raipur on Thursday, RCB comfortably beat KKR by 6 wickets. After the game, Ambati Rayudu spoke to ESPNCricinfo and shared his thoughts about RCB’s top-of-the-table success.
Ambati Rayudu said, “We [CSK fans] were the ones who wanted RCB to do well. We were the ones who always spoke the truth out. A lot of people could not, you know, when they were not doing well. And because of guys like us, they actually realised that they had to build a team like this. And eventually they did, and they’re winning. So, you know, they should thank us.”
When asked if he wanted the credit for RCB’s success, Ambati Rayudu responded in the affirmative.
Ambati Rayudu added, “Yes, of course, we all should. No, see, our criticism was logic-based. It was never without logic. We said they never picked good, quality Indian middle-order batsmen. They didn’t have good finishers, and they didn’t have experienced bowling. This was what we were always saying. And eventually they did, and they are reaping the rewards. So, you guys [RCB should thank us.”
Dodda Ganesh’s Response
On his X account, Ganesh replied to a video of Ambati Rayudu’s analysis with an adage. Dodda Ganesh wrote, “Success has many fathers 😂🤣 https://t.co/Vuboa3jxpC”
Upcoming Matches for RCB
RCB only have two matches left in the league stage in IPL 2026. Both of them will be away games.
- First, they will face the Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on May 17 in a day game.
- Then, they will face Sunrisers Hyderabad – the same team they started their season against – in Hyderabad on May 22.
