The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are hosting their annual “Unbox 2025” event today, March 17, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This event serves as the official kickoff for RCB’s Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign, featuring the unveiling of the new team jersey, player introductions, and live entertainment.
Event Details:
- Date & Time: March 17, 2025, starting at 3:30 PM IST.
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Live Streaming Information:
Fans unable to attend in person can watch the event live through the following platforms:
- RCB Official App and Website: A subscription fee of ₹99 is required.
- RCB’s YouTube Channel: Select segments will be available for free.
Ticket Information:
Tickets for the event, priced between ₹800 and ₹5,000, were available on RCB’s official merchandise website. Due to high demand, tickets sold out within an hour of release.
Event Highlights:
- Jersey Launch: The team will unveil their official jersey for the IPL 2025 season.
- Squad Introduction: Both men’s and women’s teams will be presented to the fans, including new signings and retained players.
- Hall of Fame Induction: Speculation suggests that former wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik may be inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame, following his retirement and new role as the team’s batting coach.
- Entertainment: Live performances by artists such as DJ Timmy Trumpet, Sanjith Hegde, Aishwarya Rangarajan, and bands like Best Kept Secret are scheduled.
- Skills Showdown: Players will participate in challenges focusing on death bowling, overhead catching, and six-hitting.
Notable Attendees:
Key players expected to attend include Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Liam Livingstone, and Devdutt Padikkal. The RCB women’s team is also anticipated to be present.
The Unbox 2025 event offers fans an immersive experience, blending cricketing action with entertainment, and sets the stage for RCB’s pursuit of their first IPL title in the upcoming season.
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