Dinesh Karthik's Inspiring Speech In Dressing Room Sets Up RCB For Playoffs

By Admin

29 May, 2025

After a phenomenal display of power-hitting by Jitesh Sharma that helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secure a six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the mood in the RCB dressing room was electric. The victory didn’t just mark another successful outing—it sealed RCB’s place in Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025, and more notably, made them the first-ever IPL team to win all seven away matches in a single season. But what truly turned heads was an emotional and motivating speech delivered by RCB’s batting coach, Dinesh Karthik, that redefined the team's focus going into the playoffs.

A Call to Stay Grounded and Hungry

Dinesh Karthik, a seasoned campaigner and former RCB player himself, took the opportunity to remind the players that while making it to the playoffs is an achievement, the ultimate goal is still ahead. His words weren’t just about cricket—they were about belief, focus, and unity.

“This year we have gotten to the playoffs. Not just playoffs, but second place. Most importantly, I think this room believes there is a bigger goal,” Karthik told the squad.

He encouraged every player to visualize themselves as match-winners, highlighting how anyone in the playing XII could replicate Jitesh Sharma’s heroics if they believe in themselves and have the support of the team.

“It’s about manifesting that you’re the one when you walk into that game day after, and knowing that whoever is doing it on that day, has the backing and belief of us... Remember the bigger goal.”

Milestones Worth Celebrating, But Not the Finish Line

Adding to Karthik’s speech, RCB’s Director of Cricket Mo Bobat reflected on the team’s extraordinary performance against LSG, citing the record seven away wins, highest ever run chase, and third-highest chase in IPL history as signs of a team on a mission.

“Teams that go on and win things tick off these sorts of milestones, do special things, break records. So well done,” Bobat said.

Yet, he echoed Karthik's sentiment that these accomplishments, while significant, are merely stepping stones toward a far greater ambition.

“We’ve achieved that goal we set ourselves initially—a top two finish—but it's important to remember that those achievements are not what we came together for this year. Our most exciting, most important week lies ahead.”

The Road Ahead

With their place secured in Qualifier 1, RCB will face table-toppers Punjab Kings at Mullanpur on Thursday. The team is riding high on momentum and belief, fueled by leadership that understands the importance of both motivation and mindfulness. If the words of Dinesh Karthik and Mo Bobat are anything to go by, RCB is not just aiming for another win—they're chasing history.