RR vs RCB: Tushar Deshpande takes subtle jibe at RCB with Instagram story, deletes later

Tushar Deshpande. (Source -Twitter/X)

The Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru rivalry got a different dimension after RCB thrashed CSK in a virtual eliminator in Bengaluru on May 18. Tempers flared and the heat got transferred from the ground to social media. Memes were created and the trolling knew no bounds. CSK pacer, Tushar Deshpande has shared one such meme on his Instagram story taking a dig at RCB’s failure to lay hands on the IPL trophy.

Also Check: RR vs RCB Eliminator Match Highlights 

RCB entered the Eliminator of the IPL 2024 outclassing CSK. While a bunch of Bengaluru fans prayed that they emerge victorious against Rajasthan Royals, the defending champions’ supporters desired their failure. As it stands, RCB lost the Eliminator against RR and Chennai supported pounced with their jibes on social media. One such meme, where Bengaluru’s Cantonment Railway Station is spelt ‘Cant’ In short form was shared by Deshpande on Instagram.

Here’s Deshpande’s now deleted story on Instagram:

RCB eliminated by RR at Narendra Modi Stadium

As for the Eliminator match, it was the same story for RCB as has been the case in IPL so far. They pulled together and showed great character to reach the playoffs in dramatic style after defeating CSK at the M Chinnaswamy on May 18th. The victory inspired a wave of ecstasy in the city of Bangalore and all over the country as fans took to the streets to celebrate the qualification.

When it came to the Eliminator however, all hopes came crashing down yet again as the Bengaluru-based franchise were outclassed by Rajasthan Royals.

After winning the toss, RR invited RCB to put runs on the broad keeping advantage of dew in mind. They posted a total of 172/8 at the board which was achieved with a little bit of drama at the end of RR. This win takes RR into the Qualifier 2 against SRH which will be played at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 24th.