Ambati Rayudu mercilessly trolls RCB, hits Sanjay Bangar 'below the belt' in epic exchange during Champions Trophy final

Ambati Rayudu mercilessly trolls RCB, hits Sanjay Bangar 'below the belt' in epic exchange during Champions Trophy final

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, what can also be called a mini World Cup, is done and dusted as fans now get ready for an exciting season of Indian Premier League (IPL). The new season gets underway from March 22 with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) locking horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Eden Garden, Kolkata.

Ahead of the season the banters have already begun and fans witnessed an epic exchange between former India cricketers Ambati Rayudu and Sanjay Bangar. The incident took place during the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand, which the former won by four wickets.

Both Rayudu and Bangar were engaged in commentary duties and it was then the latter was asked to share his thoughts on RCB. Bangar, who as previously served as the coach of the franchise, lauded the team's consistency in making it to the playoffs and believes they will soon cross the next hurdle.

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“The team's performance has been consistent for the last 4-5 years. The side has reached playoffs on four occasions. Last year, after losing seven matches and then finishing in the playoffs, it was the greatest comeback. Once you make a comeback like this, the side can cross the next hurdle,” said Bangar.

However, Rayudu, who is an ardent Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and has played for the franchise previously, trolled Bangar for his views, stating that the team will cross the next hurdle and reach Qualifier 2. “Right, Sanjay Bhai. RCB will cross the next hurdle. So next time, RCB will reach Qualifier 2 (laughs),” said Rayudu.

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The response by Rayudu made Bangar laugh but he was quick to mention Rayudu was making a below-the-belt remark. "This is so wrong. Hitting below the belt. I won't be able to tolerate this. RCB fans are watching you."

However, the ex-CSK cricketer not perturbed with RCB fans said "Let them watch."