IPL 2025: RCB goes green against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, here’s why

In a visually distinct appearance, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) took the field in green jerseys instead of their traditional red-and-black colours during their IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. The reason? A sustainability campaign aimed at encouraging the plantation of more trees.Speaking at the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar explained the significance of the green kit.

“This (green jersey) is to raise awareness to plant more trees,” he said, confirming that RCB would bowl first and play an unchanged XI for match 28 of the tournament.RCB’s green jersey initiative is not new to fans of the franchise. It has been a recurring feature over multiple seasons of the IPL, often worn during one designated home or away game.



The objective is to promote environmental consciousness, especially in urban centres, by delivering a simple yet powerful message — “Go Green.”This year, the campaign gained added visibility with the team playing in Jaipur, and the vibrant green jerseys provided a sharp contrast against Rajasthan Royals’ trademark pink kit.Rajat Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl against RR in their crucial IPL 2025 match in Jaipur.

Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a total of 173 with the help of Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 75. Dhruv Jurel added a late flourish to the RR innings, smasing 35 off 23.The post IPL 2025: RCB goes green against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, here’s why appeared first on APN News.

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