Royal Challengers Bangalore, despite consistently boasting a star-studded lineup, has long harbored the elusive dream of clinching an IPL title. Despite reaching the IPL finals three times (2009, 2011, and 2016), they have fallen short on each occasion, finishing as runners-up. AB de Villiers pointed out the enduring weaknesses of his former franchise that have surfaced over the years, leading to disruptions in their campaigns. He also questioned RCB for not forming a core group of players like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.