Deepak Chahar has been one of the most reliable swing bowlers in the Indian Premier League. Known for his ability to move the ball early in the innings, Chahar often bowls in the powerplay and tries to give his team quick breakthroughs.
Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Deepak Chahar has delivered several disciplined bowling spells across different IPL seasons. His ability to control the scoring rate while targeting top-order wickets makes him a valuable bowler in this rivalry.
This article looks at Deepak Chahar’s overall IPL bowling record against Royal Challengers Bengaluru along with his match-by-match performances.
Deepak Chahar Overall T20 Record vs RCB
Deepak Chahar has played 10 innings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and has produced steady bowling performances.
Overall Bowling Performance Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 10 |
| Wickets | 7 |
| Runs Conceded | 247 |
| Balls Bowled | 186 |
| Bowling Average | 35.29 |
| Economy Rate | 7.97 |
| Strike Rate | 26.57 |
| Best Bowling | 2/25 |
Key Insights
Deepak Chahar has taken 7 wickets in 10 innings against RCB.
His economy rate of 7.97 shows that he has maintained good control while bowling against aggressive batters.
His best bowling performance against RCB is 2 wickets for 25 runs.
These numbers show that Chahar has often focused on maintaining pressure and building dot-ball spells during the powerplay.
Deepak Chahar IPL Bowling Innings vs RCB
Below is a match-by-match breakdown of Deepak Chahar’s bowling performances against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
| Figures | Opposition | Venue | Date | Economy | Overs | Maidens |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-29 | RCB | Mumbai | 07 Apr 2025 | 14.5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1-37 | RCB | Chennai | 22 Mar 2024 | 9.2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1-35 | RCB | Sharjah | 24 Sep 2021 | 8.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 0-25 | RCB | Mumbai | 25 Apr 2021 | 12.5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2-31 | RCB | Dubai | 25 Oct 2020 | 7.7 | 4 | 0 |
| 1-10 | RCB | Dubai | 10 Oct 2020 | 3.3 | 3 | 0 |
| 2-25 | RCB | Bengaluru | 21 Apr 2019 | 6.2 | 4 | 0 |
| 0-17 | RCB | Chennai | 23 Mar 2019 | 4.2 | 4 | 0 |
| 0-20 | RCB | Bengaluru | 25 Apr 2018 | 10.0 | 2 | 0 |
| 0-18 | RCB | Pune | 29 Apr 2017 | 9.0 | 2 | 0 |
Best Bowling Performance vs RCB
Deepak Chahar’s best bowling performance against Royal Challengers Bengaluru came in Bengaluru in 2019, when he took 2 wickets for 25 runs.
Highlights of that spell
He removed important batters during the innings
Maintained tight lines and lengths
Helped restrict the opposition scoring rate
This performance remains his most successful bowling effort against RCB.
Other Notable Bowling Performances vs RCB
2/31 – Dubai, 2020
Chahar picked two wickets while maintaining good control with the ball. His spell helped slow down the RCB batting lineup.
1/10 – Dubai, 2020
This was one of his most economical spells, where he conceded only 10 runs in three overs and took a key wicket.
1/37 – Chennai, 2024
Chahar picked up a wicket in Chennai while bowling his full quota of overs.
1/35 – Sharjah, 2021
Another steady spell where he managed to take a wicket while maintaining a controlled run rate.
Latest Performances vs RCB
Deepak Chahar has continued to contribute with the ball in recent seasons against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
| Year | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 0/29 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1/37 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1/35 |
| 2020 | 3 | 2/31 |
Recent trend
In 2025 he bowled two overs in Mumbai and conceded 29 runs.
In 2024 he picked one wicket in Chennai while bowling four overs.
In 2021 he delivered a controlled spell in Sharjah and claimed a wicket.
His performances show that he remains a useful bowler who can maintain pressure in the powerplay.
Why Deepak Chahar Is Effective Against RCB
Deepak Chahar’s effectiveness in this rivalry comes from several strengths.
Swing with the new ball
He often gets movement early in the innings which helps him trouble top-order batters.
Powerplay control
Chahar usually bowls in the early overs and tries to restrict scoring.
Accurate line and length
His ability to bowl consistently in good areas helps him keep the run rate under control.
Overall Record Snapshot vs RCB
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches / Innings | 10 |
| Wickets | 7 |
| Best Bowling | 2/25 |
| Bowling Average | 35.29 |
| Economy Rate | 7.97 |
| Strike Rate | 26.57 |
Conclusion
Deepak Chahar has delivered several steady bowling performances against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. With 7 wickets in 10 innings and a controlled economy rate, he has contributed by maintaining pressure during the early stages of the innings.
His ability to swing the ball with the new ball and restrict scoring in the powerplay makes him an important bowler whenever he faces RCB.
