CSK vs RCB: Who Has More Fans Across India Ahead of the Big Clash in Chepauk?

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CSK vs RCB: As Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gear up for their high-octane clash in IPL 2025, the fan battle has already taken centre stage.

The latest social buzz analysis by IPL's official broadcaster Star Sports, using data from Distillery, reveals that CSK currently holds a 51% share of online discussions, narrowly edging out RCB's 49%. However, which states of India are dominated by fans between the two franchises?

CSK vs RCB State-wise Breakdown: Where Does the Fan Base Lean?

The attached image offers a fascinating look at how CSK and RCB dominate different regions of India.

CSK Territory:

• Tamil Nadu
• Andhra Pradesh
• Telangana
• Kerala
• West Bengal
• Odisha
• Jharkhand
• Bihar
• Assam
• North Eastern states

RCB Territory:

• Karnataka
• Maharashtra
• Gujarat
• Rajasthan
• Punjab
• Haryana
• Madhya Pradesh
• Uttar Pradesh
• Delhi

While RCB's fanbase has grown tremendously over the years, the rivalry remains one-sided. CSK leads the head-to-head 22-11, and RCB has won only once in Chennai—way back in 2008. CSK's dominance at home stems from their spin-heavy attack, featuring Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, and Noor Ahmad, which has historically troubled RCB's power-hitters.

RCB, on the other hand, comes into this fixture after a dominant chase of 175 in the IPL 2025 opener. Their top order, led by Virat Kohli and Phil Salt, is in strong form, but how they handle CSK's spin trio will decide the outcome.

RCB's Rajat Patidar will be the key player against CSK's spinners. If he can take on Noor Ahmad, RCB might have a chance to break their Chennai jinx. But if he falls early, CSK’s bowlers could strangle RCB’s middle order, handing yet another win to the hosts.

While CSK might have the bigger fanbase across India, RCB's following remains formidable. The passion and rivalry between these two franchises ensure that regardless of the result, the Chepauk showdown will be nothing short of electrifying.