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The 12th Man

The 12th Man

The 12th Man

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A community of Royal Challengers Bengaluru supporters united by passion, powered by people and built in the UAE.

A community of Royal Challengers Bengaluru supporters united by passion, powered by people and built in the UAE.

From match-day celebrations and fan experiences to community initiatives and brand collaborations, RCB Fan Army UAE brings supporters together to celebrate the spirit of RCB.

From match-day celebrations and fan experiences to community initiatives and brand collaborations, RCB Fan Army UAE brings supporters together to celebrate the spirit of RCB.

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Our journey

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Who we are

More than a fan club. A movement.

More than a fan club. A movement.

More than a fan club. A movement.

Cricket brings people together. Passion makes them stay. RCB Fan Army UAE is a community built by RCB supporters, for RCB supporters — connecting fans across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider Emirates.

Cricket brings people together. Passion makes them stay. RCB Fan Army UAE is a community built by RCB supporters, for RCB supporters — connecting fans across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider Emirates.

Through match-day experiences, community gatherings, sports activities and partnerships, we are taking the spirit of the 12th Man beyond the boundary.

Through match-day experiences, community gatherings, sports activities and partnerships, we are taking the spirit of the 12th Man beyond the boundary.

600+

600+

Members

Grown from ~30 founding fans (May 2026)

2025

2025

Founded

Launched October 2025 in Dubai

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Fan HQ

RAG Biz HQ, Sheikh Zayed Road

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12th

Man

Beyond the boundary, every match

Our journey

From a passion to a movement.

From a passion to a movement.

From a passion to a movement.

Since our launch in October 2025, every gathering, partnership and milestone has helped shape the RCB Fan Army UAE story.

Since our launch in October 2025, every gathering, partnership and milestone has helped shape the RCB Fan Army UAE story.

Oct 2025

A fan army is born

Official launch by Dr. Shashi Tharoor and inauguration of RCB Fan Army HQ at RAG Biz HQ.

Dec 2025

The 12th Man comes together

Community gathering ahead of the IPL 2026 player auction — and present at the auction in Abu Dhabi.

IPL 2026

B-Town turns RCB Town

B-Town Bistro launched the B-Town Turns RCB Town campaign and a dedicated match-day fan zone.

May 2026

A grand finale

IPL Finals viewing experience in collaboration with Coca-Cola Arena and STARZPLAY.

2026

12th Man Huddle Conclave

Presented our community initiatives to RCB management at the Conclave in Bengaluru.

Oct 2026

One year. One family.

First anniversary celebration and community meet ahead of IPL 2027.

What we do

We make every moment count.

We make every moment count.

We make every moment count.

Being an RCB supporter is about more than the match. It is about the people, the shared excitement and the memories created along the way.

Being an RCB supporter is about more than the match. It is about the people, the shared excitement and the memories created along the way.

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Match-day experiences

Live screenings, fan zones and match-day celebrations.

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Match-day experiences

Live screenings, fan zones and match-day celebrations.

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Match-day experiences

Live screenings, fan zones and match-day celebrations.

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Community & connection

Meet fellow RCB supporters and build friendships across the UAE.

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Community & connection

Meet fellow RCB supporters and build friendships across the UAE.

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Community & connection

Meet fellow RCB supporters and build friendships across the UAE.

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Sports & engagement

Indoor cricket, paddle tournaments, giveaways and community activities.

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Sports & engagement

Indoor cricket, paddle tournaments, giveaways and community activities.

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Sports & engagement

Indoor cricket, paddle tournaments, giveaways and community activities.

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Brand collaborations

Experiences created with hospitality, entertainment and lifestyle partners.

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Brand collaborations

Experiences created with hospitality, entertainment and lifestyle partners.

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Brand collaborations

Experiences created with hospitality, entertainment and lifestyle partners.

Partnerships

Great partnerships. Unforgettable experiences.

Great partnerships. Unforgettable experiences.

Great partnerships. Unforgettable experiences.

We work with venues, brands and organisations to create memorable experiences for the RCB community — and give partners a passionate cricket audience in the UAE.

We work with venues, brands and organisations to create memorable experiences for the RCB community — and give partners a passionate cricket audience in the UAE.

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B-Town Bistro

B-Town Bistro

B-Town Bistro

B-Town Turns RCB Town and the RCB match-day fan zone.

B-Town Turns RCB Town and the RCB match-day fan zone.

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Coca-Cola Arena

Coca-Cola Arena

Coca-Cola Arena

Venue collaboration for the IPL 2026 Finals fan experience.

Venue collaboration for the IPL 2026 Finals fan experience.

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STARZPLAY

STARZPLAY

STARZPLAY

Collaboration around the IPL 2026 Finals experience.

Collaboration around the IPL 2026 Finals experience.

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RAG Biz HQ

RAG Biz HQ

RAG Biz HQ

Home of RCB Fan Army UAE and its community activities.

Home of RCB Fan Army UAE and its community activities.

RCB Fan Army HQ

Every fan army needs a home.

Every fan army needs a home.

Every fan army needs a home.

Located at RAG Biz HQ on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, RCB Fan Army HQ is a dedicated meeting point for our community. It is where supporters gather, volunteers connect and plans take shape for the next fan experience.

RAG Biz HQ, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

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Community

The people make the fan army.

The people make the fan army.

The people make the fan army.

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600+

Behind every event, celebration and milestone are the fans who make it happen — supporters from different cities, professions and backgrounds, connected by one shared passion.

Behind every event, celebration and milestone are the fans who make it happen — supporters from different cities, professions and backgrounds, connected by one shared passion.

Media & recognition

Our journey. Our voice. Our pride.

Our journey. Our voice. Our pride.

Our journey. Our voice. Our pride.

From a special video message by AB de Villiers to representing the UAE community at the RCB 12th Man Huddle Conclave in Bengaluru, our milestones reflect the commitment of the fans who continue to build this community.

From a special video message by AB de Villiers to representing the UAE community at the RCB 12th Man Huddle Conclave in Bengaluru, our milestones reflect the commitment of the fans who continue to build this community.

Video message

A special message from AB de Villiers

Video message

A special message from AB de Villiers

Bengaluru

Representing the UAE at the 12th Man Huddle Conclave

Bengaluru

Representing the UAE at the 12th Man Huddle Conclave

Join us

Every RCB fan has a place here.

Every RCB fan has a place here.

Every RCB fan has a place here.

Wherever you are in the UAE, the RCB Fan Army is your home ground. Join a community that celebrates every boundary, backs the team through every challenge and believes in the spirit of RCB.

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Born in the UAE. United by RCB. Connected by passion.

Born in the UAE. United by RCB. Connected by passion.

An independent fan community bringing Royal Challengers Bengaluru supporters together across the UAE. Not affiliated with or operated by Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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