Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) spinner Shadab Jakati has lifted the lid on the franchise’s struggles, pointing to a lack of camaraderie and over-reliance on a few star players as major reasons for their title drought. Having played for both Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and RCB, Jakati has witnessed two contrasting team cultures, and he believes the differences explain why RCB is yet to lift the Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy. In an interview with Sportskeeda, Jakati said, “It’s a team game. If you want to win trophies, the team needs to play like a unit. Two or three players alone cannot help you win. In Chennai, we had a strong core of Indian players and a balanced mix of overseas stars. RCB, on the other hand, always seemed to focus only on two or three individuals.” Jakati, a key part of CSK’s early success, highlighted how dressing room atmosphere and management play crucial roles in building a winning team. He suggested that RCB lacked the cohesion needed to perform as a collective force, which often left them struggling despite boasting some of the biggest names in cricket. Read also: Maybe Sleep at 10 PM" – Shashank’s Advice for Prithvi Shaw 'Dressing Room Never Felt Like a Unit' Jakati also pointed out the stark contrast in dressing room environments between CSK and RCB. According to him, while CSK functioned like a family under a well-structured system, RCB’s players did not bond in the same way. The former left-arm spinner also praised CSK’s franchise management, highlighting their player-centric approach. “There was a huge difference in team management and dressing room atmosphere. The players were excellent, but there was no camaraderie. They didn’t gel properly as a unit. Chennai had a very well-managed setup, where every player felt valued. That made a huge difference. CSK’s management was brilliant. They looked after their players well. These small things matter a lot in a high-pressure tournament like the IPL." Shadab Jakati had a successful stint with CSK, taking 13 wickets in both 2009 and 2010, with a best of 4/22. In contrast, his only game for RCB in 2014 saw him concede 41 runs without a wicket.