Both teams will start a new journey this season with a new captain in charge. KKR will be led by Ajinkya Rahane while RCB will be led by Rajat Patidar.
Both teams have assembled a strong squad for IPL 2025 and will be looking to go all the way. KKR is aiming for a fourth title and can become only the third team to defend the title. RCB, on the other hand, is looking to win the tournament for the very first time.
Rain could play spoilsport during the KKR vs RCB match in Kolkata. The weather forecast has predicted thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in Kolkata on the match day. The start of the game might get delayed due to rain.
KKR vs RCB Eden Gardens Pitch Report:
Here are the stats of the Eden Gardens, Kolkata:
Matches Played 93 Matches Won Batting First 38 (40.86%) Matches Won Batting Second 55 (59.14%) Matches Won Winning Toss 49 (52.69%) Matches Won Losing Toss 44 (47.31%) Matches with No Result 0 (0.00%) Highest Team Innings 262/2 (Punjab Kings) Lowest Team Innings 49 (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) Highest Run Chase Achieved 262/2 (Punjab Kings) Average Runs per Wicket 27.77 Average Runs per Over 8.46 Average Score Batting First 162.78
The pitch is expected to be a belter and the upcoming KKR vs RCB match is also likely to be a high-scoring contest. Both the teams will be looking to bowl first if they win the toss. Teams batting second have dominated the proceedings at the Eden Gardens in the IPL.
Conclusion:
The stage is set for a cracking start to the new season of IPL. Two of the strongest teams will be facing each other in the tournament opener and will be keen to start their campaign with a win.
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