RCB vs KKR LIVE Score, IPL 2025: The Indian Premier League returns after a week-long suspension due to cross-border tensions. In Match 58, Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Kolkata Knight Riders at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, with rain likely to play spoilsport. But the rain isn’t bad news for RCB, who need just a win to secure a playoff berth. But for KKR, a no result would be devastating. KKR need to win both and then favour from other teams. But if they lose or the match is washed out, KKR will be eliminated.
This is also Virat Kohli’s first match since he announced his retirement from Test cricket. Thousands of fans will be wearing India’s Test jersey to pay tribute to India’s most successful Test captain.
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The week-long break has helped RCB in many ways. Captain Rajat Patidar and opener Phil Salt have recovered from injuries. However, the break in momentum could cause serious damage. RCB were in great rhythm. Now that the momentum is not with them, RCB will have to restart their campaign. However, there are a few consistent performers like Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya. While Josh Hazlewood is absent with an injury, the likes of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yash Dayal would be key in the bowling department.
KKR, under Ajinkya Rahane, rely on Sunil Narine’s all-round brilliance and Andre Russell’s power-hitting to turn the tide. Their spin duo, Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, could exploit any turn on the pitch. The head-to-head record favours KKR, but RCB’s recent dominance (4 wins in the last 5 meetings) gives them an edge. The Chinnaswamy pitch promises high scores, though rain threats could alter strategies. However, KKR will be without Moeen Ali and Rovman Powell. In their absence, KKR will need to rely on domestic players.
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium pitch is a batting paradise, known for short boundaries and true bounce, favoring high-scoring games. Average first-innings scores in IPL 2024 were around 180-200. Spinners may find some grip in the middle overs, but pacers like Hazlewood could exploit early swing. Dew is expected, aiding teams chasing. Teams batting first will aim for 200+ to stay competitive.
Bengaluru Weather Report
The weather in Bengaluru on May 17, 2025, carries a rain threat, with a 40-50% chance of showers during the evening, as per recent posts. Temperatures will hover around 25-27°C with high humidity (70%). Overcast conditions may assist swing bowlers early, but rain could disrupt play or lead to a shortened match.
RCB vs KKR Head-to-Head Records
Total Matches: 34 KKR Wins: 20 RCB Wins: 14 At Chinnaswamy: KKR leads, with RCB winning only 1 of the last 5 home games against KKR. Recent Trend: RCB won 4 of the last 5 encounters, including a 7-wicket victory in the IPL 2025 opener at Eden Gardens.Predicted Playing 11
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Mayank Agarwal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal Impact Player: Suyash Sharma/ Rasikh Salam Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana Impact Player: Varun Chakaravarthy/ Manish PandeySquads
Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Manish Pandey, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy, Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje, Mayank Markande, Anukul Roy, Luvnith Sisodia, Spencer Johnson, Moeen Ali, Quinton de Kock, Venkatesh Iyer, Rovman Powell, Chetan Sakariya Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarawal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Liam Livingstone, Swapnil Singh, Philip Salt, Mohit Rathee, Swastik Chikara, Abhinandan Singh, Nuwan Thushara, Josh HazlewoodRCB vs KKR LIVE Score, IPL 2025: Toss delayed due to rain Inside Sport India.
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