IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Faces Rain Challenges

As the IPL 2025 season resumes on May 17, the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is under threat from rain. Tim David's playful antics in the rain have caught attention, while the weather forecast predicts significant chances of precipitation during the match. With both teams vying for playoff positions, the outcome could hinge on the weather. Will the rain allow for a thrilling match, or will it lead to shared points? Read on for more details about this exciting clash.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 16, 2025, 19:03 IST

Upcoming IPL Match and Rain Forecast

The Indian Premier League 2025 is set to resume on May 17, with Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bengaluru. However, the weather forecast suggests rain on that day, which may disrupt the match.

In a light-hearted moment, Tim David was spotted enjoying the rain while wearing shorts, seemingly taking a playful bath as his teammates observed from the dressing room. He later returned inside with a towel wrapped around him.

Weather Conditions and Match Implications

The weather prediction for Bengaluru indicates a significant likelihood of rain in the evening, particularly around the time of the toss at 7 PM, where the chance of precipitation is estimated at 71%. This probability is expected to decrease slightly to 69% by 8 PM, but rain may still persist.

By 9 PM, the likelihood of rain drops to 49%, and further decreases to 34% by 10 PM, suggesting that the rain may ease later in the night. The Chinnaswamy Stadium's SubAir drainage system could allow for a 5-over-a-side match if the rain ceases around 10-10:30 PM, with a potential resumption time between 10:30 and 11 PM.

Currently, Kolkata Knight Riders hold 11 points, placing them sixth with a chance to qualify, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru, under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, is just one win away from securing a playoff spot despite facing several injuries. Even if the match is called off, shared points would still benefit the home team, who are currently in second place with 16 points.

Tim David's Rainy Antics

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