IPL 2025: RCB Faces KKR in Bengaluru Showdown

The IPL 2025 season resumes with an exciting match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB, currently in second place, faces off against KKR, who is in sixth. Both teams are eager for a win to boost their standings. This article delves into their head-to-head record, pitch conditions, and team lineups, providing fans with all the essential insights ahead of the match. Don't miss out on the action!

By Narendra Chaudhary May 17, 2025, 18:46 IST

Exciting IPL 2025 Resumes

Following a brief pause due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) is set to continue with a thrilling match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the renowned M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Currently, RCB holds the second position in the standings, while KKR is in sixth place. Both teams are eager to secure a victory to enhance their chances in the upcoming matches.

Kolkata Knight Riders' Enthusiasm

Head-to-Head Statistics

In their IPL history, RCB and KKR have clashed 35 times. Out of these encounters, RCB has emerged victorious in 15 matches, while KKR has claimed victory in 20.

Pitch Analysis for Chinnaswamy Stadium

Batters have faced challenges in establishing dominance during their innings, especially as the ball loses its shine. Scoring boundaries becomes increasingly difficult in the later overs, making it essential for teams to rotate the strike effectively. Spinners and slower bowlers have had a significant impact, creating pressure and limiting scoring opportunities.

While the pitch retains some pace initially, it tends to slow down as the innings progresses, favoring bowlers who can adapt their variations. Expect a surface that supports both teams, rewarding bowlers with clever tactics and batsmen who can adjust their strategies to maintain scoring.

Team Lineups

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (c), Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma (w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Liam Livingstone, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Mohit Rathee, Swastik Chikara, Abhinandan Singh.

Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Rovman Powell, Anukul Roy, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Manish Pandey, Mayank Markande, Ramandeep Singh, Luvnith Sisodia, Chetan Sakariya, Anrich Nortje, Quinton de Kock, Moeen Ali, Spencer Johnson.