Seventeen years later they kicked long ago IPL The match, Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore will once again start the iconic 18th season at the prestigious Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday, March 22, 22, on Saturday, 22 March. The opening ceremony created a great atmosphere, with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukha Khan a brilliant speech. Shreya Ghoshal, Disha Patani, and Karan Aujla's powerful performances only attended the event.
Defending champion KKR, will be led by Ajinkya Rahane for the first time. The side has supported its main players and wants to play in the same way as they did in the previous edition. On the other hand, RCB, still hunting its first title, is coming as a revised squad. Along with joining the squad with Phil Salat, Josh Hazlewood, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, they see to turn on history.
Toss update
Royal Challengers Bangalore won the toss and decided to bowl first. The side moved forward 3 fast bowlers and 2 spinners. On the other hand, Kolkata-based franchise also made a similar combinationKKR captain, Ajinkya Rahane mentioned that he also preferred to bowl earlier.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jacob Bethel Miss Out
Veteran Indian pacer Bhubaneswar Kumar was a surprising exclusion. Kumar which was acquired to INR 10.75 crore was expected to lead the speed attack, however, the side chose the young promising Rasikh Dar Salaam. Another amazing exclusion was Jacob Bethel who did not make it to cut.
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What did the captains say in the toss?
Rajat Patidar (Royal Challengers Bangalore):
We have decided to bowl first, the pitch seems difficult. Great opportunity to learn from amazing and great players to lead RCB. We have made appropriate preparations for the last 10-15 days. I am confused with this effect player. We are going with 3 fast bowlers and 2 spinners.
Ajinkya Rahane (Kolkata Knight Riders):
It is an honor to lead this team. Our preparation has been good, the core group has been the same. The first are looking forward to bat well and later defend. It is about giving freedom to all players and allowing them to play as a unit. We are playing 3 fast bowlers and 2 spinners.
Kkr vs rcb game xis:
Kolkata Knight Riders:
Quinton de Coke (W), Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Sunil Narin, Andre Russell, Ramandip Singh, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravethi
Royal Challengers Bangalore:
Virat Kohli, Philip Salt (W), Rajat Patidar (C), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar Salam, Suya Sharma, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dell
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