The much awaited 18th edition of Indian premiere league (IPL 2025) Will run finally On Saturday, 22 MarchWhen? defending champion, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)There will be conflict with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) In the prestigious Eden Garden in Kolkata,
KKR will see a season under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane after participating with his IPL-winner captain Shreyas Iyer. However, the core squad remains intact, ensuring stability in its title defense. The team was impressive in the late 2024 of 2024 and won its third title with a comfortable win in the final.
RCB, still chasing its first IPL title, will be led by silver Patidar this season. Despite making the playoffs last year, they could not go to change their luck. Once again at the center of the limelight with Virat Kohli, the eyeball will be on him to score runs.
Match details:
| match | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore, Match 1, IPL 2025 |
| venue | Garden of EdenKolkata |
| Date time | Saturday, March 22, 20257:30 pm (IST) |
| Live broadcast and streaming details | Sports18/Star Sports Network, Geohotastar (App and website) |
Pitch -report
Pitch on Garden of Eden Batting is known to be suited, although the bowlers may quickly get some extra bounce. Historically, the chasing teams had the upper hand here, as the surface remains continuously throughout the game. The dew factor can make things difficult for bowlers, especially in the second innings. However, there is a possibility that rain may worsen. The weather forecast predicts thunderstorms, electricity, and ugly winds on the day of match, which can delay the beginning. However, a complete washout is unlikely.
Head-to-head record
| Play matches | 35 |
| Lively Kolkata Knight Riders | 21 |
| Lively Royal Challengers Bangalore | 14 |
| Tied up | 00 |
| No result | 00 |
| Stability for the first time | April 18, 2008 |
| First stability | 21 April, 2024 |
KKR vs RCB predicts to play 11
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Quinton de Kok (WK), Sunil Narin, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Rampandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakwardi.
Royal challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
Virat Kohli, Phil Salat, Rajat Patidar (C), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma.
Also check- IPL 2025, Match 1: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore match preview
KKR vs RCB Possible Best Artist
Possible best batsman: Virat Kohli
Royal Challengers Bangalore Star batter Virat Kohli Last season was the leading run-scorer, with 741 runs in his name from 15 innings on average from average 15 innings. 61.75 And a strike rate of 154.69 With one ton and five half -centuries. He will see to start the upcoming season with a big score and make his team a brilliant start.
Potential Best Bowler: Varun chakravarti
Varun chakravarti This season may be a trump card once again for the defending champion. He is doing some great performance for India throughout the year and will see to pursue the same speed. In particular, in the previous edition, Varun was the second biggest wicket of the season, with 21 wickets in 14 innings with 21 wickets.
Today's match predicted: Team bowling to win the first match
Scenario 1
- Kolkata Knight Riders Win toss and bowl
- PP Score – 50-60
- RCB – 200-210
- Kolkata Knight Riders Win the match
Scenario 2
- Royal Challengers Bangalore Win toss and bowl
- PP Score – 60-70
- KKR-210-220
- Royal Challengers Bangalore Win the match
Disclaimer: The prophecy is based on the writer's understanding, analysis and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the mentioned points and make your decision.
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