KKR vs RCB Weather Report And Pitch Report Of Eden Gardens, Kolkata- IPL 2025, Match 1

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: IPL 2025 Opener Preview

The much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will kick off with a thrilling clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday, March 22, at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Both teams are set to embark on a new journey this season with fresh leadership. KKR will be captained by Ajinkya Rahane, while RCB will be led by Rajat Patidar. KKR’s title-winning skipper Shreyas Iyer moved to Punjab Kings after the mega auction, and RCB released their former captain Faf du Plessis, paving the way for Patidar to take charge.

KKR, aiming for their fourth IPL title, could become only the third team in IPL history to defend their championship. Meanwhile, RCB will be determined to finally lift the trophy for the first time.

As the teams prepare for the season opener, here’s a look at the weather and pitch report for the match:

KKR vs RCB Weather Report

Rain could disrupt the game, with forecasts predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in Kolkata on match day. While the start might be delayed, the entire match is unlikely to be washed out. Temperatures are expected to hover in the mid-20s throughout the game.

Eden Gardens Pitch Report

The Eden Gardens has been a high-scoring venue in recent IPL seasons. Here are some key stats:

• Matches Played: 93
• Matches Won Batting First: 38 (40.86%)
• Matches Won Batting Second: 55 (59.14%)
• Highest Team Innings: 262/2 (Punjab Kings)
• Lowest Team Innings: 49 (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
• Highest Run Chase Achieved: 262/2 (Punjab Kings)
• Average Score Batting First: 162.78

The pitch is expected to be a batsman’s paradise, with teams likely to prefer chasing if they win the toss. Last season, the venue witnessed some thrilling encounters, including Punjab Kings’ record chase of 262 runs and RCB’s narrow one-run defeat while chasing 222 against KKR.

Conclusion

The stage is set for an electrifying start to IPL 2025, with two powerhouse teams ready to battle it out. Both KKR and RCB will be eager to begin their campaign with a victory, promising fans an exciting contest to kick off the season.