22 March 2025, 22:46 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: RCB Win
Riding on fantastic fifties from Virat Kohli and Phil Salt, Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrash Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 wickets in the first match of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
RCB 177/3 (16.2 Ov)
22 March 2025, 22:37 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Patidar Departs
Vaibhav Arora removes RCB skipper Rajat Patidar, who was in a hurry to finish the run-chase. Liam Livingstone has joined Virat Kohli at the crease.
RCB: 167/3 (16 Ov)
22 March 2025, 22:29 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: RCB In Complete Control
Solid start in the IPL 2025 for Virat Kohli, who slams a fantastic fifty in the run-chase. On the other hand, Rajat Patidar also looks in fine touch as RCB are in complete control of the run chase.
RCB 157/2 (15 Ov)
22 March 2025, 22:23 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Padikkal Departs
Sunil Narine removes Devdutt Padikkal to give some relief to KKR. Skipper Rajat Patidar joins Virat Kohli in the run chase.
RCB 119-2 (12 Ov)
22 March 2025, 22:15 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Big Milestone For Kohli
Virat Kohli has now scored more than 1000 runs against KKR in IPL.
1000-plus runs vs KKR in the IPL
1093 - David Warner
1070 - Rohit Sharma
1000* - Virat Kohli
22 March 2025, 22:05 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Salt Departs
KKR get a much-needed breakthrough as Varun Chakaravarthy removes Phil Salt with a leg-break. Spencer Johnson takes a good catch at short third man.
RCB 96-1 (9 Ov)
22 March 2025, 21:55 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Fifty For Salt
Philip Salt, who has been in aggressive mode, completes his fifty off just 25 balls. Salt and Virat Kohli are in complete control as RCB are cruising in the run chase.
RCB 86/0 (7)
22 March 2025, 21:45 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Kohli Shifts Gears
There is no relief for KKR bowlers as Virat Kohli shifts gears now. Kohli smashes Spencer Johnson for back to back sixes.
RCB 75/0 (5)
22 March 2025, 21:31 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Solid Start For RCB
Philip Salt is in aggressive mode and has given RCB a quickfire start in the run chase. He has got a able partner in Virat Kohli at the other end.
RCB: 37/0 (3 Ov)
22 March 2025, 19:30 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: RCB Start Run Chase
Virat Kohi and Phil Salt start the run chase for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Kolkata. It's a new opening pair for RCB in the IPL.
22 March 2025, 21:09 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: RCB Needs 175 Runs To Win
A strong opening partnership between Ajinkya Rahane and Sunil Narine provided Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) with a solid foundation, helping them surpass the 150-run mark. However, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) bowlers staged a remarkable comeback after the 10-over mark, restricting the KKR batters and limiting them to a total of 174 runs. Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood delivered exceptional spells, applying pressure and tightening the run flow in the latter half of the innings.
KKR: 174/8(20)
22 March 2025, 20:54 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Yash Dayal Departs Raghuvanshi
Yash Dayal departs Angkrish Raghuvanshi for 30(22), last over to go
KKR: 169/7 (19)
22 March 2025, 20:48 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Suyash Removes Russell
Suyash takes a big one and departs Russell for just 4 runs.
KKR: 150/6 (15.4)
22 March 2025, 20:37 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Krunal Removes Rinku Singh
An Excellent spell from Krunal Pandya, departs Captain Ajinkya Rahane, Vice-Captain Venkatesh Iyer, and all-rounder Rinku Singh
KKR: 145/5(15)
22 March 2025, 20:29 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Krunal Removes Iyer
Krunal Pandya departs Venkatesh Iyer, Iyer goes for 6(7)
KKR: 125/4(12.2)
22 March 2025, 20:25 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Captain Departs
Ajinkya Rahane departs after a fine knock of 56 off 31, and Krunal Pandya takes his first wicket.
KKR: 110/3 (11)
22 March 2025, 20:17 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: KKR Crosses 100 run mark, 10 overs to go
Sunil Narine Departed after building a 100-run partnership with Ajinkya Rahane, KKR's innings crossed the 100-run mark with 10 overs remaining.
KKR: 107/2(10)
22 March 2025, 20:15 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Half-Century for the Captain
Ajinkya Rahane scores a 50 off 25 balls and anchors KKR innings as the perfect skipper.
KKR: 84/1(8.3)
22 March 2025, 20:09 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Rahane and Narine Anchoring the innings
Ajinkya Rahane and Sunil Narine are building a great partnership and taking KKR innings forward.
KKR: 74/1(8)
22 March 2025, 19:50 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Rahane and Narine builts a Partnership
Captain Ajinkya Rahane and Sunil Narine shifted the gears and builts a good partnership giving the required start to the team.
KKR: 60/1(6)
22 March 2025, 19:41 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Rahane Changes The Gear
KKR lost their 1st wicket in the 1st over and had a slow start, But Captain Ajinkya Rahane is in the crease giving KKR the start they need and Targeting the Young Debutant.
KKR: 25/1(4)
22 March 2025, 19:35 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: De Cock Departs
Quinton De Cock departs and gives an easy catch to wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, Hazlewoods gives a start to RCB.
KKR: 4/0(1)
22 March 2025, 19:28 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Impact Subs
Kolkata Knight Riders Impact Subs: Anrich Nortje, Manish Pandey, Vaibhav Arora, Anukul Roy, Luvnith Sisodia
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Impact Subs: Devdutt Padikkal, Abhinandan Singh, Manoj Bhandage, Romario Shepherd, Swapnil Singh
22 March 2025, 19:26 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Philip Salt(w), Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar Salam, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal
Kolkata Knight Riders: Quinton de Kock(w), Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy
22 March 2025, 19:06 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Toss
Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar win toss and opt to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the first match of the IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
22 March 2025, 18:47 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: SRK Interacts With Virat, Rinku
Ahead of the blockbuster IPL 2025 clash between KKR and RCB, Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan interacts with Virat Kohli and Rinku Singh at the podium.
A Special @KKRiders reunion
Shah Rukh Khan Rinku Singh
A special performance to delight the #TATAIPL 2025 opening ceremony #KKRvRCB | @rinkusingh235 | @iamsrk pic.twitter.com/IK0H8BdybK
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 22, 2025
22 March 2025, 18:35 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Magical Shreya Ghosal
Shreya Ghoshal’s mesmerizing voice lights up the #TATAIPL 2025 opening ceremony! #KKRvRCB | @shreyaghoshal pic.twitter.com/cDM8OpOIP3
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 22, 2025
22 March 2025, 18:35 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Shreya Enthralls Crowd
Ahead of blockbuster IPL 2025 clash between KKR and RCB, Shreya Ghoshal with a crew of violinists and choir enthrall the crowd at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
22 March 2025, 18:13 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live Updates: King Khan Begins The Opening Ceremony
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan takes the stage, delivering his iconic monologue and Pathaan dialogue, setting the arena on fire! Up next, the melodious Shreya Ghoshal mesmerizes the crowd with her soulful rendition of Mere Dholna Sun.
22 March 2025, 17:51 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: IPL's Lowest Total By RCB against KKR
As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to clash in the IPL 2025 opener, memories of one of the league’s most shocking moments resurface. Back in 2017, at this very venue Eden Gardens RCB recorded the lowest total in IPL history, getting bowled out for just 49 runs against KKR.
22 March 2025, 17:31 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: KKR vs RCB After 17 Years
The 2025 IPL season kicks off with a nostalgic clash as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face off in the opener at Eden Gardens. This marks the first time since 2008 that these two teams are starting an IPL season together. Seventeen years ago, the inaugural IPL match between KKR and RCB set the stage for one of the most exciting cricket leagues in the world. That game saw a sensational century from Brendon McCullum, who smashed 158* off 73 balls, setting the tone for the tournament’s future.
22 March 2025, 16:59 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live Updates: Which Team Has A Upper Hand?
Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have faced each other 34 times in IPL history, with KKR having an upper hand in the rivalry with 20 wins.
22 March 2025, 16:29 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Will Eden Gardens Pitch Prove To Be A Batting Paradise
If the weather permits, fans can expect a high-scoring thriller at Eden Gardens, a venue known for its batting-friendly conditions. With short boundaries and a history of big totals, the Kolkata pitch has often favored batters. The stadium witnessed T20 history when Punjab Kings chased down a record 262 runs, the highest successful chase in the format. With power-hitters like Andre Russell, Phil Salt, and Virat Kohli in action, another run-fest could be on the cards.
22 March 2025, 16:02 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live Updates: Battle of New Captains
The IPL 2025 season kicks off with a thrilling clash as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on March 22. Both teams will be led by new captains this season. Ajinkya Rahane, a seasoned campaigner, takes charge of KKR after the departure of Shreyas Iyer, while Rajat Patidar, a surprise choice, leads RCB in their quest for a maiden IPL title.
22 March 2025, 15:49 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: 5 Over Match Window
The much-anticipated IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) faces a potential rain delay, with weather conditions in Kolkata already causing disruptions. As per IPL regulations, league-stage matches have a one-hour extension window, meaning a five-over match must start by 10:56 PM, with play wrapping up by 12:06 AM. If rain persists beyond this cut-off time, the match will be abandoned, and both teams will share a point each.
22 March 2025, 15:23 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Will Rain Washout The Season Opener?
Just a few hours to go for the start of IPL 2025! Defending champions KKR will take on RCB in the opening match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. However, rain could play spoilsport as there is a high chance of showers.
22 March 2025, 14:59 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Where To Watch Match Live?
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL 2025 match will be aired live on the Star Sports and Sports 18 Network. Fans can watch the live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website.
22 March 2025, 14:33 PM
KKR vs RCB Live Score: Match Details
The KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 match will take place on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens Kolkata. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 7 PM IST.
22 March 2025, 13:51 PM
KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 Live Updates: RCB predicted XI
Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (captain), Krunal Pandya, Jitesh Sharma, Liam Livingston, Tim David, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma.
RCB impact players: Devdutt Padikkal, Manoj Bhandage
22 March 2025, 13:53 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Eden Gardens Key Stats
Matches: 93
Won Batting First: 38
Won Batting Second: 55
Average Score 1st Inning: 166
Average Score 2nd Innings: 154
22 March 2025, 13:36 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Virat Kohli vs Varun Chakravarthy
Virat Kohli doesn't have a good record against Varun with a strike rate of just 102 he might feel the pressure while facing the KKR spinner. Making Chakaravarthy a key bowler to watch in the match.
22 March 2025, 13:20 PM
KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 Live Score: Who Will Be KKR’s Wicketkeeper?
Kolkata Knight Riders have three wicketkeeping options – Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Luvnith Sisodia. However, since all three are top-order batters, the KKR management will have to choose just one for the playing XI. It will be interesting to see who gets the nod for the season opener against RCB.
22 March 2025, 12:57 PM
KKR vs RCB Live Score: Saliva Ban Lifted, Will 2025 Be the Year of the Bowlers?
The BCCI has officially lifted the saliva ban ahead of IPL 2025. The decision came after a majority of IPL captains agreed to allow bowlers to use saliva to shine the ball. This marks the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic that bowlers will be able to use saliva, potentially giving them an edge in the tournament.
22 March 2025, 12:36 PM
KKR VS RCB, IPL 2025 Updates: Live Streaming Details
The Indian Premier League 2025 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be aired live on the Star Sports Network in India.
22 March 2025, 12:11 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Eden Gardens Pitch Report
The pitch at Eden Gardens is known to be batting-friendly, offering good bounce and a flat surface that helps stroke play. However, as the match progresses, spinners could come into play and trouble the batters. Historically, teams batting first have done well on this pitch, making the toss a crucial factor in the game.
22 March 2025, 12:11 PM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Eden Gardens Pitch Report
The pitch at Eden Gardens is known to be batting-friendly, offering good bounce and a flat surface that helps stroke play. However, as the match progresses, spinners could come into play and trouble the batters. Historically, teams batting first have done well on this pitch, making the toss a crucial factor in the game.
22 March 2025, 11:44 AM
KKR vs RCB Live: Is there any reserve day for the season opener?
There are no reserve days for IPL group matches. If rain washes out the KKR vs RCB game, both teams will receive one point each.
22 March 2025, 11:23 AM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Orange Alert Issued In Kolkata Due To Heavy Rain
As per a report by ESPNcricinfo, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Kolkata due to heavy rainfall. The IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is likely to be affected.
22 March 2025, 10:52 AM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Full Squads
KKR squad: Ajinkya Rahane (captain), Venkatesh Iyer (vice-captain), Quinton de Kock (wk), Rovman Powell (wk), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Luvnith Sisodia (wk), Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Moeen Ali, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Spencer Johnson, Mayank Markande, Anrich Nortje, Umran Malik, Varun Chakravarthy.
RCB squad: Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethel, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee.
22 March 2025, 10:31 AM
KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025 Live: Head-To-Head Record
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have a strong record against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL. Out of 34 matches between the two teams, KKR have won 20 times, while RCB have managed 14 victories. KKR have also dominated recent encounters, winning 6 out of the last 8 matches. In IPL 2024, KKR defeated RCB in both league-stage games.
