Get ready for another thrilling contest in IPL 2025 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) host Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Both teams are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and this match could prove to be a crucial turning point in their campaigns. Expect nothing less than fireworks as these two top teams battle it out under the lights!
🏏 Match Overview
- Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Date & Time: 24 April 2025, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Live Streaming: Star Sports, JioCinema
📊 Head-to-Head & Form
- Overall H2H: RCB leads 16-14 in 32 matches 510.
- Recent Form:
- RCB: W, L, W (5 wins in 8 matches, 3rd on table) 15.
- RR: L, L, L (2 wins in 8 matches, 8th on table) 16.
- Last Meeting: RCB won by 9 wickets (13 April 2025) 5.
🎯 Key Players to Watch
🔥 Batters
| Player (Team) | Recent Stats |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli (RCB) | 322 runs, Avg 64.4, SR 140 17. |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) | 296 runs, SR 154.97 2. |
| Phil Salt (RCB) | Aggressive opener, 402 runs this season 2. |
🎯 Bowlers
| Player (Team) | Recent Stats |
|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood (RCB) | 12 wickets, Econ 8.39 17. |
| Jofra Archer (RR) | 9 wickets, pace threat 57. |
| Sandeep Sharma (RR) | Death-over specialist, 10 wickets 3. |
🏟️ Pitch & Conditions
- Nature: Traditionally high-scoring, but 2025 has seen lower totals (avg 1st innings: 167) 6.
- Toss Impact: Teams bowling first have won all 3 games here this season 15.
- Weather: Clear skies, 28-32°C 7.
🔮 Match Prediction
- RCB Favored (58% win probability) due to better form and home record 10.
- RR’s Hope: If they bowl first and restrict RCB below 170 5.
- Key Scenario:
- If RCB bats first: Target 170-190 (struggled at home).
- If RR bats first: Could post 180+ with Jaiswal/Hetmyer 6.
💡 Fantasy XI (Dream11)
| Role | Player (Team) |
|---|---|
| Captain | Virat Kohli (RCB) |
| Vice-Captain | Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) |
| Batters | Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar |
| All-rounders | Wanindu Hasaranga, Krunal Pandya |
| Bowlers | Josh Hazlewood, Jofra Archer |
| WK | Jitesh Sharma (RCB) |
Differential Picks:
- Shimron Hetmyer (RR) – Finisher with high strike rate 3.
- Suyash Sharma (RCB) – Underrated spinner 7.
📌 Final Verdict
RCB likely to win, but RR could spring a surprise if they exploit RCB’s home struggles. Toss crucial—bowl first!
For live updates: ESPNcricinfo or Cricbuzz.
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