Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders — IPL 2025 LIVE Score & Updates

Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Match: IPL 2025, Match 58 — May 17, 2025
Status: Delayed due to rain

Live Match Update: IPL 2025

  • Current Situation: Persistent rain continues at Bengaluru. The match start is delayed, with the possibility of a reduced 5-overs-a-side game. The cut-off time for such a match is 10:56 PM IST.
  • Impact:
    • KKR desperately need the game to happen to keep playoff hopes alive. They currently have 11 points from 12 matches.
    • RCB will benefit from a washout, as both teams would share points, taking RCB to 17 points and closer to playoff qualification.
  • Weather and Ground Conditions:
    • Heavy showers since early evening have soaked the ground.
    • The drainage system is efficient, and play could resume quickly once the rain stops.
    • Super soppers are on standby, waiting for the rain to ease.
  • Team Updates:
    • RCB probable XI includes Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, and Krunal Pandya.
    • KKR probable XI features Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ajinkya Rahane (c), Sunil Narine, Andre Russell.
    • Fitness concerns for Venkatesh Iyer (KKR).
  • Match Dynamics:
    • KKR has dominated at Chinnaswamy Stadium in recent years with 6 wins since 2015 vs RCB’s none.
    • RCB will clinch a playoff spot with a win tonight.

Timeline of Rain Delays & Updates: IPL 2025

  • 9:35 PM IST: Rain continues; players from both teams seen chatting on field.
  • 8:54 PM IST: Match officially losing overs; 5-over minimum cut-off set for 10:56 PM IST.
  • 8:43 PM IST: Rain returns after a brief stoppage; ground staff retreat again.
  • 8:32 PM IST: Rain stopped briefly; super soppers on ground.
  • 8:15 PM IST: Heavy rain continues; KKR’s playoff hopes under threat if match is abandoned.
  • 7:01 PM IST: Toss delayed due to rain.
  • 6:35 PM IST: Rain starts; conditions worsening ahead of scheduled toss time.

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Note:

Fans are urged to stay tuned for official announcements on toss and match start times. The IPL 2025 remains on edge with this crucial game hanging in the balance due to weather. IPL 2025

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