KKR vs RCB IPL 2025: Will Rain Disrupt Season Opener at Eden Gardens? Full Kolkata Weather Report, Playing XIs, and Dream11 Predictions

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 kicks off with a blockbuster clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on March 22. However, with heavy rain and thunderstorms predicted, the match could face interruptions or even a potential washout.

Eden Gardens Kolkata under cloudy skies ahead of KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 match.
Will rain play spoilsport on Saturday? (Courtesy: PTI)

Kolkata Weather Forecast for March 22: Will Rain Play Spoilsport?

According to the latest reports from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Kolkata is expected to experience cloudy skies, scattered thunderstorms, and rain throughout the day.

  • Temperature: 24°C – 27°C
  • Humidity: 70-80%
  • Wind Speed: 15-20 km/h
  • Rain Probability: 60-70%

The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST, with the toss at 7:00 PM IST. If the rain continues during match hours, the game could be delayed, shortened, or abandoned.

What Happens If KKR vs RCB Gets Washed Out?

If rain leads to a complete washout, both KKR and RCB will receive one point each. As per IPL 2025 rules:

  • There is no reserve day for league-stage matches.
  • A minimum of 5 overs per side is required for a match to be official.
  • A one-hour buffer time is available before overs start getting reduced.

If the match does not take place, KKR will play their next game on March 26, while RCB will face their next opponent on March 25.

Also Read: Hardik Pandya Banned for IPL 2025 Opener as BCCI Introduces New Demerit Points System

KKR vs RCB 2025: Probable Playing XIs

Here’s a look at the expected squads for KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 match:

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Probable XI:

  1. Shreyas Iyer (C)
  2. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK)
  3. Venkatesh Iyer
  4. Nitish Rana
  5. Rinku Singh
  6. Andre Russell
  7. Sunil Narine
  8. Shardul Thakur
  9. Varun Chakravarthy
  10. Mitchell Starc
  11. Harshit Rana

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Probable XI:

  1. Faf du Plessis (C)
  2. Virat Kohli
  3. Rajat Patidar
  4. Glenn Maxwell
  5. Cameron Green
  6. Dinesh Karthik (WK)
  7. Mahipal Lomror
  8. Karn Sharma
  9. Mohammed Siraj
  10. Reece Topley
  11. Lockie Ferguson

Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Team Prediction

For those playing Dream11, here’s a suggested team for KKR vs RCB IPL 2025:

Wicketkeepers:

  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz
  • Dinesh Karthik

Batters:

  • Virat Kohli (VC)
  • Faf du Plessis
  • Shreyas Iyer
  • Rajat Patidar

All-rounders:

  • Glenn Maxwell (C)
  • Andre Russell

Bowlers:

  • Mitchell Starc
  • Mohammed Siraj
  • Sunil Narine

Captain: Glenn Maxwell
Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli

Match Timings in Different Time Zones

  • India: 7:30 PM IST
  • Pakistan: 7:00 PM PKT
  • UAE: 6:00 PM GST
  • United Kingdom: 2:00 PM BST
  • United States (New York): 9:00 AM EDT
  • Australia (Sydney): 12:00 AM AEDT (March 23)

Key Players to Watch Out For

  • Virat Kohli (RCB): IPL’s leading run-scorer, looking to start strong.
  • Andre Russell (KKR): A power hitter who can change the game in a few overs.
  • Mitchell Starc (KKR): Back in IPL after a long gap, expected to be a lethal weapon with the ball.
  • Faf du Plessis (RCB): Captain of RCB, known for his consistency.

Final Thoughts

The KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 match is expected to be an exciting contest, but the weather remains a major concern. Fans will be keeping an eye on the skies over Eden Gardens, hoping that rain does not disrupt the highly anticipated season opener.

Stay tuned for live updates, pitch reports, and toss results!

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