Get the best KKR vs RCB Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 1st match of the IPL 2025. Expert examination and more with Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
KKR vs RCB Match Details and Preview
The IPL 2025 begins with a big match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This game will happen at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. KKR vs RCB will kick off the 18th season of IPL.
KKR are the defending champions of the IPL. Ajinkya Rahane will lead the team this season. Sunil Narine and Andre Russell are key players for KKR.
RCB have a new captain this year in Rajat Patidar. He takes over from Faf du Plessis for IPL 2024. Virat Kohli remains the star player for RCB. Liam Livingstone and Tim David are exciting new additions. RCB are still chasing their first IPL title.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
Eden Gardens offers good conditions for batters in IPL 2025. This match should see plenty of runs. The Dream11 prediction suggests a high-scoring game.
The Eden Gardens pitch has good bounce and carry. Batters can play their shots freely here. Spinners might get some help as the match goes on. The RCB vs KKR contest could be decided by how teams use spin.
There is a chance of rain in Kolkata on match day. An orange alert has been issued for heavy rainfall. IPL 2025 rules allow an extra hour of play for delays. If this match gets washed out, both teams get one point.
KKR vs RCB Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 34
KKR: 20
RCB: 14
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
KKR
Ajinkya Rahane (c)
Quinton de Kock
Sunil Narine
Venkatesh Iyer
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Harshit Rana
Anrich Nortje
Vaibhav Arora
Varun Chakravarthy
Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Impact Player)
RCB
Rajat Patidar (c)
Virat Kohli
Phil Salt
Krunal Pandya
Jitesh Sharma
Liam Livingstone
Tim David
Swapnil Singh
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Josh Hazlewood
Yash Dayal
Suyash Sharma (Impact Player)
Dream11 Team Today: Key Players to Watch
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Top Picks
- Quinton de Kock: Explosive opener and WK.
- Sunil Narine: All-rounder who can change the game.
- Andre Russell: Power hitter and useful bowler.
- Varun Chakravarthy: Mystery spinner with many variations.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Top Picks
- Virat Kohli: Star batter with an amazing IPL record.
- Phil Salt: Aggressive wicketkeeper-batsman.
- Rajat Patidar: New captain with solid batting skills.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: Experienced pacer with swing ability.
Fantasy Tips Captain Choices
- Virat Kohli always scores big in IPL opening matches.
- Varun Chakravarthy was the top wicket-taker for KKR last season.
Dream 11 Prediction Players to Avoid
- Jacob Bethell: Might not be in the playing eleven.
- Moeen Ali: Could be left out for other overseas players.
The IPL 2025 opener between KKR and RCB promises to be exciting. Fantasy players should choose their Dream 11 teams carefully for this match.
