Get the best RCB vs KKR Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 58th match of the IPL 2025. Expert examination and more with Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders.
RCB vs KKR Match Details and Preview
The cricketing action heats up with RCB vs KKR in IPL 2025! Bengaluru hosts this exciting clash on Saturday, May 17. The battle begins at 7:30 PM at the famous Chinnaswamy Stadium. Catch all the action live on the Star Sports network. JioHotstar will stream this thrilling IPL 2025 encounter for online viewers.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru look unstoppable this season with eight victories already. They sit proudly in second place on the points table. Virat Kohli has smashed 585 runs in his last outings. Rajat Patidar returns from injury to boost their batting lineup. Josh Hazlewood might play after recovering from his shoulder problem.
Kolkata Knight Riders have shown mixed form with seven wins so far. Varun Chakravarthy led their bowling attack with 20 wickets last year. Young Angkrish Raghuvanshi has impressed everyone with his batting talent. Manish Pandey believes KKR can finish the season strongly in IPL 2025.
RCB wants to secure a top-two spot in the playoffs. KKR must win to keep their playoff dreams alive in IPL 2025.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
Batsmen love playing at Chinnaswamy Stadium in IPL matches. The pitch offers true bounce, and the ball comes nicely. Short boundaries make big scores very common here. Teams often score above 180 runs on this ground. RCB vs KKR promises lots of sixes and fours.
Good news for cricket fans – the weather looks perfect for Saturday. No rain should interrupt this crucial RCB vs KKR encounter. Players will enjoy ideal conditions throughout the match. Expect a full game without any weather-related delays.
RCB vs KKR Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 35
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 14
Kolkata Knight Riders: 21
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
Rajat Patidar (c)
Virat Kohli
Jacob Bethell
Mayank Aggarwal
Jitesh Sharma
Tim David
Krunal Pandya
Romario Shepherd
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Lungi Ngidi
Yash Dayal
Suyash Sharma (impact player)
Kolkata Knight Riders:
Ajinkya Rahane (c)
Sunil Narine
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Manish Pandey
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Moeen Ali
Vaibhav Arora
Varun Chakaravarthy
Harshit Rana (impact player)
Dream11 Team Today: Key Players to Watch
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
Virat Kohli continues his amazing form in IPL 2025
Mayank Aggarwal can provide explosive starts for RCB
Tim David finishes innings with massive sixes
Krunal Pandya contributes to both batting and bowling
Kolkata Knight Riders:
Ajinkya Rahane brings experience to KKR’s batting lineup
Sunil Narine threatens with both bat and ball
Angkrish Raghuvanshi shows tremendous potential as a newcomer
Varun Chakravarthy tricks batsmen with mystery spin
Fantasy Tips Captain Choices
Virat Kohli loves batting at his home ground
Sunil Narine can earn points in multiple ways
RCB vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Players to Avoid
Ramandeep Singh bats too low in the order
Devdutt Padikkal won’t play due to injury
Choose your Dream11 team wisely for RCB vs KKR!
