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RR vs RCB: IPL 2025 Match 28 Preview: The 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League is heating up, and today’s clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) promises to be a high-octane battle. As the tournament progresses into its second phase, each point matters, and both teams are eyeing this contest to boost their standing on the IPL points table.
The match will take place at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, a venue known for its balanced pitches and enthusiastic home crowd. The Royals will be eager to make the most of home advantage, while RCB aims to continue their strong away form.
Match Details – RR vs RCB
- Fixture: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Match Number: 28
- Date: April 13, 2025 (Saturday)
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
Toss Update
RCB won the toss and chose to field first. This decision comes keeping in mind Jaipur’s tendency to assist chasing teams, particularly under lights.
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sanju Samson (c & wk)
- Nitish Rana
- Riyan Parag
- Dhruv Jurel
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Jofra Archer
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Sandeep Sharma
- Tushar Deshpande
Key Focus: RR needs consistency with the ball. Archer and Theekshana must provide breakthroughs. Samson and Jaiswal’s performance at the top is crucial.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI
- Phil Salt (wk)
- Virat Kohli
- Rajat Patidar (c)
- Liam Livingstone
- Jitesh Sharma
- Tim David
- Krunal Pandya
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Suyash Sharma
- Josh Hazlewood
- Yash Dayal
Key Focus: RCB have relied on strong batting starts. With Kohli and Salt at the helm, they will target early dominance. The inclusion of Hazlewood bolsters their pace attack.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 29
- RR Wins: 12
- RCB Wins: 17
RCB have traditionally held an edge over the Royals, but the narrative can shift anytime in this unpredictable league.
Pitch and Weather Report
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium generally offers assistance to spinners as the match progresses. The afternoon heat may cause dryness, further benefiting slow bowlers.
- Expected Score: 160–180
- Weather: Hot and dry, with temperatures around 36°C. No rain expected.
Players to Watch
Rajasthan Royals:
- Sanju Samson: RR’s captain has been leading from the front with the bat. His ability to tackle pace and spin will be crucial.
- Wanindu Hasaranga: His all-round ability could prove pivotal in middle overs.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
- Virat Kohli: Mr. Consistent for RCB, always a threat in pressure games.
- Josh Hazlewood: With Jaipur offering bounce early on, Hazlewood can create early damage.
Match Prediction
RCB’s strong away record and RR’s inconsistent bowling setup make this an evenly poised game. However, RR have the home crowd and familiarity with the pitch, which could tilt the game in their favor.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win a tight contest.
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