Get today’s IPL 2025 match 1 preview between RCB vs KKR. Pitch report, weather update, head-to-head record key players Stats.
Match 1 Preview: RCB vs KKR, IPL 2025
Date: 22-02-2025, Match 1
Venue: Eden Gardens Stadium, Kolkata
Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Pitch Report: RCB vs KKR IPL 2025
Eden Gardens Stadium is known to be a high-scoring venue, with the average first-inning score being 175 runs. Scores of 180+ are common here, making it a fantastic wicket to bat on. it is not completely one-sided. The pitch offers neutral conditions for the bowlers—both pacers and spinners can get help.
Bowling Stats:
Over the last seven IPL matches at this venue:
- Fast bowlers have picked up 54 wickets
- Spinners have taken 27 wickets
Chasing Benefit:
- Teams batting first have won 38 matches.
- The teams chasing have won 55 matches.
The dew factor is much stronger in the second inning, making batting under lights easier. Although the rules have been relaxed a bit regarding saliva on the ball (it is allowed after the 11th over), the dew still favors the team batting second.
Eden Gardens is the second largest stadium in India in terms of size. However, it has fewer seats than other big venues. Also, the boundaries here are relatively small, which promotes big-hitting and high scores.
Toss Factor:
Depending on the conditions, the captain winning the toss may choose to bowl first, aiming to take advantage of the dew and make the run-chase in the second innings much easier.
Weather Forecast: KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025
- Temperature: 25°C
- Humidity: 76%
- Rain Chances: Medium
Head-to-Head Record: KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025
- Total Matches: 35
- RCB Wins: 14
- KKR Wins: 21
- Overall, KKR has a stronger position than RCB.
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Key Player Stats [Records]: KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025
KKR Key Player Stats:
| Player | Vs RCB (Bat/Bowl) | At Eden Gardens (Bat/Bowl) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunil Narine | 290 runs / 26 wickets (21 matches) | 560 runs / 70 wickets (59 matches) |
| Andre Russell | 423 runs / 17 wickets (17 matches) | 1000 runs / 40 wickets (44 matches) |
| Rinku Singh | 99 runs (5 matches) | Avg: 37 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | Avg: 28 | Decent (No exact stat) |
| Ajinkya Rahane | Avg: 35 | Avg: 18 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 14 wickets (10 matches) | 24 wickets (16 matches) |
| Harshit Rana | 4 wickets (2 matches vs RCB) | 15 wickets (11 matches) |
| Vaibhav Arora | 0 wickets (1 match vs RCB) | 9 wickets (8 matches) |
RCB Key Player Stats:
| Player | Vs KKR (Bat/Bowl) | At Eden Gardens (Bat/Bowl) |
|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | Avg: 38 | Avg: 38 |
| Phil Salt | 5 runs (1 match) | Avg: 50 |
| Rajat Patidar | 56 runs (3 matches) | 164 runs (2 matches) |
| Liam Livingstone | 40 runs (3 matches) | 15 runs (2 matches) |
| Jitesh Sharma | 42 runs (3 matches) | 67 runs (3 matches) |
| Krunal Pandya | 180 runs / 8 wickets (16 matches) | 70 runs / 5 wickets (7 matches) |
| Rasikh Salam | 0 wickets (2 matches) | 0 wickets (1 match) |
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article is based on stats, records, and general analysis for informational purposes only.