RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 LIVE UPDATES: Rain Washes Out Match, KKR Eliminated
The highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium ended in disappointment for fans, as persistent rain forced the match to be abandoned, officially knocking KKR out of playoff contention.
Rain Disrupts Playoff Race
The encounter was set to be a pivotal moment in the playoff race. RCB, in strong form with eight wins from 11 matches, were eyeing a win to become the first team to secure a playoff berth this season. Meanwhile, defending champions KKR were in a must-win situation to keep their slim playoff hopes alive, having managed only five wins in 12 games before this fixture.
However, heavy rain in Bengaluru delayed the toss and steadily reduced the likelihood of play. Despite the ground staff’s efforts and the stadium’s excellent drainage, the weather refused to relent. The cut-off for a five-over contest was set at 10:56 PM IST, but with the rain persisting, the umpires had no choice but to call off the match.
What the Abandonment Means for Playoff Scenarios
With the points shared, RCB move to 17 points from 12 matches and climb to the top of the table, but their playoff spot is not mathematically secured yet. KKR, on the other hand, are officially eliminated from the playoff race, as they can no longer reach the points tally required for qualification.
“If points are shared tonight, KKR will be knocked out of playoff contention. RCB can still miss out on the playoffs even with 17 points-but only under a specific scenario involving a three-way tie and netrun rate, reports Business Standard.
Fans Left Frustrated
The rain not only ended KKR’s playoff hopes but also left thousands of fans disappointed. Many RCB supporters had gathered for an emotional tribute to Virat Kohli, hoping to witness another strong performance from their team. As the evening wore on and the drizzle persisted, fans began leaving the stadium, resigned to the inevitable washout.
What’s Next?
RCB will now look ahead to their remaining league fixtures, with their playoff fate still in their own hands. For KKR, the focus shifts to rebuilding for next season after a campaign that never quite gained momentum.
Probable Playing XIs (Unutilized Tonight)
| RCB (Probable) | KKR (Probable) |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK) |
| Phil Salt | Sunil Narine |
| Rajat Patidar (C) | Ajinkya Rahane (C) |
| Mayank Agarwal | Angkrish Raghuvanshi |
| Jitesh Sharma (WK) | Andre Russell |
| Tim David | Rinku Singh |
| Krunal Pandya | Ramandeep Singh |
| Romario Shepherd | Vaibhav Arora |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Harshit Rana |
| Lungi Ngidi | Anrich Nortje |
| Yash Dayal | Varun Chakravarthy |
Impact Players: Suyash Sharma (RCB), Manish Pandey (KKR)
Live Streaming and Telecast
- Telecast: Star Sports Network (English commentary on Star Sports 1 HD/SD)
- Streaming: JioHotstar app and website in India.
Stay tuned for further updates as the IPL 2025 playoff race intensifies in the coming days.
