RR vs RCB Match Preview

The competition in the Indian Premier League 2025 has reached new heights, with the top of the points table changing with each game. The Rajasthan Royals are hoping to improve their points total when they face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 28th game. The Royal Challengers Bangalore openers are in good form, and on a flat batting surface, they will look to capitalize on their strengths. The bowling attack also includes bowlers who are well-suited to these conditions. The Rajasthan Royals' bowlers are struggling this year, making it difficult for the team to compete with RCB. Both teams will look to move up the points table, and we anticipate a close game.

RR vs RCB Match Details 

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 28th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

Date & Time: 13th April 2025 at 03:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

RR vs RCB Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	198
Avg 2nd inn score	184
Win% batting 1st	54
Win% batting 2nd	46

RR vs RCB Pitch Report

It will be a good batting surface, allowing batsmen to hit through the lines. Bowlers will have a difficult time on this wicket and must bowl well to reap rewards. The average first-inning score is 198 runs, and teams batting first should aim for 185 or more to feel comfortable on this surface.

RR vs RCB Weather Report

The weather will not be an issue on matchday. Temperatures are anticipated to be very warm, with sunny skies overhead. There is also no chance of precipitation.  

RR vs RCB Last Five Matches

RR ( Rajasthan Royals )	L W W L L
RCB ( Royal Challengers Bengaluru )	L W L W W

RR vs RCB Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	RCB Won	RR Won	Tie	NR
Overall	29	16	13	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

RR vs RCB Probable Playing XIs:

Rajasthan Royals Probable Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing XIs

Rajat Patidar (c), Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Rajasthan Royals

• Riyan Parag – Riyan Parag hadn't made a great start to the campaign against SRH, but we will back him again because he was the leading run scorer for his team last season with 573 runs.
• Jofra Archer –  Jofra Archer had a disappointing debut for the Rajasthan Royals against SRH, but we are going to back him again because of his talent and expect him to bounce back.

Top Picks – Royal Challengers Bengaluru

• Rajat Patidar – Rajat Patidar is RCB's joint-highest run-scorer, with an average of 37.20 in five innings. He has scored at least 26 runs in three out of his last five innings.
• Josh Hazlewood –  Josh Hazlewood is the leading wicket-taker for the RCB this season, with 8 wickets. He has taken at least two wickets in three of his last five games.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for RR vs RCB Dream11 Team:

Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal(VC), Ruturaj Gaikwad(C), Rachin Ravindra, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Riyan Parag, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for RR vs RCB Dream11 Team:

Sanju Samson(VC), Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra(C), Wanindu Hasaranga, Riyan Parag, Ravindra Jadeja, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Tushar Deshpande

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra

Vice-captain – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson

Wicketkeeper – Sanju Samson

RR vs RCB Probable Winners:

The Rajasthan Royals possess a weak bowling attack, which is hurting their campaign. They'll bowl on a flat surface against a formidable batting lineup. The bowlers must produce results for the team to win. Bengaluru's openers are in good form, and their spin attack is strong. It will be a close contest, but RCB will have an advantage due to its batting prowess. Considering the team combination, Royal Challengers Bengaluru is expected to win this match.