RCB vs GT Match Preview

The 14th match of the IPL 2025 will be played in Bengaluru between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans. RCB has exceeded expectations thus far, securing two dominant victories and carrying significant momentum into this home game. Gujarat Titans recovered well from an early back and will be eager to maintain that momentum. Both teams are confident, but with RCB engaging at home and in top form, they come into this clash as the team to beat.

RCB vs GT Match Details 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans – 14th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Date & Time: 02nd April 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

RCB vs GT Venue Stats

RCB vs GT Pitch Report

The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has long been known to favour batters. The surface here is relatively flat, allowing batsmen to bat through the line and break big ones.

RCB vs GT Weather Report

The weather in Bengaluru will remain slightly cloudy and cool in the evening, but there is no chance of rain, so we should have a full match.  

RCB vs GT Last Five Matches

RCB vs GT Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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RCB vs GT Probable Playing XIs:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing XIs

Gujarat Titans Probable Playing XIs

Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Sherfane Rutherford (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for RCB vs GT Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Royal Challengers Bengaluru

• Virat Kohli – Virat Kohli, who thrives at the stadium with an average of over forty, has recorded four centuries and 22 fifties here.
• Josh Hazlewood –  Josh Hazlewood's inclusion has been a game changer—five wickets in just two matches at an economy of only 5.37 speaks volumes.

Top Picks – Gujarat Titans

• Sai Sudharsan – Sai Sudharsan once again led the way, scoring 63 off 41 balls. This was his second straight fifty, demonstrating his consistency at the top.
• Kagiso Rabada –  Kagiso Rabada has proven sensational in the T20 format; last season, he bagged 19 wickets and was one of GT' most consistent players.

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

Jos Buttler, Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar(VC), Sai Sudharsan(C), Shubman Gill, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Josh Hazlewood, Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan

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

Jos Buttler, Philip Salt(C), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(VC), Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Josh Hazlewood, Mohammed Siraj, Rashid Khan

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sai Sudharsan, Philip Salt

Vice-captain – Rajat Patidar, Shubman Gill

Wicketkeeper – Philip Salt

RCB vs GT Probable Winners:

Both Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans enter this game on the heels of victories, eager to improve on their performances. RCB has been the most unexpected outcome of the tournament so far, with dominant performances in both of their away matches. They'll feel even more confident now that they're back on their home turf. However, the Gujarat Titans will not make it easy. Their top order is risky, and their bowling attack is balanced. This should be an intense contest that could go either way, but in this high-scoring pitch, RCB's potent batting lineup could tip the balance in their favor. Considering the team combination, Royal Challengers Bengaluru is expected to win this match.

Royal Challengers vs Gujarat Titans once gave an interesting narrative. The Titans with their bowling might once upon a time would choke sides and their battle against Virat Kohli would often be headline news. Now, the same bowling attack isn't looking as good and Virat Kohli's batting is yet to reach old heights. Bengaluru are looking in really good form this season having finally beat Chennai in Chepauk in a very commanding manner. The bowling attack has bite and the batting line-up looks deep with Tim David finding the long handle well.

RCB vs GT Match Details

Date: April 2nd, 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Bengaluru

RCB vs GT Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Pitch Report

Average Score Batting First in the last Season: 204

Average Score Batting Second in the last Season: 193

Wins Batting First in the last Five games: 1

Wins Batting Second in the last Five games: 4

Bengaluru gets ready to host its first game. It normally is a slower pitch but the small boundaries make it easy to clear the fence and batting second is a better choice.

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RCB vs GT Head to Head

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Predicted Playing XI

Gujarat Titans Playing XI

Sai Sudharshan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, M Shah Rukh Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammad Siraj, 

Impact Player: Ishant Sharma

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI

Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal

Impact Player: Suyash Sharma

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Key Players

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is back at his second home. He struggled last game with runs not coming easy for him. For a player who looks to time the ball, he does need a little more pace and Bengaluru might be a challenge as it does not give that sort of pace.

Sai Sudharshan

Sudharshan showed a lot of promise in the first game. He found the boundaries with ease, piercing grounds nicely and also showed brief glimpses of his attacking game as well. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Match Tips

Bengaluru generally struggle at home. Their away record has been good and this time the bowling could well make them look more efficient at home too against a side which is not to deep with the bat but very good with their bowling options.

Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Will Win the Match

In the 14th game of the IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) will be played on Wednesday evening (April 2) at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Both teams will play their third game of the tournament. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won both their first two matches of the season by thrashing the hosts Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets and 50 runs, respectively. Meanwhile, in their first two home fixtures in the IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans first lost by 11 runs against Punjab Kings while chasing the 244-run target, they then beat Mumbai Indians by 36 runs. 

On Wednesday, RCB will play their first home game, and GT will play their first away match in the IPL 2025. Confident RCB have strong names, as they have produced top all-round performances in their first two games of the season. On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans also have enough strong names to challenge any in-form sides.  

RCB have won all their last eight league stage games in the IPL and suffered only one fixture in between this, which was against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2024 Eliminator. 

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IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT - Detailed Match Preview

Match Type: League

Match No: 14

Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT)

Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Match Date (Day): April 2, 2025 (Wednesday)

Official Toss Time: 19:00 local time

Official Match Start Time: 19:30 local time

IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT - Venue Stats

M Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bengaluru) is ready to host its first game of the IPL 2025. In the IPL 2024, it experienced three 200+ totals in 14 innings, including the highest IPL total 287/3 by SRH and its reply 262/7 by the hosts RCB. 

• In the IPL 2024, four matches had successful defending results, and the other three games experienced successful chases, mostly in comfortable ways. 

IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT - Head-to-Head

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) match will be played on Wednesday evening (April 1). The 14th match of the IPL 2025 will be hosted by the M Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bengaluru).

Both teams will play their third match of the season. While RCB won both their first two matches of the season, Gujarat Titans won once and lost once this season. 

IPL 2025: How did RCB and GT start?

After thrashing the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets at their home in the first game of the IPL 2025, RCB thrashed Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs to end their long wait for a win against CSK in Chennai. 

Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans started the season with an 11-run defeat against Punjab Kings in a high-scoring encounter, where the hosts GT just failed to chase the 244-run target. However, in their next game, Titans beat Mumbai Indians by 36 runs. 

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IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT - Squads Set Up

Three-time IPL runners-up RCB have managed a stormy start as both the hosts KKR and CSK were destroyed with the franchises' all-round performances. Now, RCB are ready for their first home game of the IPL season. While there is unlikely to be any significant changes in the playing XI, RCB may consider the leg-spinner Suyash Sharma’s selection for the venue, especially when they have the spinners like Krunal Pandya and Liam Livinstone.

On the other hand, Gujarat Titans are ready for their first away match in the ongoing IPL 2025. They have strong depth in batting and bowling, but the team management has to think about the inclusion of Glenn Phillips, which has been blocked for a short time due to Sherfane Rutherford’s firing 46 off 28 balls (four fours and three sixes) at a 244-run chase against Punjab Kings in their season opener. 

IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT Playing XIs (Probable)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted Playing 11:  Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (Captain), Devdutt Padikkal/Suyash Sharma (Impact Player Sub), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal 

Gujarat Titans Predicted Playing 11: Shubman Gill (Captain), Sai Sudharsan/Prasidh Krishna (Impact Players), Jos Buttler (wk), Sherfane Rutherford/Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, R Sai Kishore

A Hug Turns Out to be Amazing

While on a training session at Chinnaswamy Stadium, there was a touching scene that took place between Virat Kohli, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star, and Mohammed Siraj of Gujarat Titans. The pair, who shared a strong relationship as former RCB players, came together on what was Kohli’s midfield and embraced him in a glance. The floodlights and stands of the stadium provided the perfect essence for the moment, while cricket equipment and chairs strewn all over the ground suggested that it was part of the warmup phase of a match.

Sach batana, issi ka intezaar kar rahe the na #TitansFAM? 💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/hnyHYBbHlH

— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) April 1, 2025

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Fans Reactions to Siraj’s RCB Legacy

Mohammed Siraj was with the RCB until last season and developed a good friendship with Kohli both on and off the pitch. Their meeting reminds fans of what has been a memorable journey with RCB. The comments section was flooded with fans appreciating the post who expressed their fury, nostalgia, and overwhelmingly requested more videos with Kohli and Shubman Gill, who is the captain of the Gujarat Titans. 

The highlight of this incident was the display of the spirit of cricket, that friendships created in sport are beyond team affiliations. Even though Kohli and Siraj are teammates from opposing franchises in the IPL, these two share a bond that leaves fans teary and wanting for further such moments.

Gujarat Titans(GT) will play against Royal Challengers Bengaluru(RCB)  in the  fourteenth  match of IPL 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. RCB finished fourth and lost in the Eliminator,while  failed to qualify for play offs in the IPL 2024.

Impact Players: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

Swapnil Singh: A left-arm spinner who did well last season, taking six wickets in seven games. He also can play with the bat in lower down the order.

Suyash Sharma: A leg-spinner who might come in if the pitch helps spinners. He has played at Eden Gardens before while representing KKR. In the last match against CSK, he took 2 wickets in 4 overs with an economy of 8.00.

Mohit Rathee: A middle-order batter and leg-spinner. In his last two domestic T20 matches, he scored 54 runs and took one wicket.

Devdutt Padikkal: A classic left-hand batter from India, from the past few seasons in IPL his performance has not been good but in IPL 2025, In mega auction RCB bought him. In the last match against CSK, he scored 27 runs in 14 balls. 

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Impact Players: Gujarat Titans (GT)

Mahipal Lomror: An all-rounder played 40 IPL matches and batted in 35 innings, scoring 527 runs at a strike rate of 141.29 and an average of 18.17. If, GT loses early wickets while batting first or needs big hits during a run chase.

Prasidh Krishna: An experienced pacer played 51 IPL matches, taking 49 wickets in as many innings, with an economy rate of 8.92 and a bowling average of 34.76. He can be the most useful substitute when bowling second, especially if the pitch helps fast bowlers. The last time he played against MI, he bowled economically he took 2 wickets in 4 overs conceding 18 runs.

Shahrukh Khan: A powerful hitter who played for GT last season also. His powerful hitting helps the second innings if batting conditions are good.

Sherfane Rutherford: A Powerfull hitter who played for West Indies. His powerful hitting helps the second innings if batting conditions are good. Last time he played against MI  he scored 18 runs in 11 balls.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Gujarat Titans on April 2, 2025, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. It is safe to say that this is one of the most awaited IPL 2025 matches. The form of both teams suggests that the blending of the climatic conditions could prove to be the deciding factor of the day.

Match Details

• Date: April 2, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru
• Win % Batting First: 41%
• Win % Bowling First: 53%

Weather Report:

• The climatic conditions of Bengaluru, for the time being, do not seem to pose a threat to an uninterrupted game.
• Winds: Light winds are predicted with no impacts on gameplay on the whole grassroots level.
• Precipitation: The good news is that there is a full no-rain forecast for today, so there is no chance of intervention.
• Humidity: Player endurance may be impacted by humidity, and it is not expected to be too extreme.
• Wind Conditions: As for temperature, the game will open with the temperature around 30 degrees C and will cool slightly more as time goes on.

Pitch Report:

 M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, offering plenty of runs for aggressive batters.

• The pitch provides a consistent bounce, favoring stroke play and high-scoring encounters.
• Pacers may find some early assistance with the new ball, but overall, the conditions tend to favor batsmen.
• Spinners may struggle due to the shorter boundaries, which make defending totals challenging.

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Venue Records:

• Highest Team Total: 287/3 by Sunrisers Hyderabad against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
• Lowest Team Total: 82/10 by Kolkata Knight Riders against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
• Average First Innings Score: Approximately 171 runs.

With clear skies and a pitch that encourages big scores, fans can expect an electrifying contest between RCB and GT at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

At IPL 2025, Match 14 sees a highly attractive contest of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) facing Gujarat Titans (GT); both teams have had successful contests in there past, making this an exciting contest.

Head-to-Head Record:

RCB and GT have faced each other 5 times in IPL history prior to the 2025 season:

• RCB Wins: 3
• GT Wins: 2
• No Result: 0

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Notable Matches in RCB vs. GT History:

April 30, 2022 – Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai

• RCB: 170/6
• GT: 174/4 (19.3 overs)
• Result: GT won by 6 wickets

GT's Tewatia and Miller played instrumental roles in their victory.

May 19, 2022 – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

• GT: 168/5
• RCB: 170/2 (18.4 overs)
• Result: RCB won by 8 wickets

RCB won effortlessly due to Virat Kohli's and Faf du Plessis’ stellar performances,89 runs from the duo quantifiable within 20 overs combined.

May 21, 2023 – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

• RCB: 197/5
• GT: 200/4 (19.1 overs)
• Result: GT won by 6 wickets

Shubaman Gill's impressive performance with the pad was capped with him elbowing his way towards a century in hand, 104 to be precise.

April 28, 2024 – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

• GT: 200/3
• RCB: 204/1 (16 overs)
• Result: RCB won by 9 wickets

Will Jacks outstanding knock ensured Clarkson's side of earning the softest triumph edged him bestows, scoring through the innings handsomely stands of 100 accompanies by 70 to further seal wtih STellar Contribution from Virat's Kohli. 

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May 4, 2024 – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

• GT: 152/10
• RCB: 153/6 (19 overs)
• Result: RCB won by 4 wickets

Kohli urged supprt also managed to elbow through a pithy yet effective 73 stays directed towards RCB managed manage through a chasten sprint ts: capably.

Both teams have shown competitive spirit in their previous encounters, with matches often showcasing high-scoring chases and individual brilliance. As they prepare to face off in IPL 2025's Match 14, fans can anticipate another thrilling contest between these two formidable sides.

The IIndian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is heating up, and Match 14 will feature a thrilling encounter between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) takes on Gujarat Titans (GT) at the renowned M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This will be RCB's season first game at home and they will aim to continue their 100 per cent start, having won both their first two matches. For Gujarat Titans, Shubman Gill would hope to build on the victory over Mumbai Indians in their previous outing.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Records and Stats

At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium – one of the most famous venues in IPL as it is a batting paradise with flat pitches and high-scoring games – Royal - are in training for the upcoming season. The stadium possesses attributes like short ground dimensions and a high altitude making it a batsmen's paradise. Here’s a deep dive into the IPL stats out of the stadium:

• Total Matches Played: 95
• Batting 1st Won: 41
• Batting 2nd Won: 50
• No Result: 4
• Highest Total: 287/3 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs RCB (2024)
• Lowest Total: 82 all out by RCB vs KKR (2008)
• Highest Run-chase: 213/9 by Lucknow Super Giants vs RCB (2023)
• Lowest Total Defended: 138/7 by Kings XI Punjab vs RCB (2017)
• Average 1st Innings Score: 168
• Highest Individual Score: Chris Gayle (RCB) – 175* from 66 balls vs Pune Warriors India (2013)

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Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Chinnaswamy Stadium is famous for its flat pitch and relatively short boundaries, making it a perfect batsmen-friendly high-scoring ground. The ball swings and seams, but it travels too, the high altitude ensuring that big totals are regularly chased down comfortably. Always get something for the spinners in the latter stages, but overall, it’s a batsman-friendly surface.

• Temperature: 29°C
  
• Humidity: 44%
  
• Precipitation Chance: 5%

RCB vs GT: Match Preview

RCB has made an excellent start this season in IPL 2025, winning both games and is at the top of the points table. It is a talented batting line-up with Virat Kohli, Philip Salt and Rajat Patidar in the mix, and they will want to cash in on the Chinnaswamy pitch; their bowlers will have to lift their game, led by Hazlewood, Livingstone, and Yash Dayal to defend big scores.

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For the IPL champions of 2022, GT brings a strong team to the match, providing a balance with their firepower in batters such as Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan and J Buttler and solid bowling attack. Their ace will be P Krishna, technology to control middle-over and break partnerships.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) match has been scheduled for the fourteenth game of the IPL 2025. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host this match as the home venue for Royal Challengers Bangalore. This match will be played on April 2 evening.

Both Royal Challengers Bangalore and Gujarat Titans will continue their IPL 2025 journey with this fixture. In the IPL 2024, Royal Challangers Banglore finished in fourth place and Gujarat Titans finished in Eight Place.

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Match Details:

Match No: 14

Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Date: April 2, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Squad Update

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Rajat Patidar (Captain), Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Liam Livingstone, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethel, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee.

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (Captain), Jos Buttler, B. Sai Sudharshan, Shahrukh Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Nishant Sindhu, Mahipal Lomror, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Manav Suthar, Washington Sundar, Gerald Coetzee, Mohmmad Arshad Khan, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Sherfane Rutherford, R. Sai Kishore, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, Glenn Phillips, Kareem Janat, Kulwant Khejroliya.

How to buy RCB vs GT tickets

IPL 2025 tickets for RCB vs GT can be booked online through:

• RCB Official Website 
• Paytm Insider

1. Go to one of the above official ticketing websites.

2. Go to the ticket booking page and choose "RCB vs GT– Match 14" and select Banglore as location.

3. Select your desired seating category.

4. Make the payment through available payment options.

5. Once the payment is successful, you will get a confirmation email or SMS with your e-ticket.

Ticket Prices (Estimated):

 ●     General Stands: ₹800 to ₹1,500

●     Premium Stands: ₹2,000 to ₹4,000

●     Pavilion Terrace: ₹5,000 to ₹8,000

●     Corporate Boxes: ₹12,000 to ₹25,000

●     VIP & Hospitality Suites: ₹30,000 to ₹50,000

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