RR VS RCB – Match 28 Preview: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Match Preview IPL 2025
1. Match Details
• Fixture: Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
• Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025
• Time: 3:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Broadcast & Streaming: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
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2. Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium offers a balanced surface. Fast bowlers get assistance early on, while spinners become effective as the match progresses. Batters need to settle before playing aggressive shots.
• Average 1st innings score: 160-170
• Chasing teams have had more success at this venue.
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3. Weather Report
• Temperature: Around 32°C
• Humidity: 40%
• Wind Speed: 10-15 km/h
• Rain Chances: 0% (Clear and sunny)
With no rain expected, we are in for a full, uninterrupted match.
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4. Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
• Rajasthan Royals: 3 Wins
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 2 Wins
RR has had the upper hand against RCB in recent encounters, winning three of the last five matches. However, RCB remains a strong side with world-class players.
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5. Team Analysis & Key Players to Watch
5.1 Rajasthan Royals (RR) Squad & Key Players
Batters:
• Yashasvi Jaiswal & Shimron Hetmyer: Jaiswal’s attacking style can set the tone, while Hetmyer is a game-changing finisher.
• Sanju Samson (C & WK): The captain’s form will be crucial for RR’s middle order.
All-Rounders:
• Wanindu Hasaranga: Can contribute with both bat and ball, especially on a spin-friendly surface.
• Riyan Parag: A handy batsman and part-time off-spinner who can provide balance.
Bowlers:
• Jofra Archer & Fazalhaq Farooqi: Archer’s express pace and Farooqi’s swing will test RCB’s top order.
• Maheesh Theekshana: Can exploit the slow Jaipur pitch with his spin variations.
5.2 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Squad & Key Players
Batters:
• Virat Kohli & Rajat Patidar (C): Kohli’s experience and Patidar’s aggressive strokeplay will be crucial.
• Devdutt Padikkal: Looking to score big against his former team.
All-Rounders:
• Liam Livingstone & Romario Shepherd: Big-hitting powerhouses who can also contribute with the ball.
• Krunal Pandya: An important middle-order all-rounder who can contain runs.
Bowlers:
• Josh Hazlewood & Lungi Ngidi: Two experienced pacers who can trouble RR’s batting lineup.
• Yash Dayal & Suyash Sharma: Dayal’s left-arm pace and Suyash’s leg-spin will be key factors.
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6. Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
6.1 Best Fantasy Picks for RR vs RCB
Wicketkeepers:
• Sanju Samson
• Phil Salt
Batters:
• Virat Kohli
• Yashasvi Jaiswal
• Rajat Patidar
All-rounders:
• Wanindu Hasaranga
• Liam Livingstone
• Krunal Pandya
Bowlers:
• Jofra Archer
• Josh Hazlewood
• Maheesh Theekshana
6.2 Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
• Captain: Virat Kohli
• Vice-Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
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7. Final Prediction
Both teams have well-balanced squads, but RR has the home advantage and a better head-to-head record. Their strong bowling attack featuring Archer, Hasaranga, and Theekshana gives them a slight edge.
However, RCB’s star-studded lineup, including Kohli, Livingstone, and Hazlewood, can turn the game in their favor.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals are slight favorites, but if RCB’s bowlers perform well, they can pull off a victory. Expect a close contest.
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