Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru standings show that RCB have moved up the table by two points while Kolkata have seen their playoff hopes diminish significantly. Both teams meet up at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.
Ajinkya Rahane reports that KKR were doing well up until the 13th over, before losing 2-3 wickets quickly altered their momentum.
| Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 May 2025 | No Result | — (Match abandoned) | Bengaluru |
| 22 Mar 2025 | RCB | Won by 7 wickets | Kolkata |
| 21 Apr 2024 | KKR | Won by 1 run | Kolkata |
| 29 Mar 2024 | KKR | Won by 7 wickets | Bengaluru |
| 26 Apr 2023 | KKR | Won by 21 runs | Bengaluru |
RCB
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have made an impressive comeback after an initial slow start, as evidenced by their nine-wicket victory against Rajasthan Royals at Bengaluru on Thursday and their rise from fourth place in IPL 2025 points table to third.
This victory put RCB ahead of Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders while they still trail Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants by eight points each.
RCB started off the game strongly by dominating the Powerplay, and carried this momentum into their chase. Phil Salt made an excellent debut with Virat Kohli supporting him ruthlessly punishing any looseness on their wicket.
They quickly established an 80/0 advantage after just the first powerplay had concluded.
Liam Livingstone kept Royal Challengers Bangalore ticking over and eventually won with five wickets to spare.
Though RCB have lost three out of their four home games this season, their unbeaten road record should give them hope that a win at M Chinnaswamy Stadium could help secure them a playoff berth.
RR are struggling to find their footing at M Chinnaswamy and their quest for victory has become more of an enigma than an answer. Their side’s balance remains uncertain while lacking an impact player has hindered rather than helped.
Rajasthan’s loss to RCB has further dimmed their playoff hopes, as they currently lie eighth in the standings with two wins from eight matches and are eighth overall with an unfavorable net run rate.
Although their chances may remain alive if they can improve upon their poor home form – their next home match against KKR on May 27 could prove decisive and lead to elimination for them.
KKR
The KKR-RCB rivalry is one of the oldest and highest-energy matches in IPL history. These two teams met for the inaugural game of the tournament at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore and was won by KKR with Brendon McCullum’s 158 not out being key in their victory – it marked the birth of franchise T20 leagues as part of cricket culture today.
When KKR and RCB first faced each other, the match was delayed by rain for more than an hour, forcing both teams to abandon their innings before eventually the weather conditions worsened further and caused the match to be abandoned without even one ball being bowled. When these two teams meet again, it will be up to KKR to bat first.
KKR have been one of the standout teams in IPL over the past decade and currently hold onto their title of champions. Their official motto is: “Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo” (Perform, Fight, Win). Their official colors are purple and gold while their symbol features an open mouthed lion who roars. Located in Kolkata India and owned by Sourav Ganguly and Shah Rukh Khan.
Current roster of the team includes captain Dinesh Karthik and vice-captains Robin Uthappa as captains, along with experienced players such as Sunil Narine and Ajinkya Rahane who have proven extremely successful in IPL competition by winning four championship titles so far.
This season, KKR have made an encouraging start, yet their performance in the playoffs remains to be seen. Still vying for a top four finish, they will look to resume winning ways when facing off against RCB at home on Wednesday.
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SRH
Royal Challengers Bangalore will look to regroup after their IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders was washed out due to rain at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru was postponed due to rain on Saturday.
Both teams needed this match for qualification into the playoffs – however both will miss key overseas players like Moeen Ali, Rovman Powell and Josh Hazlewood for at least part of this season due to injury concerns or absent from international duty due to retirement or due to retirement commitments abroad.
SRH and RCB’s rivalry is one of the most anticipated events of IPL season 11, boasting some incredible batting and bowling performances from both sides.
Over 26 meetings between these teams in IPL history, with SRH leading with 13 wins to 10 for RCB; these seven matches also took place at their respective home ground of Bengaluru with each side winning three times each time!
KKR’s top-order batsmen must up their game in order to take on a disciplined SRH attack. While AB de Villiers and Kohli can lead their side’s innings, they require additional support from Brendon McCullum and other batsmen such as Colin de Grandhomme and Yuzvendra Chahal in particular if they wish to succeed against an organized bowling attack like that from South India.
Colin de Grandhomme and Yuzvendra Chahal must improve their economy rates during powerplay overs.
After an uncertain start to their season, Sunrisers Hyderabad are beginning to find their feet and are emerging as strong contenders for the play-offs. Winning their remaining games while hoping for other results to go their way is essential; but this side boasts talent across their squad and batsmen are performing.
On Friday at 3.30pm at Eden Gardens, SRH will aim to continue their impressive form when they take on RCB in their final home league match of 2018. The match should get underway.
DD
Royal Challengers Bangalore’s dominant chase performance propelled them to the top of the IPL table, delighting Virat Kohli who will surely be pleased at how his side has come together recently.
At M Chinnaswamy Stadium, it has begun raining heavily and could put an end to today’s match. Team management will make the final call on whether or not to continue, for safety purposes.
Rohit Sharma will be determined to lead DC in their battle against Rajasthan Royals and put their chances of qualifying for the playoffs at risk. Rohit will look for an improved result than they saw against Rajasthan Royals last time out.
It promises to be an exciting match-up between these teams as both will be without key players due to injury – Moeen Ali and Rovman Powell from KKR are out for the year, while Faf du Plessis and Josh Hazlewood will not feature for RCB on Friday.
Both sides are eager to qualify for playoffs this season, so this game may prove essential. Additionally, former captain Virender Sehwag may return as it marks his comeback into ODI action after an extended absence.
