Author: zuplay Admin

Published at: 3/21/2025

Updated at: 3/22/2025

KKR vs RCB IPL 2025 - Predictions, Preview, and Odds  

The stage is set for an electrifying start to IPL 2025 as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the season opener on March 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens. This clash between two powerhouse teams promises fireworks, with passionate fan bases, star-studded lineups, and a long-standing rivalry that has produced some of the most unforgettable moments in IPL history.  

From Brendon McCullum’s explosive 158* in the first-ever IPL match to countless nail-biting finishes, KKR vs RCB never fails to entertain. With new captains, fresh strategies, and championship dreams on the line, this showdown is set to kick off the season in grand style.


Match Details 
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025 
Time: 7:30 PM IST 
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata  


Stadium IPL Statistics 
Total Matches Played: 93 
Batting First Won: 38 
Batting Second Won: 55 
Average Score: 162


KKR vs RCB – Head-to-Head in IPL 
Matches Played: 35 
KKR Won: 21 
RCB Won: 14


Players to Watch Out 
RCB: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt 
KKR: Varun Chakaravarthy, Sunil Narine, 
Andre Russell


Match Odds 
KKR: 1.86 
RCB: 2.14


Zuplay’s Predictions 
🏆 Match Winner: KKR 
🪙 Toss Winner: RCB 
🌟 Player of the Match: Sunil Narine  


Best Batter 
KKR: Quinton de Kock 
RCB: Phil Salt  


Best Bowler 
KKR: Sunil Narine 
RCB: Josh Hazlewood