RR vs RCB in IPL 2025 today: Royals look for consistent show against away kings Bengaluru

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will lock horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a match of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday.

RR have struggled to find consistency so far in the season. After starting with two defeats, they found form with a thrilling win over CSK and then beating PBKS.

On the other hand, RCB have been sensational away from home. They have secured victories against KKR at Eden Gardens, MI at Wankhede and finally breached fortress Chepauk with a massive win over CSK.

Head-to-Head Record

Both the teams have so far played 32 matches between them. RCB lead the head-to-head stats 15-14 with 3 matches ending in a no-result. 

Predicted XIs

Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (capt, wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande/Kumar Kartikeya.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (capt), Liam Livingstone/Jacob Bethell, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal.

Pitch Report

As it is the first match at the Sawai Mansingh stadium this IPL season, it is uncertain what can be expected from the track. However, the average score at the ground has been 187 and teams usually prefer to chase at the ground.

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Weather Forecast

It is expected to be a hot day in Jaipur as the temperature is expected to be in the 38 degree celsius range till the match gets over.

Probable Best Performers

Phil Salt has looked in great touch in IPL 2025 so far. However, a big knock has eluded him. RCB fans would hope that Salt bats deep into the innings as he could inflict a lot of damage to the opposition with his aggressive batting.

Though Jofra Archer did not have a great start to the season, he managed to rediscover his form with determination, dedication and hard work. He has bowled 11 overs and conceded just 66 runs, picking up five wickets so far. He will be the key bowler for Royals.