M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is known for its batting-friendly pitch, with short boundaries that favor big scores. However, during the Women’s Premier League (WPL), pacers have found some early movement with the new ball, particularly in the first innings. After the powerplay, batting conditions tend to get easier. It’s worth noting that the pitch in the second-last match was two-paced, adding an unpredictable element. With moderate rainfall expected from 23rd to 26th, pacers could benefit from early movement due to the moisture in the pitch.
Ahead of RCB vs RR in IPL 2025 Match 42, here’s a detailed breakdown of how the pitch has behaved in the last 10 IPL matches, including total scores, pace vs spin wickets, and who won.
Recent IPL Matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
| Team 1 | Team 2 | RCB Score | Opponent Score | Pace Wkts | Spin Wkts | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | PBKS | RCB 95/9 (14) | PBKS 98/5 (12.1) | 10 | 4 | PBKS Won |
| RCB | DC | 163/7 | 169/4 (17.5) | 5 | 5 | DC won |
| RCB | GT | 169/8 | 170/2 (17.5) | 8 | 2 | GT won |
| RCB | CSK | 218/5 | 191/7 | 8 | 2 | RCB won |
| RCB | DC | 187/9 | 140/10 | 13 | 2 | RCB won |
| GT | RCB | 147/10 | 152/6 (13.4) | 11 | 3 | RCB won |
| SRH | RCB | 287/3 | 262/7 | 7 | 2 | SRH won |
| LSG | RCB | 181/5 | 153/10 | 10 | 3 | LSG won |
| RCB | KKR | 182/6 | 186/3 | 6 | 2 | KKR won |
| PBKS | RCB | 176/6 | 178/6 | 8 | 4 | RCB won |
| RCB | GT | 197/5 | 198/4 | 6 | 3 | GT won |
| KKR | RCB | 200/5 | 179/8 | 5 | 7 | KKR won |
Key IPL Pitch Insights:
- Batting First Avg Score: ~196
- Highest Score: 287/3 (SRH)
- Chasing Sides Won: 5 out of 10
- Pace Wickets: 82
- Spin Wickets: 30
While the pitch mostly supports batters and pacers, spinners can become useful especially in the second innings or if the pitch is a bit dry.
WPL Matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium – This Season
| Match | Team 1 | Team 2 | Team 1 Score | Team 2 Score | Pace Wkts | Spin Wkts | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB W | DC W | 147/5 | 151/1 | 4 | 2 | DC W won |
| 2 | MI W | DC W | 123/9 | 124/1 | 3 | 6 | DC W won |
| 3 | RCB W | GG W | 125/7 | 126/4 | 5 | 5 | GG W won |
| 4 | UP W | MI W | 142/9 | 143/2 | 5 | 6 | MI W won |
| 5 | GG W | DC W | 127/9 | 131/4 | 9 | 3 | DC W won |
| 6 | RCB W | UP W | 180/6 | 180/10 | 7 | 4 | RCB W won |
| 7 | UP W | DC W | 177/9 | 144/10 | 10 | 9 | UP W won |
| 8 | RCB W | MI W | 167/7 | 170/6 | 7 | 6 | MI W won |
See Also:- IPL Teams Coaches 2025 List
WPL Learnings:
- More spin impact compared to men’s IPL matches
- Chasing teams still successful, but defending scores of 180–200 was common
- Mixed wickets between pace & spin, depending on pitch and dew
Final Takeaways for Today – RCB vs PBKS, IPL 2025
- Expect a high-scoring game – both teams have deep batting lineups.
- Pace bowlers may take more wickets, but spinners like Wanindu Hasaranga or Maheesh Theekshana can be effective in middle overs.
- Teams winning the toss may prefer batting first based on trends, unless there’s dew expected.
