The IPL 2025 is upon us. The T20 league will start with the opening clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22, 2025. Kolkata’s Eden Gardens is all set to host the contest, which promises to be a tight affair.
KKR would like to get off the mark with a win to defend their title. RCB, on the other hand, will have the same thing on their mind as they still search for their first IPL trophy.
But going by the records, KKR have an edge over RCB at the Eden Gardens, which might work in their favour.
That said, let’s see the pitch and weather report for the first match between KKR and RCB in Kolkata.
KKR vs RCB, 1st Match, IPL 2025: Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2025 |
| Match | KKR vs RCB, 1st Match |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Date | March 22, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Broadcast | Star Sports |
| Live Stream | JioHotstar |
Eden Gardens, Kolkata: IPL Stats
| Total Matches Played | 93 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 38 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 55 |
| Matches Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Won Toss and Won Match | 49 |
| Lost Toss and Won Match | 44 |
| Average First Innings Total | 162 |
| Highest Team Total | 262/2 by Punjab Kings vs KKR |
| Lowest Team Total | 49/10 by RCB vs KKR |
Till 2024, 93 IPL matches have been played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. And the ground seems to favour teams chasing targets.
Of the 93 matches, teams have won 55 times while successfully chasing targets. Last season, Punjab Kings (PBKS) chased down the 262-run target set by KKR with ease. So, teams will likely choose to bowl first after winning the toss.
KKR vs RCB, 1st Match, IPL 2025: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Pitch Report
Eden Gardens is known for its batting-friendly conditions. Thus, a flat wicket is on the cards for the KKR vs RCB game.
You can expect a high-scoring affair between both sides. Even the last encounter between KKR and RCB saw both teams score 200-plus runs.
So batters will have a good time in Kolkata. But bowlers may struggle to fetch wickets, especially in the second half after dew settles on the ground.
There will be still some help earlier with the new ball for pacers, while spinners will get some purchase from the surface.
KKR vs RCB, 1st Match, IPL 2025: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Weather Report
The only concern for this mouthwatering clash is the weather. The opening match is under the threat of rain. And we might get a start-stop action.
The temperature will remain around 25 degrees Celsius during the match, while it will be pretty humid out there.
