KKR vs RCB IPL 2025: Rain to Wash Out the Opening Match at Eden Gardens? Kolkata Weather Update
Rain threatens to spoil the IPL 2025 opener between KKR and RCB at Eden Gardens, raising concerns about match delays or a possible washout.
The opening match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to take place at Eden Gardens on March 22. However, there is a big concern about the weather as heavy rainfall is expected in Kolkata.
IMD Issues Weather Warning
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds over Kolkata on March 21 and 22. This means that the match could face rain interruptions or even a complete washout.
Will the Opening Ceremony Be Affected?
Apart from the match, IPL 2025 is also set to have a grand opening ceremony featuring Shreya Ghoshal, Karan Aujla, and Disha Patani. However, the bad weather might disrupt this event as well.
Why Is Kolkata Facing Bad Weather?
The sudden change in weather is due to a trough from central Odisha to Vidarbha and wind confluence over eastern India. These factors are creating unstable weather conditions in Kolkata.
Will the Match Happen?
Fans are eagerly waiting for the match, but the rain might spoil the fun. Everyone will be hoping for the weather to clear up so that the KKR vs RCB clash can take place without any problems.
