KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Player Stats & For 1st Match of IPL 2025
Ajinkya Rahane led KKR take on a new-look RCB captained by Rajat Patidar in IPL 2025 opener
Kolkata Knight Riders will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 1st match of IPL 2025 on 22 March 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This article will guide you in making the perfect team for KKR vs RCB match with expert Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips.
Kolkata Knight Riders enter IPL 2025 with Ajinkya Rahane as captain. They released Shreyas Iyer, Mitch Starc, and Phil Salt but kept most of their core intact. KKR were dominant last season and have their eyes on the trophy again. Their balanced squad makes them a strong contender.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on the other hand, have made big changes. They retained only three players and built a fresh squad under new captain Rajat Patidar. RCB brought in English players like Liam Livingstone, Salt, and Bethell. Virat Kohli is set to open with Salt, followed by Patidar. Their domestic additions include Jitesh Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Krunal Pandya. Despite these changes, RCB still chase their first IPL trophy
KKR vs RCB Match Details
| Match: | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 1 |
| Tournament: | Indian Premier League 2025 |
| Date: | 22 March 2025 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Live Streaming: | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
Also Check: Indian Premier League 2025 Latest News & Updates
KKR vs RCB Player Stats
Batting Stats
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane | 382 Runs |
| Rajat Patidar | 243 Runs |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 159 Runs |
| Virat Kohli | 146 Runs |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 127 Runs |
Bowling Stats
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Varun Chakravarthy | 14 Wickets |
| Harshit Rana | 9 Wickets |
| Spencer Johnson | 9 Wickets |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 6 Wickets |
| Krunal Pandya | 5 Wickets |
Note: Stats Based on Last 5 Matches
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction
Virat Kohli (RCB)
Virat Kohli remains a strong captaincy choice due to his consistent performances. However, his absence from T20 cricket for a long time raises questions about his adaptability. He has a good record in Kolkata, scoring 510 runs at an average of 39.23 and a strike rate of 130.10, including three fifties and a century. His biggest challenge will be facing Sunil Narine, who has dismissed him four times, while Varun Chakravarthy is also a threat. His last five scores—76, 9, 0, 37, and 24—show mixed form.
Sunil Narine (KKR)
Sunil Narine is another top captaincy option because of his all-round abilities. In Kolkata, he has 559 runs at a strike rate of 164.89 and 70 wickets at an average of 19.95. He needs to be careful against Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who has dismissed him twice, while Yash Dayal and Krunal Pandya have also troubled him. Narine has been more effective against left-handers in IPL 2024, taking five wickets at an average of 12 and an economy of 5.14. His recent scores—22*, 12*, 2, 1*, and 13—along with his bowling figures—1/34, 0/22, 2/20, 0/31, and 0/14—show decent form.
Varun Chakravarthy (KKR)
Varun Chakravarthy has been in excellent form, but spinners haven’t been as dominant in Kolkata recently. He has picked up 24 wickets in 16 innings here, including a four-wicket haul. In IPL 2024, he has been more effective against left-handers, taking six wickets at an average of 14.83 and an economy of 7.62. However, RCB’s lineup lacks many left-handers, which could work against him. His last five figures—2/25, 2/28, 5/24, 2/38, and 3/23—reflect his current rhythm with the ball.
KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
- Wicket-Keeper: Quinton de Kock, Phil Salt
- Batters: Virat Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer, Rajat Patidar
- All-Rounders: Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Varun Chakravarthy
- Captain: Sunil Narine
- Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli
