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IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB, Match 1- Top Player Battles to Watch Out For

Defending Champions Kolkata Knight Riders will play Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 opener.

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March 22, 2025
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IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB, Match 1- Top Player Battles to Watch Out For

Match Overview

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are all set to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match of the IPL 2025. These two sides have faced off in 34 matches, with Kolkata winning 20 and Bengaluru securing 14 victories. KKR have won the previous four matches in a row against RCB and will be looking to continue their good form.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be hoping that the 18th season of the IPL is finally their year, as they continue their quest for their first-ever IPL title. On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders, having won the previous edition, will be aiming to become the four-time champions.

Exciting Showdown awaits in IPL 2025 opener

As these two teams gear up for yet another thrilling battle, fans are eagerly anticipating a high-intensity contest filled with drama, excitement, and top-quality cricket.

Here are the top three player battles to watch out for in KKR vs RCB, Match 1 of IPL 2025:

1. Phil Salt vs Varun Chakravarthy

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Phil Salt and Varun Chakravarthy recently faced off in the T20I series, where Salt smashed him for 16 runs in five balls. However, Varun had the last laugh, dismissing Salt on the sixth delivery. This remains their only T20 encounter to date.

Varun Chakravarthy could pose a tricky challenge, but Salt has the advantage of having faced him in the nets last season, as both were part of the KKR franchise. This battle could go either way and if Salt gets off to a flying start against the pacers, KKR might introduce Varun early in the powerplay to counter him

2. Ajinkya Rahane vs Bhuvneshwar Kumar

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Ajinkya Rahane had a solid season with CSK in recent years and has now moved to Kolkata Knight Riders for this IPL. He is expected to bat at the top of the order, likely at No. 3, where he could face a tough challenge against RCB’s new-ball bowlers.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has troubled Rahane over the years, dismissing him seven times while conceding just 104 runs at a strike rate of only 88. With Bhuvneshwar consistently keeping Rahane in check, this will be a thrilling matchup to watch.

3. Sunil Narine vs Virat Kohli

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Sunil Narine and Virat Kohli have had a fascinating battle over the years. Kohli has scored 127 runs off 118 balls against Narine while being dismissed by him four times.

Kohli has struggled against spinners recently, and while Narine might not have dismissed him frequently, he has managed to keep the right-hander quiet. It will be interesting to see how Kohli approaches Narine, as this matchup could play a crucial role in determining which team takes an early advantage in the game.

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