IPL 2025 KKR vs RCB Kolkata Weather Forecast: There is a threat of rain on the first match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on 22 March. The Meteorological Department has released the Orange Alert for rain and thunderstorms between 20 and 22 March. There is tremendous enthusiasm among cricket lovers about the commencement of IPL 2025, but no one would want the start of the tournament to be affected by the rain. However, the Eden Gardens has the best drainage system, so that the game can start soon after the rain stops. But if the rain continues continuously, the possibility of cancellation of the match will increase.
KKR has to save the trophy, RCB looking for first trophy
Kolkata Knight Riders is landing in the tournament this time as the defending winner. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, the team defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the final last year to win the title for the third time. Now KKR has become the third most successful team in IPL history, while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (Mi) are at the forefront with five-five titles.
On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will try to win their first IPL title this time. The bowling of the team has always been a matter of concern, but this time the bowling attack has strengthened with the arrival of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazelwood. However, he does not have any big name in the spin department. Krunal Pandya will be the main spinner, but the team still needs a spinner who has the ability to change the game.
Meteorological Department’s prediction
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), there is a possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds in some parts of West Bengal from 20 to 22 March due to moist winds coming from the Bay of Bengal. If the rain does not stop for long, it can affect the match, which can cause disappointment to the fans. Now everyone’s eyes will be on the weather that IPL 2025 can start without any hindrance.