KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Best Key Picks & Pitch Report for IPL 2025, 1st Match

Kai Grayson 21-Mar-2025 • 08:33

KKR vs RCB Match Preview:

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 1st match of the IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 07:30 PM IST.

KKR has been in good form recently, with their last five matches resulting in 3 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses. On the other hand, RCB has been dominant, winning 4 of their last 5 matches. In their head-to-head encounters, KKR has won 2 of the last 3 matches against RCB.

KKR vs RCB

KKR vs RCB Match Information

Match info

Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India
Series	Indian Premier League
Toss	Royal Challengers Bengaluru, elected to bowl
Weather	24.1°C\|Mist
Season	2025
Match days	22 Mar, 2025
Umpire	Abhijeet Bengeri Vinod Seshan
Tv Umpire	Jayaraman Madanagopal

KKR vs RCB Weather & Pitch Report

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Mist 24.1°C

Pitch Report:

Pitch is batting-friendly, with consistent bounce and pace. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to slow down, making it conducive for spinners.

Weather Forecast:

The weather is expected to be clear, with temperatures around 28°C, humidity at 55%, and wind speeds of approximately 5.0 m/s.

KKR vs RCB Head-to-Head

KKR vs RCB Recent Performance

Team Form (LAST 5 MATCHES)

Kolkata Knight Riders

W W NR NR W

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

L W W W W

KKR vs RCB Players Stats

Player Stats In Current Series

MOST RUNS

BEST STRIKE RATE

MOST WICKETS

Player Stats in Current Series:

Top Batsman (RCB): V Kohli - Points: 270, Credits: 9.0

Top Bowler (RCB): V Chakaravarthy (KKR) - Points: 320, Credits: 9.0

KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Best Key Picks

Best Batsman Picks:

V Kohli (RCB) - Points: 300, Credits: 9.0

Selected by 95.45% and played the last match.

V Iyer (KKR) - Points: 270, Credits: 8.0

Selected by 90.67% and played the last match.

Best Bowler Picks:

J Hazlewood (RCB) - Points: 320, Credits: 8.5

Selected by 92.34% and played the last match.

V Chakaravarthy (KKR) - Points: 290, Credits: 9.0

Selected by 85.23% and played the last match.

Best Wicket-Keeper Picks:

P Salt (RCB) - Points: 220, Credits: 8.5

Selected by 88.23% and played the last match.

Best All-Rounder Picks:

S Narine (KKR) - Points: 310, Credits: 9.0

Selected by 97.78% and played the last match.

A Russell (KKR) - Points: 280, Credits: 8.5

Selected by 94.45% and played the last match.

KKR vs RCB Dream11 Team: Fantasy Cricket Tips

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks:

Captain: S Narine (KKR)

Vice-Captain: V Kohli (RCB)

Dream11 Team Combination:

Option 1: Mega Contest Picks:

Wicketkeeper: P Salt

Batters: V Kohli - VC, V Iyer, R Patidar

All-Rounders: S Narine - C, A Russell, L Livingstone

Bowlers: B Kumar, J Hazlewood, V Chakaravarthy, H Rana

Option 2: Guru Team Picks:

Wicketkeeper: P Salt (RCB)

Batters: V Kohli (RCB) - VC, V Iyer (KKR), R Patidar (RCB)

All-Rounders: S Narine (KKR) - C, A Russell (KKR), L Livingstone (RCB)

Bowlers: B Kumar (RCB), J Hazlewood (RCB), V Chakaravarthy (KKR), H Rana (KKR)

Who Will Win Today's Match?

Based on recent form, KKR has been consistent with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last 5 matches, while RCB has been dominant with 4 wins in their last 5. However, KKR has a slight edge in head-to-head encounters, winning 2 of the last 3 matches. There is chance to win by RCB.