The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season continues with an exciting clash between the Rajasthan Royals (RR) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Both teams are eager to secure their first points of the season after facing defeats in their opening matches.
Match Details:
Fixture: Rajasthan Royals vs. Kolkata Knight Riders
Date: March 26, 2025
Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Sportskeeda
Today Team 11 after Toss
Q De Kock (C)
Raguvasi
Ajinkya
Druv jurel
Yashasvi jeswal (VC)
Riyan parag
Varuna chakravarthy
Moeen ali
Vaibhav arora
Wanindu hasaranga
Tushar despande
Team News:
Rajasthan Royals, led by Riyan Parag, are playing their first home game of the season. The team might consider including Wanindu Hasaranga to strengthen their lineup. On the other hand, KKR, captained by Ajinkya Rahane, may retain their previous playing XI despite a heavy defeat in their season opener.
Head-to-Head Record:
Historically, the encounters between RR and KKR have been competitive. Out of 30 IPL matches, both teams have secured 14 wins each, with two games ending without a result. In their recent five meetings, RR has won three matches, while KKR has claimed one victory, with one no-result.
Venue Insights:
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati is hosting its first match of the IPL 2025 season. Teams will be keen to assess the pitch conditions and adapt their strategies accordingly.
Key Players to Watch:
Conclusion:
Both Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders are determined to bounce back from their initial losses. Fans can anticipate a thrilling contest as both teams vie for their first win of the season.
