IPL 2025: Match 58, RCB vs KKR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between RCB vs KKR?

Overview

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match No. 58 of the IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday, May 17. This is going to be the first match after a nine-day suspension of the league amid the cross-border tension between India and Pakistan.

RCB have registered eight wins and suffered three defeats after playing 11 matches in IPL 2025. They can become the first team to make it to the playoffs this season with a win on Saturday. Meanwhile, KKR have to win this encounter to stay mathematically alive in the competition. The defending champions have five wins and six defeats from 11 matches, with one of their games ending without a result.

RCB defeated KKR earlier in the season at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata in the season opener. Krunal Pandya bagged a three-for, helping the visitors restrict the hosts to 174/8. In reply, half-centuries from Virat Kohli and Phil Salt helped RCB overhaul the target in 16.2 overs with seven wickets to spare.

Match Details

M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Pitch Report

The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has seen some high-scoring contests in IPL 2025. However, there have also been some games where there has been more help for the bowlers compared to previous editions at the iconic venue. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first would be the safe choice, as dew could play a massive role in the second innings. There is a 65% chance of rain on Saturday.

RCB vs KKR Head-to-Head Record

RCB vs KKR Probable Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (C), Mayank Agarwal, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal.

Impact Player: Suyash Sharma

Kolkata Knight Riders

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player: Manish Pandey

RCB vs KKR Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter – Virat Kohli (RCB)

Kohli has been in scintillating form once again. He is fourth on the list of leading run-getters this season. In 11 matches, he has amassed 505 runs at an average of 63.13 and a strike rate of 143.47. The 36-year-old has already notched up seven half-centuries. He is only five runs behind Orange Cap holder Suryakumar Yadav's tally.

Probable Best Bowler - Varun Chakravarthy (KKR)

Varun Chakravarthy has put in some brilliant performances for KKR. In 12 matches, he has accounted for 17 wickets at an average of 19.35 and an economy rate of 7. The mystery spinner will look to weave his magic once again on Saturday.

Today's Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win the match

Scenario 1

If Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowl first:

• PP: 50-60
• KKR Total: 170-180
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win

Scenario 2

If Kolkata Knight Riders bowl first:

• PP: 60-70
• RCB Total: 180-190
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.