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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) outplayed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on their home soil in the season opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Read out who said what? Click here- IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 1 - Who Said What?

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Krunal Pandya delivered a match-winning performance to claim the Player of the Match award. His all-round contribution played a key role in his team’s victory, showcasing his skills under pressure. A well-deserved recognition for a stellar performance!

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With this win, RCB has reignited the rivalry and will look to tilt the balance in their favor moving forward!

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made light work of Kolkata Knight Riders’ total, chasing 175 runs in just 16.2 overs to secure a resounding 7-wicket win. A clinical batting display saw them crush KKR in their own backyard, underlining their dominance.

Match Summary:

• KKR – 174/8 (20)

• RCB – 177/3 (16.2)

• RCB wins by 7 wickets with 22 balls to spare!

A statement victory for Bengaluru, showcasing their power-packed batting and supreme control in the chase!

Liam Livingstone seals the victory in style! He shuffles across and drills a powerful four past mid-on, securing a commanding win for Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. RCB chased down the target effortlessly, handing KKR a crushing defeat on their home turf.

Final Score:

• KKR – 174/8 (20)

• RCB – 177/3 (16.2)

• RCB wins by 7 wickets with 22 balls to spare!

A clinical performance by Bengaluru – dominant with the bat, ruthless in the chase!

Liam Livingstone wastes no time! He smashes a huge six off Spencer Johnson, bringing RCB within touching distance of victory. Moving across the crease, he gets under a short ball and top-edges it over the RCB dugout. Just 2 runs needed for Bengaluru to seal the win!

Current Score:

• KKR – 174/8 (20)

• RCB – 173/3 (16.1)

• Only 2 runs required for victory!

RCB is just one shot away – can Livingstone wrap it up in style?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are just 8 runs away from sealing a comfortable win over Kolkata Knight Riders, with 24 balls in hand. Despite Rajat Patidar’s dismissal after a solid 34 off 16 balls, Liam Livingstone has started aggressively with a boundary, while Virat Kohli remains steady at 59 off 36 balls.

Current Score:

• KKR – 174/8 (20)

• RCB – 167/3 (16)

• Required Run Rate: 2.00

With RCB cruising, it's only a matter of time before they cross the finish line. Can KKR pull off a last-minute twist?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are in complete control of the chase, requiring just 13 runs off 27 balls to seal the win against Kolkata Knight Riders. With a strong run rate of 10.45, RCB has dominated the chase so far.

Current Score:

• KKR – 174/8 (20)

• RCB – 162/3 (15.3)

• Required Run Rate: 2.89

It’s just a matter of time before RCB completes the job. Can KKR pull off a miracle, or will RCB cruise to an easy win?

Rajat Patidar’s entertaining innings comes to an end as he finds Rinku Singh at deep mid-wicket. He looked in sublime touch, smashing 34 off 16 balls, including five boundaries and a six. Just before his dismissal, he picked up another four with a well-placed shot over deep backward square leg.

Current Score After 15.3 Overs:

• RCB – 162/3

• Virat Kohli – 59(36)*

Can Kohli now anchor RCB to a big finish?

Rajat Patidar takes charge in style, smashing four boundaries in the over against Harshit Rana. His elegant wristwork and aggressive intent are pushing RCB towards a commanding total. Despite a few fielding lapses, Patidar ensures the runs keep flowing, punishing the bowlers with well-placed strokes.

Current Score After 15 Overs:

• RCB – 157/2

• Virat Kohli – 58(35)*

• Rajat Patidar – 30(14)*

With five overs left, how big can RCB go?