In the first match of IPL2025, RCB take on KKR at Kolkata. Both the teams have added new players to their squads.
Analysis
RCB
Explosive batting line up till number five with Kohli, Salt, David, Livingstone in the lead. Good allrounders in Shepherd , Krunal and Livingstone.Strong pace attack with Hazlewood, B Kumar and Ngidi. Average spin power with Krunal and Livingstone.
Players Likely To Shine- Kohli, Livingstone, David, Hazlewood, Suyash.
Overall a balanced side with some great batsmen.
KKR
The batting lineup is average with not many hard hitting players except QD Kock, Rinku and Rahane. Russel and Moen Ali are good allrounders. The pace department lead by S Johnson, Rana and Nortje is promising. Trio of spinners- Moen, Varun and Narine, can upset any team.
Players Likely to Shine- Rahane, QD Kock, Russel, Varun, Johnson.
Overall, the team can deliver well.
Players Likely to shine
Comparison
RCB is very strong in batting and pace attack but a little weaker in spin department. KKR batting is weak but pacers and spinners strong.
Overall RCB has an edge due to power hitters.
Likely Winner
RCB
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