KKR vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Scorecard: IPL 2025
For cricket fans, few rivalries in the Indian Premier League carry the weight of Kolkata Knight Riders versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 2025 season opener at Eden Gardens added another chapter—RCB chasing down 174 in just 16.2 overs to win by 7 wickets.
KKR score (2025 Match 1): 174/8 (20 overs) ·
RCB score (2025 Match 1): 176/3 (16.2 overs) ·
Result: RCB won by 7 wickets
Quick snapshot
- RCB beat KKR by 7 wickets at Eden Gardens (NDTV Sports)
- KKR scored 174/8 in 20 overs (myKhel)
- RCB chased 176/3 in 16.2 overs (Times of India)
- Reason for Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s absence
- Status of RCB ban rumors
- Result of the upcoming 57th match in IPL 2026
- March 22, 2025 – IPL 2025 Match 1: RCB win (NDTV Sports)
- April 21, 2024 – KKR beat RCB by 1 run (Times of India)
- May 13, 2026 – 57th match scheduled at Raipur (NDTV Sports)
- IPL 2026 57th match: RCB vs KKR in Raipur
- Head-to-head will likely shift with each meeting
- Injury reports on key players expected before next clash
Below is a head-to-head comparison of key match metrics across recent meetings.
| Metric | KKR | RCB |
|---|---|---|
| Wins (all-time) | 20 | 16 |
| Average runs scored | 160.2 | 151.8 |
| Highest score vs opponent | 222/6 (IPL 2024) | 263/5 (IPL 2013) |
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Match | KKR vs RCB, Match 1 IPL 2025 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Result | Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 7 wickets |
| KKR score | 174/8 (20 overs) |
| RCB score | 176/3 (16.2 overs) |
| Player of the Match | Virat Kohli (59* off 36) (NDTV Sports) |
| Head-to-head (pre-2025) | KKR 20 wins, RCB 15 wins (35 matches) (myKhel) |
| Head-to-head (post-2025) | KKR 20, RCB 16 (36 matches) (myKhel) |
| KKR highest vs RCB | 222/6 in IPL 2024 (Big Bash Board) |
| Average runs (RCB vs KKR) | RCB 151.8, KKR 160.2 (Big Bash Board) |
Who is better, RCB or KKR?
What is the head-to-head record?
- After 36 IPL matches, KKR leads 20–16 (myKhel).
- KKR has won 20, RCB 16, with one match tied? Actually no ties. KKR’s 2024 1-run win and 2025 RCB’s 7-wicket win are recent examples.
- Average scores: KKR 160.2, RCB 151.8 (Big Bash Board).
The implication: KKR has historically had the edge, but RCB’s 2025 victory closed the gap modestly. The head-to-head remains competitive with both sides capable of dominant performances.
Is Virat Kohli a RCB or PBKS?
Virat Kohli has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru since IPL’s inception in 2008 and has never switched teams. In the 2025 opener, he scored 59* off 36 balls for RCB (NDTV Sports). Rumors of a move to Punjab Kings are unfounded.
Who is IPL Baap?
The slang “IPL Baap” is used by fans to refer to the team that dominates the rivalry. Given KKR’s 20–16 lead, some supporters call KKR the “Baap.” The term is informal; no official title exists. The head-to-head data shows KKR holds the edge (myKhel).
KKR’s historical head-to-head advantage comes from consistent bowling attacks, while RCB’s batting depth makes them dangerous chasers. The 2025 result suggests RCB is narrowing the gap.
The pattern: recent matches have been decided by fine margins, making each future encounter unpredictable.
Why is Bhuvneshwar Kumar not playing for RCB vs KKR in IPL 2025?
What injury or reason caused his absence?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar did not feature in the IPL 2025 opener between KKR and RCB. According to the match reports from NDTV Sports, he was not part of the playing XI. The official reason for his absence has not been disclosed—it could be due to injury, workload management, or tactical selection.
The pattern: When key bowlers are rested early in a long tournament, teams often protect them for later matches. Without an official statement, the exact cause remains unclear.
Bhuvneshwar’s availability for future matches will depend on fitness reports. IPL franchises rarely give detailed injury timelines, so fans should follow official team updates.
The implication: his absence could be a precautionary measure rather than a serious injury.
Which team is 49 all out?
Who scored 175 runs in IPL?
The highest individual score in IPL history is 175* by Chris Gayle (Royal Challengers Bangalore) against Pune Warriors India in 2013. This record remains unbroken.
Who scored 100 in 35 balls?
The fastest IPL century in terms of balls faced is 30 balls (not 35). However, a well-known fast hundred is by Yusuf Pathan (37 balls in 2010) and others. The claim “100 in 35 balls” is not a standard record; the actual fastest is 30 balls by Chris Gayle. We treat this as a fan question without a precise source.
Who scored 100 in 27 balls?
The fastest T20 century overall is 27 balls (implemented by Chris Gayle for RCB in IPL 2013). That innings of 175* included a century in about 30 balls—the 27-ball claim refers to a different league (T10). In IPL, the fastest is 30 balls.
The implication: RCB holds both the highest individual score (175*) and the fastest IPL century (30 balls). KKR, meanwhile, bowled RCB out for 49 in 2017—an infamous low point. The rivalry is filled with extreme performances on both sides.
Who is No. 1 Chase Master?
Who is IPL Baap?
“Chase Master” is a nickname given to teams that excel at chasing targets. In the KKR vs RCB context, RCB has a reputation for dramatic chases—most recently the 7-wicket win in 2025. The “IPL Baap” moniker, as discussed, leans toward KKR historically. The two titles reflect different strengths: RCB’s batting depth vs KKR’s all-round consistency.
Why this matters: The “Chase Master” title is informal but often attributed to RCB because of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers’ past heroics. With Kohli still at the crease, RCB remains a formidable chasing side.
Is RCB banned from IPL 2026?
Is RCB banned for 3 years?
No official announcement from the BCCI has confirmed any ban on Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The team participated fully in IPL 2025 and, according to MyVI, won the 2025 title—contradicting any ban rumors. The speculation appears to stem from unverified social media posts.
The catch: Without a direct BCCI statement, the ban claim remains unsubstantiated. RCB is listed in the IPL 2026 schedule, including the 57th match against KKR on May 13, 2026, at Raipur (myKhel).
RCB is not banned. Fans should ignore alarmist posts. The team continues to play and compete for titles.
The pattern: ban rumors often surface before major tournaments, but BCCI has not acted on them.
Timeline of key KKR vs RCB matches
- March 22, 2025 (IPL 2025 Match 1): RCB win by 7 wickets at Eden Gardens (NDTV Sports)
- April 21, 2024 (IPL 2024, Match 36): KKR win by 1 run (KKR 222/6, RCB 221 all out) (Times of India)
- 2024 season overall: KKR won IPL 2024 title, their 3rd trophy (MyVI)
- May 13, 2026 (IPL 2026, Match 57): scheduled at Raipur – result unknown
The pattern: Recent matches have been tightly contested, with margins under 8 wickets and 1 run. The 2026 encounter will likely be another thriller.
What’s confirmed vs unclear
Confirmed facts
- RCB won by 7 wickets in 2025 Match 1 (NDTV Sports)
- KKR scored 174/8; RCB 176/3 (NDTV Sports)
- Virat Kohli scored 59* off 36 (NDTV Sports)
- KKR leads head-to-head 20–16 (myKhel)
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar did not play in the 2025 match (inferred from lineups)
- RCB not banned – scheduled for IPL 2026
What’s unclear
- Reason for Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s absence
- Official BCCI stance on alleged ban (no statement issued)
- Result of IPL 2026 57th match
- Whether the 49 all-out record (RCB vs KKR 2017) will affect future matchups
The catch: while the confirmed facts are solid, the unclear items still fuel fan speculation.
Summary
For RCB fans, the 2025 opener was a statement: chasing 174 with seven wickets in hand shows the team’s batting depth. For KKR supporters, the narrow head-to-head lead (20–16) offers comfort, but the 2025 loss reveals areas to improve in bowling. The upcoming 57th match in IPL 2026 will test both sides again. The Indian cricket fan should follow the rivalry closely, because each match rewrites the narrative.
Related reading: Cricket Australia Live Scores: Today’s Matches & How to Follow
For a detailed breakdown of the match, check out the IPL 2025 opener scorecard from Australian Watch.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the 2025 IPL match between RCB and KKR?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 7 wickets at Eden Gardens (NDTV Sports).
What was the score of Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2025 opener?
KKR scored 174/8 in their 20 overs (NDTV Sports).
What was the score of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2025 opener?
RCB scored 176/3 in 16.2 overs (NDTV Sports).
Where was the 2025 KKR vs RCB match played?
The match was played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata (NDTV Sports).
How many wickets did RCB lose in the 2025 win?
RCB lost 3 wickets (176/3) (NDTV Sports).
What is the overall head-to-head record between KKR and RCB?
After 36 matches, KKR has 20 wins and RCB 16 (myKhel).
Is Virat Kohli playing for RCB or PBKS?
Virat Kohli has only ever played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (since 2008). He scored 59* for RCB in the 2025 match (NDTV Sports).
Is RCB banned from IPL 2026?
No. BCCI has not issued any ban. RCB is scheduled to play the 57th match of IPL 2026 against KKR (myKhel).
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