The wait is over for cricket fans. Indian Premiere League is back and cricket fans worldwide are buzzing with excitement. The 1st IPL opening match is between two superb teams of IPL— Royal Challenge Banglore and Kolkata Knight Riders (RCB vs KKR). If you love fantasy cricket you are likely already planning your IPL Dream 11 Prediction for the 1st IPL match.
In this blog you will find out – from the IPL match schedule 2025 to the pitch report, weather forecast, and predicted playing XIs for both teams.
IPL Match Schedule 2025
The IPL 2025 schedule is out and the tournament starts full of excitement. The first match will be played on March 22, 2025 at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This stadium is known for its high scoring games and electric atmosphere which is perfect venue to start the season.
The complete details of the IPL 2025 in a nutshell:
- Start Date: March 22, 2025
- End Date: May 25, 2025
Teams Playing in the 1st IPL Match
Ist IPL Match Overview
The opening game of IPL 2025 will see RCB vs KKR. Both teams have rich history in the IPL and are known for their amazing batting line ups and strategic gameplay.
Venue and Pitch Report
Ist IPL Match of 2025 Venue= M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
- The pitch is flat.
- The boundaries are short.
- Ball tends to fly off the bat.
spinners can also come into play as the match progresses especially in the second innings. A score of 180-200 is considered par here so expect high scoring thriller.
Weather Forecast
- The weather forecast for March 22 in Bengaluru predicts clear skies with no chance of rain.
- The temperature will hover around 25-30°C is perfect for evening for cricket.
- Dew might play role in the second innings so teams winning the toss might prefer to chase.
KKR Predicted Playing XI
Batting 1st
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Shubman Gill
- Nitish Rana
- Rinku Singh
- Andre Russell
- Sunil Narine
- Sheldon Jackson (WK)
- Pat Cummins (C)
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Harshit Rana
- Mitchell Starc
Bowling 1st
KKR’s bowling attack looks lethal with the likes of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Varun Chakravarthy. Sunil Narine’s experience in the middle overs will be crucial.
Impact Player Options
- Anukul Roy (for an extra spin option)
- Vaibhav Arora (for an additional pace option)
RCB Predicted Playing XI
Batting 1st
- Faf du Plessis (C)
- Virat Kohli
- Rajat Patidar
- Glenn Maxwell
- Cameron Green
- Dinesh Karthik (WK)
- Mahipal Lomror
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Harshal Patel
- Mohammed Siraj
- Reece Topley
Bowling 1st
RCB’s bowling unit will rely heavily on Mohammed Siraj and Reece Topley in the powerplay while Wanindu Hasaranga will handle the middle overs.
Impact Player Options
- Suyash Prabhudessai (for an extra batting option)
- Karn Sharma (for an additional spin option)
Tips For Creating a Balanced Dream 11 Team
In IPL Dream 11 Prediction RCB vs KKR Dream11 fantasy team picks
Make your team on IPL Dream 11 Prediction mobile app—
| Wicketkeepers | Quinton de Kock, Phil Salt |
| Batters | Virat Kohli, Venkatesh Iyer, Rajat Patidar (c) |
| All Rounders | Sunil Narine (vc), Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya |
| Bowlers | Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Chakaravarthy |
When and Where to Watch IPL 2025 LIVE
Here is a simpler way to explain how to watch IPL 2025 live:
TV Channels
- You can watch IPL 2025 live on Star Sports Network.
- It offers high quality streaming in up to 4K resolution if your set top box supports it.
- The channels include Star Sports 1, 2, 3, and 4 but the exact number might vary depending on your cable provider.
Online Streaming
- IPL 2025 will stream exclusively on JioHotstar, platform combining JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.
- You’ll need a subscription to watch on JioHotstar. Jio offers free access if you choose recharge plans over ₹299.
The 1st IPL Match of 2025 between RCB and KKR is set to be thrilling encounter. For your IPL Dream 11 Prediction focus on picking balanced team with mix of reliable batsmen, wicket taking bowlers, and impactful all rounders. Keep an eye on the pitch report and weather forecast to make last minute adjustments. May the best team win.
Let the games begin.
