Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB) aims to return to winning ways when dealing with each other in the 28th match of IPL 2025. The RR vs RCB match is scheduled to take place on Sunday (April 13th) at Sawamanshin Stadium in Jaipur.
RR won two of his first five games, while RCB won three of his opening five games this season. With all IPLs set to enter the business phase soon, both teams will be keen to win the upcoming games and gain momentum for victory.
Both teams are coming to this game behind the scenes of defeat. RR suffered 58 heavy losses at the hands of the Gujarat Titans, but RCB lost to the Delhi Capitals with six wickets. As both teams are aiming to win in upcoming games, here is the full RR vs RCB match preview.
RR vs RCB Match Preview – IPL 2025, Match 28:
RR vs RCB, Date and Venue:
The upcoming RR vs RCB matches will take place on Sunday (April 13th) at Sawaman Singh Stadium in Jaipur. The match will be played from 3:30pm.
squad:
Rajasthan Royals:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (w/c), Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jure, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekhana, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Sandeep Shaby, Shubimakhham, Kunal Singh Rathore, Akash Madhwal, Ahok Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, Kwena Maphaka, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Royal Challenger Bengaluru:
Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdot Paddakal, Rajat Patidar (C), Liam Livingston, Zitesh Sharma (W), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhubnezwal Kumar, Josh Hezlwood, Yash Deir, Sushyash Shamama, Rashik Dar Salam Singhh Behayed Behayed Behayed Shepherd, Lunginggidi, Nuwan Tshura, Mohit Rashi, Swastic Chikara, Abinandan Singh
RR vs RCB Key Battle:
Phil Salt vs Jofra Archer:
The fight between England teammates Phil Salt and Jofra Archer could set the tone for the remaining innings. Salt has been a lot of touch on in tournaments so far, giving RCB a quick fire start in most matches.
In previous games with DC, the RCB opener defeated 37 and ran just 17 balls with four fours and three six help.
Meanwhile, Archer has regained his rhythm and saw his best in recent games. In his final match against GT, he also fantasized that Schubman Gill could cast in beauty and dismiss the salt.
Sanju Samson vs Josh Hazlewood:
As RR considers returning to winning ways, responsibility will deliver to their skipper Sanju Samson along with the bat. The right-handed batsman scored 41 runs in his final game against GT. He is about to play a knock that won a match in upcoming matches.
The RCB hopes that Samson won’t get off to the start and that Josh Hazlewood will dismiss RR captain cheaply. Hazlewood also aimed to bounce back after an unforgettable outing against DC.
Raajat Patdar vs Maheesh Theekshana:
Rajat Patidar is trying to lead his team from the frontline as it is a key victory for the RCB to return to victory. Patiders need to play an important role as they hope that Jaipur’s pitch will further support the spinner. The RCB captain is known for his offensive batting against spins and tries to make an impact. He scored 25 runs in his final game.
Meanwhile, Maheesh Theekshana tries to misuse the conditions. The Sri Lankan spinner had a great outing, winning two wickets in his final game against GT.
RR vs RCB key players:
RR-Sanjuu Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer and Jofra Archer will become key players in RR.
RCB- Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood will become key players in the RCB.
RR vs RCB Weather Report:
There are no forecasts for rain in Jaipur on the day of the match. The temperature is set to hover to about 38 degrees Celsius in most matches.
Conclusion:
As both RR and RCB aim to return to winning ways, we promise that the upcoming game will be a thrilling contest.