RCB vs RR 42 Match Prediction for IPL 2025 Today

RCB vs RR Match Prediction 42nd Match of IPL 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals, RCB are in strong form and are one of the most balanced squads in IPL 2025, whereas RR is struggling to win matches. Both the teams are set to play on Thursday, 24th April, 2025, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Both the teams will aim to win in this exciting matchup. Let’s take a look at RCB vs RR Match 42 Prediction. 

Where are RCB and RR in the Points table?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are currently placed at the third spot, having played 8 matches they have won 5 and lost 3 and have 10 points to their name. On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals are on the eight spot in the points table, having played 8 matches, they have won 2 and lost 6 and have 4 points to their name. 

Challenges for RCB vs RR

RCB has one of the best balanced lineups in IPL 2025, however if that balance is shaken apart,it will result in performance issues for the team and their rest of the IPL 2025 campaign. 

With RR’s Captain Sanju Samson injured and sidelined for the match, they will be missing a leader for this match. Apart from this, their team has been lacking strong bowling performances since the start of IPL 2025. 

RCB vs RR Match 42 Details

Match Number: 42

Fixture: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals

Date & Time: Thursday, 24th April, 2025. 7:30 PM IST

Stadium: M Chinnaswamy Stadium

RCB vs RR Pitch Report:

The Chinnaswamy Stadium is widely recognized for its favorable conditions for batters, making it an exciting venue for high-scoring games. The small boundaries and consistent bounce offer ample opportunities for batsmen to play aggressive shots. While the ground typically supports run-heavy contests, pacers may find some assistance early in the match, particularly with the new ball. This combination of fast outfield, small dimensions, and early swing offers an ideal setting for explosive batting performances, making it one of the most thrilling and dynamic stadiums in the IPL, known for setting the stage for exhilarating cricket.

Possible Top Performers RCB vs RR

Top Performers From RCB

Virat Kohli – Has been consistently batting strongly, and has amassed 322 runs in 8 innings played.

Rajat Patidar – He has been a dynamic leader for the team on the pitch, whenever his team needs him on the pitch he has provided support with his bat. 

Josh Hazlewood – Has been a significant performer with the ball for RCB this season, has dismissed 12 wickets in his 8 innings with more to come. 

Top Performers from RR

Yashasvi Jaiswal – His Last match stride against LSG although lost the match for RR, but has brought back the striking momentum for Jaiswal, and he will be a strong batter from RR to look out for. 

Wanindu Hasaranga – Has been a decent bowler for RR with 9 wickets in his 6 innings played he will be the bowler to look out for against RCB. 

Vaibhav Suryavanshi – The 14-year old teen batter who made a sensational IPL debut, will be going against the might RCB, and he will be the one to look out. 

Predicted playing XI for RCB vs RR

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikal, Rajat Patidar, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood

Impact Player: Yash Dayal, Rasikh Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Swapnil Singh, Jacob Bethell

Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana

Impact Player: Sandeep Sharma, Kumar Kartikeya, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Kunal Singh Rathore, FazalHaq Farooqi

RCB vs RR Match 42 Toss Prediction

RCB: If RCB wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first

RR: If RR wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first 

Possible Scenarios for RCB vs RR 

Scenario 1: If RCB wins the toss and opts to bowl first

RR might score between 150-185

RCB can win by 4 wickets

Scenario 2: If RR wins the toss and opts to bowl first

RCB might score between 185-205 

RR can win by 9 wickets

Or RCB can win by 50-65 runs

RCB vs RR Win Probabilities

RCB’s chances of winning – 60% 

RR’s chances of winning – 40% 

**Disclaimer: The cricket Match predictions are based on our analysis, and they do not promise fixed results. All the information is published in good faith and for general information purposes only**

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