RCB vs KKR: The first match of IPL 2025 is to be played today between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens ground.
IPL 2025 is going to start with the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match. Fans are eagerly waiting for the start of this tournament. But the rain is also ready to spoil the excitement of the fans. Actually, this match of KKR vs RCB is to be played at Eden Gardens ground in Kolkata, where at this time an orange alert is in force due to rain.
According to the Accuweather report, there is a 90 percent chance of rain in Kolkata today, so it seems very difficult for the match to take place. In such a situation, a question arises in the minds of the fans whether there is any reserve day for the opening match of the tournament? What will happen if the match is washed out due to rain? So let us answer all these questions.
KKR vs RCB: What will happen if the match is cancelled due to rain?
Let us tell you that, like the IPL playoffs and finals, there is no rule of reserve day for group stage matches including the opening matches of the tournament. If the KKR vs RCB match is canceled due to rain, then one point each will be distributed between the two teams. However, the match officials can extend the game by 60 minutes from the scheduled end time.
What is the cut off time for the result of 5 overs
For the match to be declared as a result, the officials will try to have a match of at least 5 overs. The cut-off time for a 5-5 over match is 10:56 PM IST, while the game must end by 12:06 AM IST (next day). Both defending champions KKR and RCB will take the field with new captains this time. Kolkata has handed over the captaincy of the team to experienced Ajinkya Rahane this season, while Bangalore will be led by Rajat Patidar.
