RCB vs RR 42nd Match Toss Update, Playing 11, & Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s RCB vs RR IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals 42nd Match of IPL 2025 Played at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. IPL’s marketing team has given this stretch of matches a dramatic twist by dubbing it ‘Revenge Week’ — and Rajasthan Royals have a score to settle. They’re gearing up to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru, hoping to return the favor after a loss at home earlier this season. But let’s be honest — RR aren’t exactly riding a wave of momentum. Their recent form has been tough to watch, with heartbreaking losses in back-to-back games against Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants. 

In both matches, RR found themselves in winning positions only to let it slip right at the death. Against DC, they needed just 9 runs off the final over but couldn’t finish the job, eventually losing in the Super Over. Then, against LSG, they fell short by 3 runs when chasing a modest total. The common theme? Games they probably should have won but didn’t. With the playoff race heating up, RR are now in must-win territory — every game from here on out is crucial. 

On the other hand, RCB have been flying high under Rajat Patidar’s leadership. They’ve racked up five wins, and what’s more impressive is the caliber of teams they’ve beaten — CSK, MI, KKR, PBKS and yes, RR. But there’s an interesting trend emerging with this RCB side: all those victories have come away from home. When it comes to the Chinnaswamy, they’ve yet to taste victory this season, losing all three matches there. That gives this upcoming clash a bit of an edge. RCB are desperate to snap their home hoodoo, while RR are fighting for survival. Both teams have plenty on the line, and with revenge in the air, expect this one to be fiery.

RCB vs RR Toss Update 

Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bowl first. 

RCB vs RR Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for RCB and RR:   

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal  

Impact Subs: Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Romario Shepherd

Rajasthan Royals Royal (RR): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma

Impact Subs: Kunal Singh Rathore, Shubham Dubey, Akash Madhwal, Kumar Kartikeya, Kwena Maphaka

RCB vs RR Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold: 

Match Prediction: One of the biggest talking points this IPL season has been RCB’s pursuit of that elusive first title — and so far, they’ve looked every bit like serious contenders. What’s been particularly impressive is their perfect record on the road. Five games, five wins — and not just anywhere. They’ve conquered the likes of Chepauk, Eden Gardens, Wankhede, SMS Stadium and Mullanpur. That’s no small feat. 

But here’s the twist — both of their losses have come at home, at the usually buzzing Chinnaswamy Stadium. It’s a stat that has RCB fans feeling a little uneasy ahead of their next fixture against Rajasthan Royals, which just so happens to be at home. That said, if there’s ever a time for them to flip the script at Chinnaswamy, it’s now. This could be the game where RCB finally shake off their home hoodoo and notch up their first win in Bengaluru this season.