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The highly anticipated Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals prediction for Match 42 of the IPL 2025 is set to unfold on April 24 at the electric M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB, currently in third place with 10 points from eight matches, come into this fixture with momentum on their side, having dominated Rajasthan in their previous clash this season. On the other hand, RR is under pressure after a string of losses and will be desperate to bounce back. The absence of Sanju Samson adds to their woes, while RCB continues to fire across departments. This encounter promises thrilling cricket action as both teams aim to solidify their playoff hopes. Let’s dive into the detailed match prediction, including fantasy tips, squads, probable XIs, pitch report, and more.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals Match Details

Match	RCB vs RR, 42nd Match, IPL 2025
Date	Thursday, April 24, 2025
Time	7:30 PM IST
Venue	M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Broadcaster	JioCinema, Star Sports Network

Team Previews

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Preview (RCB)

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been on a commendable run in IPL 2025, currently positioned third on the points table with 10 points from eight matches. With three victories in their last five games, they are gradually finding rhythm and consistency, a trait that has historically eluded them in past seasons. Their latest win over the Punjab Kings was a testament to their form, where both batting and bowling clicked in unison.

Form Overview & Momentum

RCB is coming into this match with great confidence after a comprehensive 7-wicket win over PBKS. The team seems to have found the right combination, and their top-order is firing at the right time. Their earlier win against Rajasthan Royals this season also gives them a psychological edge. In that encounter, RCB comfortably chased down a target of 174 with 9 wickets in hand and 17 balls to spare, thanks to a blistering partnership between Phil Salt and Virat Kohli.

Batting Powerhouse: Kohli, Salt & Padikkal

RCB’s success in IPL 2025 has been largely attributed to their consistent top order. Virat Kohli, the heartbeat of the team, leads the run charts for RCB with 322 runs at an imposing average of 64, including four fifties. His composure and experience have provided a perfect anchor to the aggressive batting of others around him.

Opening alongside Kohli is Phil Salt, who plays the aggressor’s role with flair. He has scored 213 runs at a thunderous strike rate of 178, the highest among the RCB top order. His 65 off 33 against Rajasthan Royals earlier this season earned him a Player of the Match award, highlighting his impact at the top.

At number three, Devdutt Padikkal has settled in beautifully. His recent 61 off 35 against Punjab Kings showcased his timing and ability to rotate strike, complementing both Kohli and Salt. His growing maturity is a major plus for the side.

Middle Order Stability & Finishing

RCB’s middle order is rich in experience and firepower. Rajat Patidar has scored 221 runs in seven innings at a brisk strike rate of 151 and will bat at number four. He has been able to provide solidity in the middle overs.

Further down, Tim David has played the finisher’s role superbly. With 142 runs at an eye-popping strike rate of 194.52 from five innings and being dismissed only once, he is arguably RCB’s most underrated asset this season. Jitesh Sharma adds depth with quick runs and excellent wicketkeeping, having already taken 9 catches.

The presence of Liam Livingstone gives RCB a genuine all-round option. Although he has only bowled sporadically, he has taken 2 wickets and can be a trump card if needed.

Bowling Arsenal

The bowling unit has shown significant improvement as the tournament has progressed. Josh Hazlewood leads the bowling attack and is the highest wicket-taker for RCB with 12 wickets in 8 games. His tight lines and ability to strike with the new ball make him a key figure.

Supporting him are Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Yash Dayal. Krunal has taken 10 wickets, often bowling during powerplays and middle overs. His economy of under 9 is commendable for his role. Meanwhile, Bhuvneshwar and Dayal have chipped in with 15 wickets combined, providing crucial breakthroughs.

Suyash Sharma, though used sparingly, delivered a game-changing spell against PBKS with 2/26 in four overs. He may be retained as a mystery spin option against RR’s left-handers.

Recent Match Summary (vs PBKS)

• Bowling First: Restricted PBKS to 157/6.
  • Krunal Pandya: 4-0-25-2
  • Suyash Sharma: 4-0-26-2
• Batting Chase: Achieved target in 18.5 overs.
  • Virat Kohli: 73* (54)
  • Devdutt Padikkal: 61 (35)

RCB’s X-Factors

• Kohli’s form and Salt’s aggression offer the best powerplay batting pair in the league.
• Hazlewood and Krunal’s control with the ball.
• Middle-order finishers like Tim David and Livingstone can tilt games in the final overs.

Key Strategy vs RR

RCB will look to attack RR’s shaky bowling lineup and pressurize their inexperienced middle order, especially in the absence of Sanju Samson. Fielding first has yielded success, and chasing at Chinnaswamy suits their strength.

Rajasthan Royals Preview (RR)

The Rajasthan Royals are enduring a tough phase in IPL 2025. With just 4 points in 8 games, RR find themselves languishing near the bottom of the points table. They have lost four consecutive matches, including a heart-breaking 2-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants. Their batting hasn’t consistently clicked and their bowling has leaked runs at critical moments.

Struggling With Consistency

Despite a bright start to the season, Rajasthan Royals’ campaign has derailed. The loss of Sanju Samson due to an abdominal injury has made things worse, as the side now lacks stability and experience in the middle order. Young Riyan Parag has taken over as captain and is yet to establish himself as a leader under pressure.

Opening Duo: Jaiswal & Suryavanshi

Yashasvi Jaiswal continues to be RR’s main man with the bat. He has amassed 307 runs at a strike rate of 140, including four half-centuries. His 74 in the last match showed his class, but he lacks support at the other end.

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a sensation in age-group cricket, made a promising debut with 34 off 20 balls. He brings freshness to the team, but expecting match-winning contributions from such a young player is ambitious.

Middle Order: Missed Opportunities

Nitish Rana has shown sparks of brilliance with a strike rate of 177, but has failed to play a big knock. Riyan Parag, now captaining the side, has scored 212 runs at 148.25 and is trying to lead by example. However, his inconsistency remains a concern.

Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, and Shubham Dubey round off the middle order. Jurel has 191 runs with a strike rate of 154, while Dubey’s cameo of 34 off 11 balls against SRH remains his standout performance. However, the lack of collective firepower in crunch situations has hurt RR’s run-chases.

Bowling Concerns

Rajasthan’s bowlers have been under the pump this season. Wanindu Hasaranga, though picking 9 wickets in 6 games, has an economy rate of 9.40—indicative of the pressure on him to deliver.

Jofra Archer, after a forgettable outing where he conceded 76 runs in 4 overs (a record for most expensive figures), has bounced back slightly with 8 wickets in 8 matches, but is still searching for rhythm.

Tushar Deshpande and Mahesh Theekshana have shared just 6 wickets in the last 4 games combined. The lack of penetration from this pair means Hasaranga and Archer carry the brunt of the attack.

Only 7 bowlers have been used by RR so far, pointing towards limited bench strength or reluctance to experiment. This strategy has backfired as most bowlers have become predictable and ineffective.

Match Recap (vs LSG)

• Bowling First: Gave away 180/6 in 20 overs.
  • Hasaranga: 4-0-31-2
  • Deshpande, Archer, Sandeep: 1 wicket each
• Batting Effort: Fell short by 2 runs.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal: 74 (52)
  • Riyan Parag: 39 (26)
  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 34 (20)

Key Issues

• Absence of Samson has disrupted the batting core.
• Inconsistent middle order.
• Bowlers leaking runs under pressure.
• Lack of finishing power at the death.

RR’s X-Factors

• Yashasvi Jaiswal’s purple patch is their biggest hope.
• Hasaranga’s experience with both bat and ball.
• Archer’s potential to strike early if in rhythm.

Strategy vs RCB

RR needs to take early wickets to dent RCB’s power-packed top order. Using Hasaranga inside the powerplay might be a good move against Salt and Kohli. With the bat, they need one of Jaiswal or Parag to bat deep into the innings to set or chase a competitive total.

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Betting Tips for RCB vs RR IPL 2025 Match

For those looking to place bets on the RCB vs RR clash, here are some key insights to consider. RCB enters this match as the stronger side, given their recent form and home advantage at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Their top order, led by Virat Kohli and Phil Salt, has been consistently delivering big runs, making them a safe bet for top batsman markets. Kohli, with four fifties this season, is a strong contender for Man of the Match. On the bowling front, Josh Hazlewood has been RCB’s standout performer with 12 wickets, making him a solid pick for top bowler.

Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, have struggled with inconsistency, especially in the absence of skipper Sanju Samson. Yashasvi Jaiswal remains their best batting hope, but RR’s middle order has been unreliable. Wanindu Hasaranga is their key bowler, but the lack of support from other bowlers makes betting on RR’s bowling risky. Considering RCB’s dominance in the previous encounter this season, a bet on RCB to win outright is the safest option. For higher odds, consider RCB to win by a margin of 20+ runs or with 10+ balls remaining if chasing.

In the player prop markets, backing Kohli or Salt for top RCB batsman and Jaiswal for RR’s highest scorer is a smart move. Hazlewood and Hasaranga are the best bowling picks. For live betting, watch for early wickets—if RCB loses Salt or Kohli cheaply, RR’s odds may improve momentarily, offering value. However, given RCB’s overall strength, betting against them would be unwise unless RR gets off to a flying start. Lastly, the Chinnaswamy pitch favors high scores, so betting on the match total to exceed 180+ runs is a good option.

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Today’s Dream11/Fantasy Prediction For Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals

Position	Player
Wicketkeeper	Philip Salt (VC)
Batsmen	Virat Kohli (C), Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rajat Patidar
All-rounders	Riyan Parag, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya
Bowlers	Josh Hazlewood, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer

Captain: Virat Kohli
Vice-Captain: Philip Salt

Fantasy Analysis:
Pick Kohli for consistency and Salt for explosive starts. Livingstone and Hazlewood provide all-round and pace value. Avoid Dhruv Jurel and Theekshana—neither have shown reliability in their roles recently.

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Favourite Team Today: RCB

RCB’s momentum, strong top order, and superior bowling unit make them the favourites against a Samson-less RR. Chinnaswamy’s batting-friendly surface further boosts RCB’s edge.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru T20 History

RCB have had mixed success in IPL history, with some strong playoff runs but still hunting for their first title.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
273	130	137	6	0

Rajasthan Royals T20 History

RR started strong with an IPL title in 2008 but have been inconsistent since.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
232	118	108	6	0

RCB vs RR Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played	RCB Wins	RR Wins	No Result
32	15	14	3

Head-to-Head Summary: RCB holds a slight edge historically, and they thrashed RR earlier this season.

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RCB vs RR Squad

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Liam Livingstone, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Mohit Rathee, Swastik Chikara, Abhinandan Singh

Rajasthan Royals Squad: Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Kumar Kartikeya, Akash Madhwal, Kunal Singh Rathore, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kwena Maphaka, Ashok Sharma

Probable Playing XIs

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

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

Pitch Report – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium

• Surface Type: Batting paradise
• Average First Innings Score: 190+
• Spinners get some grip, pacers need variations.
• Expect another high-scoring game with sixes flying.

Ground Records and Statistics – Statistical Overview – M Chinnaswamy Stadium

City	Bengaluru, Bangalore
Country	India
Matches Played	98
Matches Won Batting First	41 (41.84%)
Matches Won Batting Second	53 (54.08%)
Matches Won Winning Toss	53 (54.08%)
Matches Won Losing Toss	41 (41.84%)
Matches with No Result	4 (4.08%)
Highest Individual Innings	175*	C H Gayle (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)	23/04/2013 v Pune Warriors
Best Bowling	4/9	S Badree (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)	14/04/2017 v Mumbai Indians
Highest Team Innings	287/3 (Sunrisers Hyderabad)		15/04/2024 v Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Lowest Team Innings	82 (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)		18/04/2008 v Kolkata Knight Riders
Highest Run Chase Achieved	186/3 (Deccan Chargers)		08/04/2010 v Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Average Runs per Wicket	27.85
Average Runs per Over	8.79
Average Score Batting First	167.07

Weather Report

• Forecast: Clear skies
• Temperature: 27°C
• Humidity: 49%
• No rain interruptions expected.

Score Prediction

• If RCB Bats First: 188+
• If RR Bats First: 161+

Toss Prediction

• Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
• Decision: Opt to field first

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Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

FAQ – RCB vs RR 42nd IPL T20

Match Summary

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals prediction strongly favors RCB due to their red-hot batting lineup and the weakened RR squad missing their skipper. RCB is likely to dominate this clash at their home ground. Kohli and Salt remain the key players, while Hazlewood leads the bowling charge. RR’s inconsistencies and bowling woes may hurt their chances, even with Jaiswal firing at the top. Expect a run-fest at the Chinnaswamy with RCB likely to secure another two points.

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