The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has already kicked off with thrilling matches, and the upcoming clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 6 is set to be another exciting contest. Both teams are eager to bounce back after facing defeats in their opening games. This match at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati promises high-octane action, with key players looking to make a strong impact.
RR vs KKR: Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL 2025, Match 6
- Date: March 26, 2025
- Time: 07:30 PM (Local) / 02:00 PM (GMT)
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
RR vs KKR Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry between RR and KKR has always been intense. Both teams have won 14 matches each, making it an evenly balanced contest. Notably, two of these encounters ended in a Super Over, with RR emerging victorious both times. In the last IPL season, their match in Guwahati was washed out, but earlier, RR chased a massive target of 224 against KKR at Eden Gardens, thanks to Jos Buttler’s incredible century.
RR vs KKR: Team News & Key Players
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Injury Update: Skipper Sanju Samson, recovering from finger surgery, will continue as an Impact Player. Riyan Parag will lead the team.
- Key Players to Watch:
- Sanju Samson: Despite his injury, he remains a key batter.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: A dynamic opener who can take on any bowling attack.
- Jofra Archer: The speedster needs to bounce back after a forgettable outing against SRH.
- Maheesh Theekshana: His spin bowling can trouble KKR’s middle order.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Injury Update: No major injury concerns; all players are available.
- Key Players to Watch:
- Sunil Narine: A match-winner with both bat and ball.
- Ajinkya Rahane: In sublime form and provides stability at the top.
- Andre Russell: A game-changer capable of turning the match with explosive hitting.
- Varun Chakaravarthy: His mystery spin could be crucial against RR’s batters.
RR vs KKR: Pitch & Weather Report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium is known for its slow pitch, offering some assistance to spinners. Change of pace from seamers will also be effective. With high humidity expected, dew might play a role in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier.
Tactical Analysis & Probable Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals (RR) Probable XI
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sanju Samson
- Riyan Parag (c)
- Nitish Rana
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Shubham Dubey
- Jofra Archer
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Tushar Deshpande
- Sandeep Sharma
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Probable XI
- Quinton de Kock (w)
- Sunil Narine
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi
- Rinku Singh
- Andre Russell
- Ramandeep Singh
- Harshit Rana
- Spencer Johnson/Anrich Nortje
- Varun Chakaravarthy
RR vs KKR: Match Prediction
Both teams have areas to improve. KKR‘s middle order collapsed against RCB, while RR’s bowling lacked consistency against SRH. However, Rajasthan Royals might have a slight edge playing in Guwahati, where their bowling attack could prove more effective.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to Win
The RR vs KKR encounter promises an exciting battle with key players in action. Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage of IPL 2025!
