RCB vs RR Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025 Match-42, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams
Published on: Apr 23, 2025 11:58 pm IST|Updated on: Apr 23, 2025 12:54 pm IST
In a quest to redeem themselves at home, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on the Rajasthan Royals in match 42 of Tata IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This would be the second time these two sides go on a collision course in Tata IPL 2025.
The visitors Rajasthan Royals, have bumped into the do-or-die scenario. Having lost 6 of their 8 games so far, RR can’t afford to lose any games from now on. They have 6 matches left in their kitty, and winning all of them will take them to 8 wins, which is required to make it to the playoffs. However, with regular skipper Sanju Samson set to miss this fixture, it won’t be an easy task for RR to tame RCB at home, irrespective of their awful record at home this season.
Meanwhile, winning at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium has become a jigsaw puzzle for the hosts, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. So far, the team has lost 3 and won 5 of their 8 games. Placed third on the points table, the Rajat Patidar-led side is yet to win a game at home and hasn’t lost away from home. However, with RR crumbling game after game, RCB should fancy their chances of winning their first game at home.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the RCB vs RR Dream11 Prediction.
RCB vs RR: Match Details
Date: 24th April 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
RCB vs RR Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 33
RCB won: 16
RR won: 14
No Result: 3
Tied: 0
The Royal Challengers lead the ‘Royal’ battle with 16 wins from 33 games, whereas the Rajasthan Royals have won 14 games. Three matches between these two sides have ended in a no result. However, if we talk about the last three meetings between these two sides, RR leads the way with 2 wins, whereas RCB has won one.
RCB vs RR, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, Pitch Report
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has always been known as a paradise for batters, but IPL 2025 has seen the pitch play a little differently. While teams batting first are still managing decent scores around 170-180, the surface has offered more grip, making life tricky for the stroke-makers. As the ball gets older, finding boundaries has become tougher, meaning batters need to focus on rotating the strike and building partnerships in the middle overs. Dew is likely to play a major role in the second innings, making it easier for chasing teams as the ball comes on to the bat better under the lights.
Here’s a table showcasing some key IPL stats at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru:
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total IPL Matches Played | 97 |
| Wins Batting First | 41 |
| Wins Chasing | 52 |
| Highest Team Total | 287/3 (SRH vs RCB, 2024) |
| Lowest Team Total | 82/10 (RCB vs KKR, 2008) |
| Highest Successful Run Chase | 213/9 (LSG vs RCB, 2024) |
| Most Runs at Venue | Virat Kohli – 3,040 runs |
| Highest Individual Score | Chris Gayle – 175* (RCB vs PWI, 2013) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Samuel Badree – 4/6 (RCB vs MI, 2017) |
| Most Wickets at Venue | Yuzvendra Chahal – 52 wickets |
RCB vs RR Team News and Expected Playing XI
RCB Team News
- The batting lineup should be the same as it was in the last game.
- However, in the bowling unit, we might see the return of Rasikh Dar Salam, replacing Yash Dayal, who has been quite ineffective in the last few games.
RCB Expected Playing XI: Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Paddikal, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romarios Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal/Rasikh Dar Salam
IMPACT PLAYERS: Suyash Sharma
RR Team News
- Sanju Samson remains unavailable due to a side strain, meaning Vaibhav Suryavanshi will step up as the opener.
- Riyan Parag’s batting position is uncertain, with the RR management yet to decide whether he’ll play at No. 3 or No. 4.
- Tushar Deshpande has struggled, and RR might consider replacing him with Akash Madhwal for better bowling stability.
MI Expected Playing XI: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (C), Nitish Rana, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Akash Madhwal/Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana
IMPACT PLAYERS: Sandeep Sharma
Who Will Win RCB vs RR IPL 2025 Match No. 42?
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the hosts, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
Where to Watch RCB vs RR IPL 2025 Match no. 42?
The all-important clash between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals will take place on Thursday, April 24, at 07:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV streaming will take place on Star Sports Network.
RCB vs RR Dream11 Fantasy Team
Wicket-keepers: Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma
Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Jofra Archer
C/VC Options- Krunal Pandya, Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Philip Salt
