Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 6 of IPL 2025 on Wednesday, March 26, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Both teams are looking to bounce back after losses in their opening games. RR was defeated by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), while KKR lost to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Here’s a detailed prediction and analysis for today’s match.
Match Overview:
Rajasthan Royals (RR) had a tough loss in their opening match against SRH. Despite a strong batting performance from Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel, RR couldn’t chase down the huge target of 287 runs. On the other hand, KKR’s batting faltered in their first match against RCB, posting only 174/8, which RCB chased down easily. Both teams will need to improve their overall performances for a chance to win this match.
Match Details:
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Match 6, IPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast & Streaming | Sports18/Star Sports Network |
Barsapara Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch is balanced, with a slight advantage for the batters early on. The average first-innings score here is around 180, with a record chase of 145/5. Teams may prefer to bowl first, as the chasing side has historically had better success here.
Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 29 |
|---|---|
| Won by Rajasthan Royals | 14 (including 2 wins in Super Over) |
| Won by Kolkata Knight Riders | 14 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
| First-ever Fixture | May 1, 2008 |
| Most Recent Fixture | May 19, 2024 (washed out) |
Predicted Playing XIs:
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
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Yashasvi Jaiswal
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Sanju Samson (C & WK)
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Riyan Parag
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Nitish Rana
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Dhruv Jurel (WK)
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Shimron Hetmyer
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Shubham Dubey
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Jofra Archer
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Maheesh Theekshana
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Tushar Deshpande
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Fazalhaq Farooqi
Impact Player: Sandeep Sharma
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
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Sunil Narine
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Quinton De Kock (WK)
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Ajinkya Rahane (C)
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Venkatesh Iyer
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Angkrish Raghuvanshi
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Rinku Singh
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Andre Russell
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Ramandeep Singh
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Harshit Rana
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Spencer Johnson
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Varun Chakravarthy
Impact Player: Andre Russell
Key Players to Watch:
Sanju Samson (RR):
Sanju Samson had a strong performance in RR’s first match, scoring 66 runs off 37 balls. His explosive batting and leadership will be crucial for RR in this match. Samson has historically performed well early in the season and can be a game-changer for the Royals.
Sunil Narine (KKR):
Sunil Narine continues to be one of the most impactful bowlers in the IPL. Despite KKR’s loss in their opener, Narine’s ability to control the game in the middle overs with his mystery spin could play a pivotal role in this match. He’ll be key to KKR’s bowling attack.
Today’s Match Prediction:
The team bowling first is likely to win the match based on the pitch conditions and historical trends at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
Match Prediction Scenarios:
Scenario 1 (Rajasthan Royals win the toss and bowl):
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Powerplay Score: 45-55
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KKR Score: 190-200
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Result: Rajasthan Royals Win
Scenario 2 (Kolkata Knight Riders win the toss and bowl):
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Powerplay Score: 50-60
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RR Score: 200-210
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Result: Kolkata Knight Riders Win
Disclaimer:
The prediction is based on analysis, insights, and instinct. Please consider the factors mentioned and make your own informed decision when placing bets.
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