Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to host Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday, May 17, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. This marks the league’s return after a break caused by geopolitical tensions.
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With 16 points from 11 games, RCB have a strong grip on their playoff spot. A win here will take them to 18 and secure their place in the top four. For KKR, things are far more tense. They sit on 11 points from 12 matches, and only a win can keep their faint hopes alive.
But the bigger question ahead of the game is-- will the weather allow the match to happen? The Sporting News tells you what to expect from the skies in Bengaluru on the evening of May 17.
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Will it rain in Bengaluru? Latest weather forecast for RCB vs KKR
Friday, May 17, 2025
According to AccuWeather, the chances of rain remain high for the evening when the match is scheduled to be played. Thunderstorms have been forecast across the afternoon and evening, raising the possibility of delays or even a complete washout.
Let’s take a closer look at the hourly forecast leading into and during the match:
6 PM – 27°C, 51% chance of rain
7 PM – 27°C, 71% chance of rain
8 PM – 26°C, 69% chance of rain
9 PM – 25°C, 49% chance of rain
10 PM – 25°C, 34% chance of rain
11 PM – 24°C, 34% chance of rain
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Weather forecast in Bengaluru: What happens if RCB vs KKR is stopped by rain?
If rain causes the match to be abandoned without a ball being bowled, both sides will share a point. That would still keep RCB in a good position with 17 points, though they will need to win one of their last two matches to ensure qualification.
However, for KKR, a washout would be the final blow. Currently sixth on the table, a no-result would mean they cannot reach the top four even if they win their last game.
How to watch the RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 match?
You can catch the game live on Star Sports Network on TV. It’s also available to stream on JioHotstar via the app or website.
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RCB vs KKR: Betting odds
According to Dafabet, the home side, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are expected to win and seal their qualification for the playoffs.