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Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL 2025 – Match Preview, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Dream11 Prediction & More

A Crucial Mid-Season Clash as Rajasthan Royals Take On Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Jaipur

As the IPL 2025 season heats up, match number 28 brings us an exciting battle between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Both teams have had their share of highs and lows this season, and this encounter could very well shape their playoff aspirations moving forward.

With RCB proving to be one of the strongest traveling sides this season and RR returning to their fortress in Jaipur after playing initial games in Guwahati, there’s an extra layer of intrigue to this contest. What adds more spice is RCB’s impressive away form and RR’s desperate need to stabilize their campaign.

Pitch Conditions & Weather Report – What to Expect in Jaipur

The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur traditionally offers something for everyone. However, in recent IPL seasons, the venue has been tricky for pacers. It had the worst average and strike rate for fast bowlers over the last two editions of IPL. Spin could play a key role in the middle overs, especially as the match progresses under the heat.

Weather-wise, Jaipur is expected to be hot and energy-sapping with temperatures soaring up to 38°C. No rain interruptions are expected, so a full 40-over game is almost guaranteed. With the average first innings score in the last two seasons being around 180 runs, fans can expect a competitive game if the batters settle in early.

Predicted Playing XI – Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Rajasthan Royals Predicted XI:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma/Fazalhaq Farooqi

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted XI:

Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone/Jacob Bethell, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma

Dream11 Fantasy Prediction – Key Picks and Probable Match Winners

When it comes to fantasy picks, this game offers some of the most explosive T20 names in world cricket. Virat Kohli, Sanju Samson, and Rajat Patidar are reliable batting picks. For bowling, Jofra Archer and Wanindu Hasaranga from RR and Josh Hazlewood and Suyash Sharma from RCB could fetch plenty of fantasy points.

High Probability Players to Score Big:

• Virat Kohli – given his form and record in the IPL, especially in chasing conditions.

• Sanju Samson – with RR returning home, Samson could anchor the innings.

• Riyan Parag – a consistent run-scorer in middle overs this season.

• Rajat Patidar – leading from the front for RCB, often anchoring tough situations.

• Jofra Archer – given RCB's vulnerability against raw pace.

Winning Prediction – Who Has the Edge?

While RCB's away record is something that cannot be ignored, Rajasthan Royals playing at home gives them a slight advantage. However, considering the form of Kohli, the aggressive start by Salt, and the middle-order depth RCB brings, they might edge out RR if their bowling executes plans well.

The game is likely to be decided in the middle overs – with RR’s wrist spinners and Archer looking to stifle RCB’s aggressive batting, while RCB’s Suyash Sharma and Hazlewood could exploit RR’s soft middle phase.

Predicted Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (by a narrow margin)

Interesting Facts You Should Know Before the Match

1. In 2023, RR were bowled out for just 59 runs against RCB at this very venue – their lowest against RCB and third-lowest in IPL history.

2. Sandeep Sharma has dismissed Virat Kohli 7 times in the IPL, averaging just 14.86 against him.

3. RCB have picked up 10 wickets in the PowerPlay this season – the joint-highest in IPL 2025.

4. RR has the best PowerPlay scoring rate this season – at 10.7 runs per over.

5. Kohli is on the verge of equaling David Warner’s record of 66 IPL fifties and becoming the second player to hit 100 T20 fifties.