The 2025 Indian Premier League got underway with title holders Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bangalore in an exciting season opener. Riding the wave of momentum from their 2024 victory, Kolkata managed a decent score of 175, thanks to a explosive beginning by seasoned Ajinkya Rahane.
Rahane’s initial blitz gave a solid platform to KKR, but Bangalore bowlers fought back during the middle overs to limit the final score. As RCB were famous for their firepower top order, fans were waiting to witness how Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and Glenn Maxwell would counterattack.
As the tournament opener progressed, both sides were intense, with Kolkata seeking to continue their supremacy and Bangalore looking for an upset at the earliest to make a statement about IPL 18. The match also constitutes an important season for the two franchises, with new players and tactical changes likely to come through the course of the tournament.
The IPL 2025 tournament guarantees more turbo-charged cricket, and this meeting of two giant teams has already generated buzz in grounds and sitting rooms around the world.
