IPL 2025: Rain threatens to disrupt RCB vs KKR in Bengaluru

The IPL match between

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

and

Kolkata Knight Riders

scheduled for Saturday evening at M

Chinnaswamy Stadium

faces potential disruption due to forecasted heavy rainfall in Bangalore. The weather predictions indicate increasing chances of precipitation throughout the day, with the highest probability during the scheduled toss time at 7 PM.Bengaluru and surrounding areas in Karnataka have already experienced significant rainfall and flooding in recent days. The weather forecast shows a 25% chance of rain at 1 PM, escalating to 58% by 5 PM.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The precipitation probability reaches its peak at 71% around 7 PM, coinciding with the scheduled toss time. However, the chances decrease as the night progresses, with a 49% probability at 9 PM, followed by 34% later in the evening.

The M Chinnaswamy Stadium's advanced drainage system and efficient ground crew might prove crucial in ensuring some play is possible if weather permits. This infrastructure is considered one of the best in the country for handling wet conditions.

Kolkata Knight Riders have already experienced a washout this season against Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens. That match was abandoned after just one over in the chase, resulting in shared points between the teams.The weather threat comes at a crucial time for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who can secure their playoff spot with a victory in this match. The team aims to confirm their qualification at the earliest opportunity.

The potential washout could also affect planned celebrations at the stadium, where fans have organised a tribute to Virat Kohli's Test career.