RCB vs RR IPL 2025 Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals Team News, Predicted Lineups

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RCB vs RR Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru will lock horns against Rajasthan Royals in the Match 42 of IPL 2025 on Thursday (April 24).

RCB, despite their home struggles, appear poised to break their losing streak at the Chinnaswamy. Their recent victory and stable lineup suggest a cohesive unit ready to capitalise on RR's vulnerabilities.

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RR's ongoing struggles, compounded by leadership changes and inconsistent performances, may hinder their ability to mount a strong challenge. The absence of their regular captain and the need to adapt to the challenging pitch conditions add to their woes.

In 33 previous encounters, Royal Challengers hold a narrow lead with 16 wins, while the Royals have emerged victorious on 14 occasions. Three matches have been inconclusive. At the Chinnaswamy, RR enjoy a better head-to-head record, having won four of the nine matches played at the venue.

RCB vs RR Pitch Report

Traditionally known as a batting paradise, the Chinnaswamy pitch has shown a shift in behaviour this season. The surface has provided assistance to both pacers and spinners, with scores hovering around 170-180 in recent matches. Batters will need to apply themselves in the middle before accelerating. Given the expected dew in the second half, teams winning the toss might prefer to bowl first.​

RCB vs RR IPL 2025 Team News, Injury Updates

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): RCB enters this fixture aiming to secure their first home victory of the season, having lost all three previous matches at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, they carry momentum from a recent seven-wicket win over the Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. The team is expected to retain the same playing XI, capitalising on their current form.​

Rajasthan Royals (RR): RR face challenges with captain Sanju Samson sidelined due to an abdominal injury, leading to Riyan Parag stepping in as skipper. The Royals have suffered four consecutive losses, including a narrow two-run defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in their last outing. They will need to reassess their strategies, particularly in bowling, to adapt to the unpredictable nature of the Chinnaswamy pitch.​

Although Samson's injury timeline is not yet mentioned, the RR captain hasn't travelled with the team and remains out of the picture.

RCB vs RR Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals Predicted Lineups

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Romario Shepherd, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood

RCB Impact Player: Suyash Sharma

Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Riyan Parag (c), Nitish Rana, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Wandindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana/Kwena Maphaka, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande

RR Impact Player: Shubham Dubey