RR vs RCB Toss Update, IPL 2025: Toss Result, Playing XIs, Captain Quotes & Pitch Report from Jaipur Clash

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RR vs RCB Toss Update, IPL 2025: The IPL caravan has rolled into the Pink City, and with it comes one of the league's most captivating rivalries— Rajasthan Royals versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

With the Jaipur heat turning up and playoff spots hanging in delicate balance, both teams have everything to play for in this high-stakes encounter. While Royal Challengers Bengaluru arrive with a streak of away wins tucked under their belt, the Royals are desperate to make their homecoming count.

Both sides have taken turns blowing hot and cold this season, making this mid-table clash a potential turning point. It’s not just two points on offer today—it’s momentum, morale, and possibly a shift in the playoff equation.

Match Information

• Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 28, IPL 2025
• Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025
• Time: 3:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Television Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Online Streaming: JioHotstar

RR vs RCB Toss Update, IPL 2025: RCB Opt to Bowl First in Jaipur

In a crucial toss at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the flip of the coin and opted to bowl first, putting Rajasthan Royals (RR) into bat. Both teams have had a mixed season so far, and the conditions in Jaipur promise to be key in determining the outcome of this match.

Captain Quotes

Rajat Patidar: "We will bowl first. The surface looks pretty hard and good. We'll know how the pitch behaves as the game progresses. It's also great to raise awareness about planting more trees, something we fully support." RCB, who have been impressive on their travels this season, are looking to continue their momentum away from home.

Sanju Samson: "Actually, we also wanted to bowl first. Normally, it gets better to bat here, that's the local information. We know the conditions, and if we respect the opposition and play to our potential, I think we'll be fine. Ups and downs keep happening, but we can't let doubts enter the dressing room. Hasa (Wanindu Hasaranga) is back. Hasaranga will be replacing Farooqi ji (smiles)."

The Royals have welcomed back Hasaranga, which adds strength to their spin department and is expected to make a significant impact. With both teams having their eyes on the top spots, this encounter is set to be a thrilling one, with the team batting first hoping to put up a challenging total for the opposition to chase.

Teams:

Rajasthan Royals (Playing XI):

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

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI):

Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal.

Impact Substitutes:

Rajasthan Royals Impact Subs:

Shubham Dubey, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kumar Kartikeya, Kunal Singh Rathore

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Impact Subs:

Devdutt Padikkal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh

Weather & Pitch Report

It’s a toasty afternoon in Jaipur, with the mercury hovering around 36°C and expected to touch 37°C during match hours. Humidity remains low at 20%, and there’s no threat of rain. The wind is blowing at a mild 8 km/h, offering some respite.

As for the pitch, it remains a bit of an unknown. In the last two IPL seasons, pacers have had the worst strike rates here, while wrist spinners have often thrived in the middle overs. The average first-innings total across 10 matches in recent seasons sits around 180, with an even split between teams batting first and second. Expect the spinners to have a say, especially as the pitch begins to slow down in the second half.

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Preview:

It’s been a strange season for both camps. Rajasthan Royals, despite early glimpses of cohesion, have struggled to string together consistent performances. Their last outing ended in a humbling defeat at the hands of Gujarat Titans, just as it seemed they were finding their groove.

Their Achilles’ heel? Batting inconsistency. While the top order has shown promise—especially with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag—the Royals have struggled to put up fighting totals when it matters. With this being their first home game post-squad shuffle, the pressure is squarely on their batters to deliver. Sanju Samson’s leadership will be under scrutiny, and the likely return of Wanindu Hasaranga could bolster their spin-heavy plans against RCB’s attacking middle order.

For RCB, this is a huge opportunity. A win today could see them jump to at least third on the points table, and they’re arriving in Jaipur with their away form firing on all cylinders. Victories in Kolkata, Chennai and Mumbai have shown their potential, particularly when their middle order fires.

The key for them? Liam Livingstone. If the powerful Englishman replicates his heroics from the GT clash, RCB will be a different beast. With Tim David and Jitesh Sharma lurking lower down, there’s explosive potential that could tilt the game. Add to that a strong pace unit led by Josh Hazlewood and the spin guile of Suyash Sharma, and they have all the pieces to hurt Rajasthan.

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Full Squads

Rajasthan Royals Squad:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (w/c), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kumar Kartikeya, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Kunal Singh Rathore, Akash Madhwal, Kwena Maphaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ashok Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad:

Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (w), Krunal Pandya, Tim David, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Dar Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Lungi Ngidi, Romario Shepherd, Nuwan Thushara, Mohit Rathee, Swastik Chikara, Abhinandan Singh