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The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is set to witness an electrifying showdown as table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 14th match of IPL 2025 on April 2. Both teams have had a promising start to the season, and with their head-to-head record locked at 3-3, this encounter will serve as a crucial tiebreaker. (Match Blog | Streaming | Full Coverage)
RCB has been in imperious form so far, winning both their opening games in style. Their latest victory against Chennai Super Kings saw them cruise to a 50-run win, thanks to Rajat Patidar바카라™s composed 51-run knock. The team바카라™s well-rounded performances have placed them at the top of the standings, and a win here would further cement their position as early favourites.
Gujarat Titans, currently placed fourth, have shown glimpses of brilliance in their campaign. After a tough opening loss, they bounced back with a 36-run victory over Mumbai Indians, propelled by Sai Sudharsan바카라™s gritty 63-run innings. With a mix of experienced stars and young talent, GT will be aiming to upset RCB in their own backyard.
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, and this match is expected to be another high-scoring affair. While pacers might get some early swing, spinners could also find assistance as the game progresses. However, batters will be at ease clearing the ropes, given the venue바카라™s short boundaries. Dew is unlikely to play a role, making conditions fair for both teams.
The toss might not be a major factor, but considering the venue바카라™s chasing-friendly nature, the team winning it could opt to bowl first.
Fans can expect a clear evening with a pleasant temperature between 28°C to 21. With no chances of rain and a mild breeze blowing from the east, conditions will be perfect for an uninterrupted contest. The humidity is expected to be around 28%, which will make the conditions a little harder for the bowlers.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Devdutt Padikkal, Swastik Chhikara, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara, Lungisani Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee, Yash Dayal.
Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Sherfane Rutherford, Glenn Phillips, Nishant Sindhu, Mahipal Lomror, Washington Sundar, Mohd. Arshad Khan, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Karim Janat, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Manav Suthar, Gerald Coetzee, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Ishant Sharma, Kulwant Khejroliya, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan.