RCB vs RR – IPL 2025 42nd Match Results

updated：Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Rajasthan Royals by 11 runs.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally gave their home crowd something to cheer about, posting a solid 205/5 thanks to classy knocks from Virat Kohli (70) and Devdutt Padikkal (50). Things looked a bit shaky in the middle, but Tim David and Jitesh Sharma added the late fireworks, making sure RCB had a total worth defending.

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Rajasthan Royals gave it a real go. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel nearly stole the show, but Josh Hazlewood’s clutch 19th over turned the match on its head. His back-to-back strikes derailed RR’s chase just when they had the upper hand. With that, RCB secured a dramatic 11-run win, snapped their losing streak at Chinnaswamy, and climbed up the table, while RR are now staring at five straight losses and serious playoff doubts.

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RCB vs RR – IPL 2025 42nd Match Pre-Match Chat:

The 42nd match of IPL 2025 will take place on April 24th at 7:30 PM IST at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Rajasthan Royals (RR). The two teams will first meet in the 28th match of IPL 2025 at RR’s home ground, and this match will be their second encounter, this time at RCB’s home ground. As mentioned in the 28th match schedule article, the two teams faced off twice last year, with RR winning both times. However, after the mega auction, both teams have strengthened their squads, making it difficult to predict which team has the upper hand in this match. We’ll have to wait until the 28th match is played to get a clearer picture of which team holds the advantage. The only thing that can be confirmed at this point is that RCB will have the home advantage. Let’s look forward to it!

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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB’s) Key Players to Watch

• Rajat Patidar (Captain): As captain, Patidar plays an important role in leading the team, and he is also a reliable middle-order batsman who can accelerate the innings in key moments.
• Virat Kohli: Kohli is a key figure for RCB. His experience and consistency in the top order make him a crucial asset. He provides stability and can anchor the innings when needed.
• Liam Livingstone: Livingstone’s explosive batting makes him an important player for the middle order. He can turn the game in a few overs and is crucial for finishing the innings on a high note.
• Josh Hazlewood: Hazlewood is a key bowler for RCB, especially in the powerplay and death overs. His ability to bowl yorkers and take wickets will be critical in containing the opposition.

Rajasthan Royals (RR’s) Key Players to Watch

• Sanju Samson (Captain): Samson is an experienced leader and a top-order batsman. He is capable of anchoring the innings or accelerating the scoring when required. His leadership and batting are crucial for RR.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal: Jaiswal is a young and explosive opener who can give RR a fast start. His attacking play in the powerplay is key for RR’s success.
• Shimron Hetmyer: Hetmyer is known for his big-hitting ability, particularly in the middle and lower order. His presence in the finishing overs will be critical for RR’s total.
• Jofra Archer: Archer is a key bowler for RR with his pace and ability to bowl in crucial moments, including the powerplay and the death overs. His wicket-taking ability makes him invaluable.

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RCB vs RR – IPL 2025 42nd Match Details:

Match Name: IPL 2025 42nd match

Match Date: 24th April 2025

Match Time: 07:30 PM IST

Competing Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals (RCB vs RR)

Venue: M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Note：The match has not started yet, but updates will be provided regularly once it begins

IPL 2025 42nd Match Venue: M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Stadium Capacity: Approximately 40,000 spectators

Stadium Address: Mahatma Gandhi Rd, near Cubbon Road, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001, India

Stadium Features: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is one of the most renowned international cricket stadiums in Bengaluru, India. The construction of the stadium took approximately five years, and in the same year it was completed and inaugurated, it hosted an international match between India and the West Indies. Initially, the stadium was named the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Stadium, but in 1980, it was renamed M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in honor of the former BCCI and KSCA president. Currently, it serves as the home ground for both the Indian national cricket team and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL. Additionally, it holds the distinction of being India’s first cricket stadium to be fully powered by solar energy.

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• IPL 2025 46th match DC vs RCB on April 27 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• IPL 2025 52nd match RCB vs CSK on May 03 at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
• IPL 2025 59th match LSG vs RCB on May 09 at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

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• IPL 2025 47th match RR vs GT on April 28 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• IPL 2025 50th match RR vs MI on May 01 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• IPL 2025 53rd match KKR vs RR on May 04 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata