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IPL 2025: Rain Delays Toss for RCB vs PBKS as Teams Eye Top Spots

RCB and PBKS, tied with 4 wins each, prepare for a pivotal clash at Chinnaswamy Stadium with playoff positions at stake.

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Overview

  • The toss for the IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) has been delayed due to rain in Bengaluru.
  • Both teams are tied with 4 wins and 2 losses, with RCB holding the third spot and PBKS in fourth due to net run rate differences.
  • RCB is aiming for their first home win of the season, having lost both previous matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium despite being unbeaten in away games.
  • PBKS enters the match after a historic low-score defense, successfully defending 112 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders, showcasing their bowling strength.
  • Key players to watch include RCB's Virat Kohli and Phil Salt, alongside PBKS's Yuzvendra Chahal, who is set for a 'homecoming' at Chinnaswamy, where he played for eight seasons.