RCB Hosts GT in IPL 2025 Home Opener as Siraj Faces Former Team

Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim for a third straight win under Rajat Patidar, while Gujarat Titans weigh lineup adjustments for the Chinnaswamy clash.

RCB, led by new captain Rajat Patidar, sits atop the IPL 2025 standings after two dominant wins, including a historic victory at Chepauk against CSK.
The match marks Mohammed Siraj's first game against his former team, RCB, after being acquired by Gujarat Titans for ₹12.25 crore in the mega auction.
RCB's balanced squad, featuring a strong bowling lineup with Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Yash Dayal, has been pivotal to their early success.
Gujarat Titans are deliberating whether to debut Glenn Phillips or continue with Sherfane Rutherford, aiming to strengthen their lineup after one win and one loss.
Key individual battles, including Siraj vs Kohli and Hazlewood vs Gill, are expected to influence the outcome of the match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.