IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT Match Preview! Can RCB continue their dominance, or will GT bounce back? Match details, pitch report, players to watch & more!
Match Overview
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are ready to battle it out in the 14th match of IPL 2025. Both teams have tasted victory in their previous matches, adding to the excitement. RCB is on a high after defeating KKR and CSK convincingly. They sit atop the points table with two wins and a net run rate of +2.266.
Meanwhile, GT had a shaky start, losing to PBKS but bounced back with a solid win against MI. They stand fourth with a net run rate of +0.625. This clash at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 2 promises fireworks!
For an in-depth breakdown of RCB’s recent performances, check out RCB vs KKR Highlights - IPL 2025 Match 1 and CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match Highlights.
Pitch Report
M Chinnaswamy Stadium is a paradise for batters. Expect a high-scoring game with spinners playing a crucial role. Pacers might get some early swing, but the small ground makes hitting sixes relatively easy. The toss may not be a game-changer, but teams prefer chasing here.
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Head-to-Head Record
RCB and GT have faced each other five times in IPL history. RCB leads with three wins, while GT has two victories.
Matches: 5
Won by RCB: 3
Won by GT: 2
No Result: 0
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Predicted Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
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Phil Salt
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Virat Kohli
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Devdutt Padikkal
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Rajat Patidar (C)
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Liam Livingstone
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Jitesh Sharma (WK)
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Tim David
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Krunal Pandya
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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Josh Hazlewood
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Yash Dayal
Impact Player: Suyash Sharma
Gujarat Titans
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Sai Sudharsan
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Shubman Gill (C)
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Jos Buttler (WK)
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Shahrukh Khan
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Sherfane Rutherford
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Rahul Tewatia
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Rashid Khan
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R Sai Kishore
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Kagiso Rabada
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Mohammed Siraj
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Ishant Sharma
Impact Player: Prasidh Krishna
Final Thoughts
The stage is set for an electrifying match between RCB and GT. Will RCB continue their dominant run, or will GT turn the tables? One thing is certain—it’s going to be an intense showdown!
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