RCB vs KKR Match abandoned 2025: The highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday evening was unfortunately abandoned due to persistent and heavy rainfall.
Despite the best efforts of the ground staff and the stadium’s efficient drainage system, the downpour showed no signs of relenting, leaving the match officials with no option but to call off the game without a single ball being bowled.
Match Summary
- Teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Result: Match Abandoned due to Rain
- Points Awarded: Both RCB and KKR received one point each.
RCB vs KKR Match abandoned due to rain
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to persistent and heavy rain.
RCB Moves to the Top, KKR Eliminated
The abandonment of the match resulted in both teams being awarded one point each. This single point had significant ramifications on the IPL 2025 points table and the playoff qualification scenarios and the Updated Points Table is given below.
Updated IPL 2025 Points Table (as of May 17)
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 17 | +0.482 |
| 2 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 15 | +0.376 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 14 | +1.274 |
| 4 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 14 | +0.867 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 13 | +0.362 |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 11 | +0.095 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 10 | -0.469 |
| 8 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 7 | -1.192 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 | -0.718 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 11 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4 | -1.117 |
Note: Top four teams qualify for playoffs; teams marked with (E) are eliminated.
RCB Ascends to Top Spot
Despite the washout, RCB benefited by earning one point, bringing their total to 17 points. This point propelled them to the top of the IPL 2025 points table, significantly enhancing their chances of securing a playoff berth. RCB’s position is now strong, and their qualification for the playoffs is nearly assured.
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FAQs
Q. Is the RCB vs KKR match abandoned?
Ans: Yes, the IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), scheduled for May 17 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to heavy rain.
Q. How many times KKR beat RCB?
Ans: As of May 17, 2025, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have defeated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) 21 times in their IPL encounters. The two teams have faced each other 36 times in the IPL, with RCB securing 15 victories.