RCB vs RR Pitch Report: Will Sanju Samson's squad get an upper hand over Rajat Patidar's men? When & where to watch the face-off

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who have been in stellar form during their away fixtures in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, are gearing up to take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at their home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The match holds special significance for RCB, as the team led by Rajat Patidar is yet to register a win at home this season despite their successful run on the road.

Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, are facing challenges of their own. With just two wins so far in the tournament, the side will be without regular skipper Sanju Samson, who is set to miss the game. Youngster Riyan Parag will step in as the stand-in captain, aiming to reinvigorate a struggling campaign.

IPL 2025 RCB vs RR Today: Match Pitch Report

Traditionally known as a high-scoring venue, the pitch at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium may offer a twist in today’s contest.

Reports suggest the surface might offer assistance to bowlers—particularly spinners—potentially shifting the dynamics of the match.

All eyes will be on key spin bowlers such as RCB’s Wanindu Hasaranga and RR’s Krunal Pandya, who could play pivotal roles if the pitch turns out to be spin-friendly.

As for the weather, Bengaluru is expected to remain pleasant with temperatures hovering around 26°C, with no major signs of rain interruptions forecast for match time.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals Live Streaming

Fans can catch all the live action of the RCB vs RR clash on Star Sports, the official broadcaster of IPL 2025. The match will be telecast across a wide range of Star Sports channels including:

Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD, Star Sports 2 Hindi, Star Sports 2 Hindi HD, Star Sports Khel, and Star Sports 3.

It will also be live streamed on JioHostar app.

The high-stakes game at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is expected to be a crucial encounter for both teams as RCB look to break their home jinx, while RR seek to bounce back under new leadership.