Match Preview ,RCB vs GT, IPL 2025 Match 14 Playing XI, Match Updates

Introduction

The 14th match of IPL 2025 features an exciting battle between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT). Both teams are looking to dominate as they clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on April 2, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. Fans can expect a high-scoring thriller with top players like Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Shubman Gill, and Rashid Khan in action.

Match Details

• Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans, 14th Match

• Date: April 2, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT

• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

• Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema

• Broadcast: Star Sports Network

Head-to-Head Record

In the last five IPL encounters, RCB and GT have fought fiercely, with RCB winning three matches and GT winning two.

Team Previews

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

RCB has had a strong start in IPL 2025, led by captain Faf du Plessis and their batting superstar Virat Kohli. The team’s middle-order, featuring Glenn Maxwell and Rajat Patidar, is a key strength, while Mohammed Siraj and Yash Dayal lead the bowling attack.

Key Players:

• Virat Kohli – 425 runs in the last 10 matches

• Faf du Plessis – 387 runs in the last 10 matches

• Mohammed Siraj – 12 wickets in the last 10 matches

Gujarat Titans (GT)

GT, led by Shubman Gill, remains a dominant force with all-rounders like Hardik Pandya and match-winning bowlers Rashid Khan and Mohammed Shami. Their young talent, Sai Sudharsan, has also impressed in the middle order.

Key Players:

• Shubman Gill – 445 runs in the last 10 matches

• Hardik Pandya – 290 runs & 10 wickets in the last 10 matches

• Rashid Khan – 8 wickets in the last 10 matches

Pitch Report & Weather Conditions

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly pitch. Teams batting second have a slight advantage due to the dew factor. Expect a high-scoring game with 200+ runs as a competitive total.

• Pitch Nature: Flat, batting paradise

• Average 1st Innings Score: 190-210

• Weather: Clear skies, temperature around 28°C

RCB vs GT Possible Playing XI:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma(IP).

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Prasidh Krishna(IP).

RCB vs GT Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

RCB vs GT Pitch Report:

The Chinnaswamy Stadium is renowned for its high-scoring encounters, with the pitch offering a great surface for batting. It is relatively flat, providing good pace and bounce, which allows the ball to come onto the bat nicely, making it easier for stroke-play. While the pitch is primarily favorable for batsmen, it occasionally offers some assistance to spinners, adding variety to the game.

RCB vs GT Weather Report:

The weather in Bengaluru looks promising for this cricket match. There’s a slight chance of rain, but we’re expecting to see a full game.

Venue Information:

• Stadium: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
• Location: Bengaluru
• Capacity: 32000
• Opened: 1969
• Known as: Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans Full Squad:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (c), Swastik Chikara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Philip Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Suyash Sharma, Mohit Rathee, Abhinandan Singh.

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan, Nishant Sindhu, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Gerald Coetzee, Jayant Yadav, Arshad Khan, Karim Janat, Sherfane Rutherford, Mahipal Lomror, Washington Sundar, Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Ishant Sharma, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Kulwant Khejroliya, Mohammed Siraj.