- Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Start Time: 15:00 BST
Match Overview
Match 65 of the IPL 2025 season features a crucial encounter between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Originally scheduled at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, the game has been shifted to Lucknow due to rain forecasts in Bengaluru.
RCB have already secured a playoff spot and are pushing for a top-two finish. SRH are already out, but still have pride to play for and can beat anybody on their day.
Team Form & News
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB are in excellent form, with Virat Kohli and Jacob Bethell leading the charge. Kohli’s recent half century against CSK shows he is in decent form.
Coach Andy Flower remains confident despite the venue change and short break between fixtures.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH have shown flashes of brilliance, notably Abhishek Sharma’s 59 in the previous match against Lucknow on Monday.
However, inconsistency remains a concern. If Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen can fire and be backed up by the bowlers, SRH will be in with a chance.
Venue & Pitch Report
Ekana Stadium in Lucknow usually offers a balanced pitch, supporting both batters and bowlers. With evening dew a factor, teams may prefer chasing after winning the toss.
Betting Tips
- Match Winner: RCB to win – Strong form and star players in rhythm.
- Top RCB Batsman: Virat Kohli – Reliable and in great touch.
- Top SRH Batsman: Heinrich Klaasen – Match-winner potential.
- Top RCB Bowler: Krunal Pandya – His spin could trouble SRH’s middle order.
- Total Sixes: Over 12.5 – Expect plenty of fireworks from both sides.
Prediction
RCB to win by 20+ runs or 5+ wickets
With superior form and squad depth, RCB are well-positioned to secure a dominant win and edge closer to a top-two finish.
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