IPL 2025: RCB vs GT Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Match Overview  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 14th match of IPL 2025. The game will be played at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on Wednesday, April 2, at 7:30 PM IST. Both teams have played five matches against each other in IPL history, with RCB winning three and GT winning two. This match is expected to be a thrilling contest.

RCB’s Current Form

RCB has started the season well, winning their last two matches. They have successfully chased a target in one game and defended a total in another. This will be their first match at home, and the fans will be excited to see them play. Captain Rajat Patidar has been leading the team well, and most players have performed when needed. Star batter Virat Kohli has been in great form, scoring 90 runs in two matches.

GT’s Current Form

Gujarat Titans had a tough start, losing their first match against Punjab Kings despite scoring 232 runs. However, they bounced back strongly by defeating Mumbai Indians. Their batting and bowling looked strong in their last game, and they will be hoping to continue that performance against RCB.

Pitch Report – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium

The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for being batting-friendly. The short boundaries and fast outfield make it easy for batters to score runs. Teams usually prefer to bowl first at this venue as chasing has been successful. However, bowlers who mix their pace and variations can still be effective.

Head-to-Head Record (RCB vs GT)

Matches Played: 5  

RCB Wins: 3  

GT Wins: 2  

First-ever Match: April 30, 2022  

Last Match: May 4, 2024  

Predicted Playing XI  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): 

1. Virat Kohli  

2. Philip Salt  

3. Devdutt Padikkal  

4. Rajat Patidar (C)  

5. Liam Livingstone  

6. Jitesh Sharma (WK)  

7. Tim David  

8. Krunal Pandya  

9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar  

10. Josh Hazlewood  

11. Yash Dayal  

Impact Player: Suyash Sharma  

Gujarat Titans (GT):  

1. Shubman Gill (C)  

2. Sai Sudharsan  

3. Jos Buttler (WK)  

4. Sherfane Rutherford  

5. Shahrukh Khan  

6. Rahul Tewatia  

7. Rashid Khan  

8. R. Sai Kishore  

9. Kagiso Rabada  

10. Mohammed Siraj  

11. Prasidh Krishna  

Impact Player: Mahipal Lomror  

Probable Best Players  

Best Batter: Virat Kohli – He has been in excellent form and loves playing in Bengaluru. His experience and class make him a key player for RCB.

Best Bowler: Mohammed Siraj – Playing against his former team, Siraj will be motivated to perform. He has already taken crucial wickets in powerplays this season.

Match Prediction: Who Will Win?  

RCB has the advantage of playing at home, and their players are in good form. However, GT has strong match-winners who can turn the game around. If RCB bats first and puts up a big score, they will have the upper hand. On the other hand, if GT bowls well and restricts RCB, they can chase down the target.

Overall, RCB has a slight edge, but it will be a close contest. Cricket fans can expect a high-scoring thriller!