With playoff spots heating up, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on bottom-placed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 52 of the IPL 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on Saturday, May 3. While CSK have already been knocked out, RCB are gunning for a top-two finish — but rain could have its say in this much-anticipated Southern Derby.
Match Details: RCB vs CSK
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 52, IPL 2025
- Date: Saturday, May 3
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Toss Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Pitch Report: Chinnaswamy Stadium
Traditionally a high-scoring venue, the Chinnaswamy surface in IPL 2025 has seen both batters and bowlers have their moments. Pace has dominated this season, with quicks averaging 24.5 and striking every 16.2 balls. But spinners have also made inroads — their economy of 8.36 isn’t much worse than the pacers, and they could be key in the middle overs, especially if conditions get tacky due to rain interruptions.
| Bowler Type | Wkts | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pace | 32 | 24.5 | 9.02 | 16.2 |
| Spin | 14 | 32.85 | 8.36 | 23.5 |
Weather Forecast: RCB vs CSK
Bengaluru is staring at a wet Saturday with rain chances at 80% from 5–7 PM, easing to 30% post 10 PM. While a shortened game remains possible, a full washout can’t be ruled out — a scenario that would hand both teams a point each. For RCB, a no-result would still push them to 15 points, inching them closer to the playoffs. For CSK, the focus is already on rebuilding for 2026.
RCB vs CSK Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website
- Telecast: Star Sports Network (TV)
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