The much-anticipated opening match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens faces uncertainty due to adverse weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Kolkata, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds on March 22, 2025.
Rainfall over the past few days has already disrupted practice sessions for both teams, and the ground remains under covers as a precaution. While the morning hours saw intermittent showers, the weather forecast indicates a possibility of clearer skies by the evening. However, the chance of rain during the match remains significant, with precipitation probability rising to 70% later in the night.
The IPL 2025 opening ceremony, scheduled for 6 PM IST, is also at risk of being delayed or canceled due to the weather. Match officials have confirmed that if rain persists, the game could be shortened, with a minimum of five overs per side required to constitute a match. In the worst-case scenario, the match may be abandoned, and both teams would share one point each.
Fans and players alike are hoping for a break in the weather to ensure a thrilling start to the tournament. As of now, all eyes are on the skies over Eden Gardens, with the cricketing world eagerly awaiting updates.
