IPL 2025: RCB vs GT, Match- 14 Detailed Analysis by Spinmatch
The IPL 2025, 14th match is going to be an extreme encounter between RCB and GT at the M.A. Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru today. RCB has made a perfect start to their IPL 2025 campaign, winning both their opening matches convincingly. First, they conquered the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), by 7 wickets at Eden Gardens, then followed up with an impressive 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk. Continue reading the blog by Spinmatch cricket experts for IPL 2025 fantasy predictions.
Current Form Analysis
With 4 points and a gleaming net run rate of +2.27, Royal Challengers Bengaluru tops the points table. Gujarat Titans, however, have had a mixed bag so far. Having lost the first game to Punjab Kings by 11 runs even after scoring a whopping 243, they came back with a comfortable 36-run win against Mumbai Indians. This will be GT’s season opener on the road, adding another dimension to this encounter.
Head-to-Head Record
Looking at the history between these two sides:
Matches Played | Won by RCB | Won by GT |
5 | 3 | 2 |
RCB enjoys an advantage in the head-to-head encounters, with 3 wins from the 5 matches.
Venue Analysis: M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium is renowned as a paradise for batsmen. Its true bounce, quick outfield, and short boundaries are sure to assist batsmen in scoring big. The average first innings score in this arena is around 170+, though teams do cross the 200-mark.
The weather conditions look good for a complete game, and no rain is forecast for today. The temperature will remain around 30 degrees Celsius with humidity of around 65%. The dew factor could play a role in the second innings by making batting a bit more comfortable as the game goes on.
Key Player Analysis
RCB’s Key Players
Kohli has an excellent record against the Gujarat Titans, having scored 344 runs in just 5 matches, with one ton and three fifties. In this IPL cricket game, he started with a brilliant unbeaten 59 against KKR but managed to score just 31 runs against CSK. Playing at his home ground, where he has played fantastically well in the past, expectations are for Kohli to perform in this IPL live match.
Opponent | Matche | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s |
GT | 5 | 344 | 86.00 | 145.76 | 1 | 3 |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
The RCB skipper has been phenomenal, scoring 34 off 16 for KKR and 51 off 32 for CSK. With the form of touch he is in, Patidar can prove to be a match-winner in this IPL cricket game.
The Australian pacer has had a huge impact, taking 5 wickets in just 2 matches at an economy of 5.37. His ability to get a bounce out of any surface makes him a deadly bowler, even on suited tracks.
GT’s Key Players
The left-hand opener has been in sparkling touch, scoring 137 runs off just 2 games at a batting average of 68.50 and a strike rate of 167.07. With consecutive half-centuries (74 against PBKS and 63 against MI), he is GT’s preferred batsman without any doubt.
Season 2025 | Match | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s |
Sai Sudharsan | 2 | 137 | 68.50 | 167.07 | 2 |
The GT skipper has a healthy record at Chinnaswamy Stadium, where he has scored 114 runs at a strike rate of 178.12 in four matches, including a century. The record against RCB, too, is healthy at 304 runs in 13 matches.
Returning to his familiar home ground, Siraj has a strong Bengaluru record, with 26 wickets in 21 innings at an average of 26.84. His death-over-bowling expertise could be the game-changer for GT.
Predicted Playing XIs
RCB Predicted XI (Batting First)
Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal
RCB Predicted XI (Bowling First)
Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma
GT Predicted XI (Batting First)
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Sherfane Rutherford, Shah Rukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada
GT Predicted XI (Bowling First)
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, Shah Rukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Arshad Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna
Match Factors to Consider
RCB’s Improved Bowling
RCB’s bowling has been its weak link in the past. But this year, with the inclusion of Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, their bowling unit seems to be solid. Krunal Pandya has also significantly strengthened their spin unit.
GT’s Firepower
With destructive batsmen like Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, and in-form Sai Sudharsan, GT has the batting strength to overpower any bowling attack, especially on a batting-friendly surface like Chinnaswamy.
Home Advantage
RCB will be hosting their first home game of the year, reaping the advantages of home conditions and local support.
RCB analyst Harsha Bhogle recently commented on RCB’s performance: “What is noteworthy about RCB this season is their balance. They’ve resolved their bowling woes, and their batting is as powerful as ever. Playing at Chinnaswamy will only boost their confidence.”
Sunil Gavaskar, a retired Indian cricketer, has been impressed with Sai Sudharsan: “He’s been the find of the tournament so far. His technique against both pace and spin is exemplary, and he could be the game-changer for GT in this match.”
IPL 2025 Fantasy Prediction
For fantasy cricket enthusiasts, here are some suggestions on current form and previous performances:
Top Captain Choices
Sai Sudharsan (GT) is in red-hot form with back-to-back fifties
Shubman Gill (GT) – Century at Chinnaswamy
Virat Kohli (RCB) – Good record against GT
Best Vice-Captain Options
Rajat Patidar (RCB) – In-form captain with excellent touch
Jos Buttler (GT) – Big-scoring explosive batsman
Josh Hazlewood was the bowler of choice, with 5 wickets in 2 games.
Differential Selections
Sai Kishore (GT) – He has picked up 4 wickets in 2 games
Yash Dayal (RCB) – 3 wickets in 2 matches, picked wickets regularly
Players to Avoid
Rahul Tewatia (GT) – Bats lower down the order, restricting his fantasy value
Recommended Dream11 Team
Wicketkeepers: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler
Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill
All-rounders: Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Josh Hazlewood, Mohammed Siraj, R Sai Kishore
Where to Watch
Cricket fans can view all the action of this exciting match on Star Sports Network for television broadcast. For online viewers, the match will be live-streamed on the Spinmatch streaming website, with the coverage starting at 7:30 PM IST.
Match Prediction
With RCB’s perfect season thus far, the home ground, and the bolstered bowling attack, they start on favorite terms in this game. However, the batting prowess of GT, especially the match form of Sai Sudharsan and the experience of Jos Buttler, makes them a hard team to beat.
The toss would be an important aspect, with the dew factor in mind at Chinnaswamy. A winning team in the toss would probably decide to bowl first to make use of better batting conditions in the second innings.
Prediction:
IPL 2025 fantasy prediction shows RCB can win by 15-20 runs if they bat first or chase down the total with 1-2 overs remaining if they bat second.
This is going to be a thrilling encounter between two evenly matched teams in the IPL cricket game, with individual brilliance going to decide the victor. As the teams take the field at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, cricket fans are in for a treat with lots of boundaries, wickets, and drama on the cards.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of one of the teams or a neutral cricket enthusiast, this IPL live match should be exciting enough and showcase the quality that makes the IPL the world’s greatest T20 league.
