RCB vs KKR match delayed due to wet outfield in Raipur

RAIPUR: The IPL clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has been delayed due to a wet outfield caused by heavy rain in Raipur.

Ground conditions became unplayable after persistent showers, forcing officials to delay the toss and postpone the start of the match. However, the game is still expected to go ahead once conditions improve.

According to sources, the rain has stopped intermittently, and super soppers are actively working on drying the outfield. Officials remain hopeful that play could begin later in the evening, possibly around 8:45 pm IST, depending on further weather updates.

One comment circulating online noted:

“The rain has stopped, and the super soppers are busy at work. Hopefully there’s no more rain and we have a game soon. I don’t think we’ve reached the cut-off for losing overs yet.”

The match is part of a crucial stage in the tournament, with teams fighting for qualification spots. Gujarat Titans currently lead the standings, while the playoff race remains tight among the top sides.

Tonight’s fixture between RCB (currently near the top of the table) and KKR (mid-table) is expected to be an important encounter, with both teams aiming to strengthen their position ahead of the playoff stage.