RCB Face Do-or-Die Clash Against SRH in Final League Game
The IPL 2025 playoff race has reached its final, dramatic chapter as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) get ready to face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in what is effectively a virtual knockout match. With both teams still in contention, the outcome of this clash will determine who earns a spot in the top four and who goes home.
RCB’s Season on the Line
For RCB, this is a familiar situation — a must-win final game with everything at stake. The team currently sits at fifth place on the IPL 2025 points table, and only a win will keep their hopes alive. But victory alone may not be enough — Net Run Rate (NRR) could also come into play if other results don’t fall in their favor.
With Virat Kohli in red-hot form and Faf du Plessis leading from the front, RCB will need a clinical team performance to outplay SRH.
SRH Eyeing Redemption and Qualification
Sunrisers Hyderabad, too, are eyeing a return to the playoffs after missing out last season. With power-hitters like Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, and consistent all-rounders, SRH has looked solid in patches. However, they’ve also shown vulnerability under pressure — something RCB will aim to exploit.
A win for SRH will likely confirm their playoff spot, depending on the margin and final table standings.
Key Players to Watch
- Virat Kohli – The Orange Cap leader and RCB’s backbone in 2025
- Glenn Maxwell – X-factor with both bat and ball
- Mohammed Siraj – Crucial in the powerplay overs
- Abhishek Sharma – SRH’s aggressive opener
- T Natarajan – SRH’s death-over specialist
These players will be instrumental in tilting the balance during high-pressure moments.
Match Details
- 📅 Date: May 25, 2025
- 🏟️ Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- 🕗 Time: 7:30 PM IST
- 📺 Live On: Star Sports & JioCinema
With both teams fighting for survival, this is set to be one of the most anticipated fixtures of IPL 2025.
Fans Set to Paint Chinnaswamy Red
RCB’s loyal fanbase, the 12th Man Army, is expected to show up in massive numbers. With chants of “Ee Sala Cup Namde” echoing through the stands, the team will have the crowd firmly behind them. Social media buzz around the fixture has already begun, with hashtags like #RCBvsSRH, #PlayBold, and #RCBForPlayoffs trending.