The bold generation is coming up very strongly, the old generation is still here trying to create more memories.
As the 2025 IPL season kicks off, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli as he gears up for his 400th T20 match. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) superstar continues to rewrite history as the only batter to surpass the 8000-run milestone in the Indian Premier League.
Kohli, known for his consistency and passion, has been a cornerstone of RCB's batting lineup since the tournament's inception. As he takes the field against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) today, he stands just 38 runs away from joining an elite club of batters who have scored 1000 runs against the defending champions. Only David Warner (1093) and Rohit Sharma (1070) have achieved this remarkable feat against KKR.
This is the official order of programming for the IPL opening ceremony.
The defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the 2025 Indian Premier League season on Saturday at the Eden Gardens.
Here's a look at how the two teams shape up for the opening face-off
The IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens rekindles an iconic rivalry. The legendary Brendon McCullum innings of 158 in the inaugural IPL match set the stage for KKR's legacy. Since then, KKR has secured three titles, while RCB remains in search of their elusive first trophy.
Led by Ajinkya Rahane, KKR aims to defy history by maintaining form after a championship win. Spin will be crucial on Eden’s surface, with Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine leading KKR’s bowling attack. For RCB, Virat Kohli’s form and the new partnership with Phil Salt at the top will be key. The absence of Mohammed Siraj leaves a gap in RCB’s bowling, putting pressure on veterans Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood. With rain threatening the match, both teams will hope for a dry spell to kick-start their campaign on a high note.