CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match : Match number 52 of IPL 2025, which is going to be held on 3rd May 2025 between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings, is facing a bit of trouble right now.
According to the rain forecast, there are chances of rain which could affect RCB’s playoff chances. Although RCB has almost qualified for the playoffs, if today’s match gets interrupted, it could impact the teams in the middle of the points table.
In this article, we will discuss the weather forecast for the match, the potential effect of rain on RCB’s playoff trajectory, and the importance of CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match in determining the playoff race. Let’s get into the details.
CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match Weather Update – 3rd May 2025
The weather forecast from AccuWeather shows a 76% chance of rain at CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match during the night, which could go up to 78% as thunderstorms are expected to start after 4:00 PM.
The temperature will reach 32°C during the day and drop to 22°C at night with 77% humidity, making the conditions quite difficult for the players.
The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM, and thunderstorms are expected to continue from the afternoon and likely persist into the night.
The Chinnaswamy Stadium’s advanced drainage system has the ability to resume play just 30 minutes after rain, giving some hope that the game might not be completely lost.
Impact of Rain on RCB’s Playoff Chances
The CSK vs RCB match directly affects RCB’s playoff trajectory. Currently, RCB has 14 points and a net run rate of +0.6. They still need to win one of their remaining three matches to confirm their playoff spot.
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If rain interferes with today’s match, RCB would get one point for an abandoned match. This would slightly delay their qualification, and their hopes of finishing in the top 2 would also be at risk since Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians are very close to securing playoff spots.
CSK vs RCB – Rain Threat and Team Performance
While the rain threat creates uncertainty for the CSK vs RCB IPL 2025 Match, RCB still has the potential to win. They are the favourites going into this match, especially after their 10-wicket victory over Chennai on 28th March 2025. RCB has also won five matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium, which boosts their confidence.
On the other hand, the Chennai Super Kings team, featuring players like Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, and Noor Ahmad, can perform well on a rain-affected pitch, but their batting has been disappointing throughout the season. Due to this, Chennai is not considered a strong contender in this match.
