Royal Challengers Bengaluru got closer considerably to obtaining a place in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 The playoffs after incessant rain led to Abandonment of their highly anticipated confrontation against Kolkata Knight Riders At Mr. Chinnaswamy stadium on Saturday May 17.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru approaches the playoffs despite washing
Despite the expectation full of hope and several inspections, the leaders of the match were finally left without any option to cancel the game. The disappointment was obvious among the players and the spectators, in particular given the high issues involved in the match. Although only one ball was upset due to continuous precipitation, the unique point won from washing brought the total of RCB to 17 points in 12 games, placing them firmly at the top of the dots table.
With two championship games to play, the equation is now simple for the Bengaluru team, only one victory will be sufficient to guarantee their passage to the direct elimination towers. RCB should face Sunrisers Hyderabad, WHO have already been eliminated eliminatory series the affirmations, on May 23 at home, followed by an outside match against the Lucknow Super Giants May 27. The team’s consistency, reinforced by a powerful range of strikers and an resurgent bowling attack, kept them in the form of an order while the league enters its final phase.
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Kolkata Knight Riders was eliminated from the assertion of the IPL 2025 eliminatory series
In contrast striking with the ascending trajectory of Bengaluru, the reigning champions KKR have seen their defense of the title officially end with the washing result. The unique point added to their total leaves them at 11 points from 13 games, and even a victory in their last championship match against the SRH would only bring them to 14 points, well below the required cut for a place in the playoffs. The KKR campaign in 2025, marked by an inconsistency and missed opportunities, has never been gaining momentum. Despite lightning lightning in individual performances, the team failed to mark enough victories to challenge the best contenders. The result of the rain reduction serves as a symbolism close to their discoloration campaign, highlighting a season which has never been up to expectations after their victory in 2024. With nothing more than pride in their final exit, KKR will consider rebuilding for next season.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Too bad it must end like this to @Kkriders. They had moments that they could have grasped but simply could not gather everything.
– Harsha Bhogle (@Bhogleharsha) May 17, 2025
A disappointing end of the season for reigning champions KKR. Hopefully they bounce stronger next year.
RCB, has an invisible “Q” before them – it is about to appear at any time, according to other correspondence results.– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) May 17, 2025
Really encouraging to see the fans appearing in white to honor @imvkohliis a remarkable test inheritance. A simple but powerful tribute to a player who inspired a generation and raised the stature of red ball cricket in India. #Viratkohli pic.twitter.com/xg2abwcbno
– Dr Sanjiv Goenka (@drsanjivgoenka) May 17, 2025
Next IPL, the knights will not be nice. We come with intention – to dominate, destroy and raise this trophy. 🏆
KKR forever! 💜#Amikkr @Kkriders @iamsrk @im_juhi
– Abhijit Jagtap (@iamabhijit) May 17, 2025
Our heart goes to @Kkriders – A difficult and sad outing for last year’s champions. Would have hurt less if they had dropped. As of @RcBtweetsNo need to celebrate too much – luck has played a more important role than to fight in your entry into the playoffs. #Kkr #RCB @Ipl
– 🄱🄳🄰🅂 (@dasbagoo) May 17, 2025
And this is the end of KKR’s trip in # IPL2025
RCB up to the playoffs with 17 points#RCBVKKR pic.twitter.com/3bekw6pahc
– Abhijeet ♞ (@theyorkerball) May 17, 2025
Called.#RCBVKKR
– SAURABH MALHOTRA (@malhotrasaurabh) May 17, 2025
All that to watch him rain for 3 hours pic.twitter.com/repdg5hwkq
– Heisenberg ☢ (@internetump) May 17, 2025
The reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders were officially out of the 2025 IPL eliminatory race.#Cricket #Ipl # IPL2025 #RCBVKKR pic.twitter.com/0dqazaqzbl
– Crickettimes.com (@CricketTimeMeshq) May 17, 2025
Disappointed!
Could only share a point every evening. 🌧️ pic.twitter.com/kdmlttqprz
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@Rcbtweets) May 17, 2025
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