IPL 2025, RCB vs KKR: Bengaluru weather forecast, hourly rain forecast

Rain has delayed proceedings in Bengaluru with overs expected to be reduced now.

With a spot in the playoffs on the line, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders resume the action as Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is back after a brief halt today at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The rain has finally stopped in Bengaluru after a lengthy delay with overs expected to reduce on the night. The super soppers are busy at work with the toss up next. 

 

The fans might have to go back empty-handed today, as it has been raining heavily in Bengaluru for the last couple of days and the weather report for Saturday is also less than encouraging for the fans.

 

 

Given the dynamic nature of weather and its significant impact on a game of cricket, let’s take a look at the weather forecasts from two different weather agencies for a clearer picture.  This match is set to be one of the most eagerly awaited clashes in the closing stages of IPL 2025. Its outcome will play a crucial role in shaping the playoff prospects for both RCB and KKR. Adding to the significance, it marks Virat Kohli’s first appearance since announcing his retirement from Test cricket. The buzz around the game is evident, with all tickets selling out well in advance, reflecting the high anticipation among fans.

 

Persistent rain, says Google Weather

 

According to a report from Google Weather, Bengaluru is expected to have rain starting 1 pm IST, which will continue to get heavier as the day progresses. The precipitation chances from 1 pm to 4 pm are 20 per cent, which will increase to 40 per cent for the next three hours. It is expected to pick up even more pace from 7 pm IST, as the precipitation chances from 7 pm till the end of the day are 50 per cent.

 

On top of that, Bengaluru is expected to have heavy rain in the coming days as well, which makes the chances of an abandoned match today in IPL 2025 even more prominent.

 

Little positive report from Accuweather

 

While Bengaluru’s weather report for Saturday from Accuweather.com is almost similar to Google’s, it suggests that the chances of rain are a little less than what Google Weather indicates. According to Accuweather, Bengaluru has a 25 per cent chance of rain from 1 pm to 3 pm, which will increase to 49 per cent by 4 pm.

 

Accuweather also predicts rain with lightning from 5 pm IST to 8 pm IST. While the chances of lightning decrease by 9 pm IST, it is expected that rain will continue to persist—and by all means, nothing suggests that RCB and KKR have any chance of cricket action today.