The Indian Premier League 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens on Saturday is in danger of being rained out. Kolkata experienced early showers on Saturday, with more rain predicted later in the day. The match, scheduled to start at 7:30pm, may be affected by the inclement weather.
The current weather conditions at Eden Gardens are cloudy, adding uncertainty to the opening match. However, there is some sunlight breaking through the clouds, providing hope that the rain will stay away. The coin flip is set to take place at 7PM, with the match following at 7:30 PM. The weather will also impact the timing of the opening ceremony.
Despite earlier rainfall in Kolkata, the skies have cleared up for now. The opening ceremony is still on track, with fingers crossed for a rain-free event. Covers were seen on the field at Eden Gardens earlier, but they may be removed if the weather holds up. Fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the IPL 2025 season, hoping for an exciting match between the two teams.
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