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RCB host KKR at Raipur. Virat Kohli vs Varun Chakravarthy — class against mystery. Can the mystery spinner outsmart the GOAT of IPL run-scoring?
Why You Should Watch This Match
- 1Kohli vs Varun Chakravarthy — unorthodox mystery spin vs the greatest IPL batter
- 2Narine's all-round contribution — opening bat AND taking wickets
- 3Phil Salt's aggressive opening at a flat Raipur surface
- 4May 13 — penultimate round of league stage
RCB vs KKR Head to Head Record
Raipur Pitch Report
Raipur is a flat batting track. High scores of 175-190 are expected at this venue.
Toss Decision
Chase is preferred at Raipur due to dew factor in evening games.
Key Player Battle
Virat Kohli vs Varun Chakravarthy
RCB Key Players
- Virat Kohli
- Rajat Patidar
- Phil Salt
- Josh Hazlewood
- Krunal Pandya
KKR Key Players
- Sunil Narine
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Rinku Singh
- Finn Allen
Fantasy Cricket
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is RCB vs KKR IPL 2026?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Match 57 is scheduled for 13 May 2026 at 07:30 pm IST at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur.
What is the RCB vs KKR head to head record?
In 30 IPL encounters, Royal Challengers Bengaluru leads 17-13. There have been 0 no results.
What is the pitch report for RCB vs KKR at Raipur?
Raipur is a flat batting track. High scores of 175-190 are expected at this venue.
Who will win RCB vs KKR IPL 2026 Match 57?
Based on current form, squad strength, and venue conditions, this promises to be a closely contested match. Check our detailed prediction and Dream11 tips for expert analysis.
What is the average score at Raipur?
The average first innings score at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur is approximately 175-190. Expect high scores on this batting-friendly surface.
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More IPL 2026 Matches
View full IPL 2026 scheduleLast updated: 22 May 2026. All match timings are in IST. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.