RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Match 28, IPL 2025 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Injury Updates & Pitch Report

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) will be locking horns with Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 28th match of the Indian Premier League 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on April 13th at 3:30 PM IST. Both teams are coming after losing their last match, so they will be desperate for a win. Let’s look at the Dream11 prediction of the teams.

Match Information

• Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 28
• Date: April 13, 2025
• Time: 3:30 PM IST
• Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Weather: Clear skies with temperature around 33.1°C and 24% humidity.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium is known for being balanced, with good pace and bounce. Spinners might find some grip as the match progresses, making it a surface that invites high-scoring contests. The average first innings score here has been around 175, hinting at competitive totals.

Recent Team Form

• RR: L, W, W, L, L
• RCB: L, W, L, W, W

RR vs RCB: Probable Playing XIs

Rajasthan Royals (RR): Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Akash Madhwal, Sandeep Sharma, Dhruv Jurel. Impact: Shubham Dubey

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, Liam Livingstone, Krunal Pandya, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Siraj. Impact: Suyash Sharma

RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team

Wicketkeepers:

• Sanju Samson (RR) (VC)
• Philip Salt (RCB)

Batters:

• Virat Kohli (RCB) (C)
• Shimron Hetmyer (RR)
• Rajat Patidar (RCB)

All-rounders:

• Wanindu Hasaranga (RR)
• Krunal Pandya (RCB)
• Riyan Parag (RR)

Bowlers:

• Josh Hazlewood (RCB)
• Yash Dayal (RCB)
• Maheesh Theekshana (RR)

Key Player Picks

Virat Kohli (RCB): Kohli’s consistency and leadership on the field make him a top choice as captain. His skill at stabilising innings offers fantasy teams security.

Shimron Hetmyer (RR): Hetmyer’s explosive batting in the death overs can turn the game, making him a crucial pick for higher runs and quick scoring.

Sanju Samson (RR): Samson’s ability to dominate spin bowling in the middle overs is important. As a flexible batsman and key wicketkeeper, he earns extra points for your fantasy squad.

Josh Hazlewood (RCB): A threat in both power play and death overs, Hazlewood’s knack for taking crucial wickets is worth noting for your bowling picks.

RR vs RCB Match 28 Strategy

• The balanced pitch favours both pacers and spinners, making an even selection strategy ideal.
• Top-order batters, like Kohli and Samson, should be prioritised due to their form and consistency.
• Spinners may become more effective as the match progresses, so including players like Hasaranga and Theekshana can be beneficial.