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IPL 2025

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter AB de Villiers stated that if the side makes it to the IPL final, then he go to the stadium to witness the match live

AB de Villiers played with RCB for 11 seasons in IPL

AB de Villiers promised RCB and Virat Kohli that he will watch the final live from the stadium if they reach it

RCB's AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli in this frame

'I will be there...': AB de Villiers makes special 'IPL final' promise with RCB and Virat Kohli

RCB climbed to top of the IPL 2025 points table after after match against KKR got washed out which saw them getting to 17 points from 12 games

RCB's playoff spot still not confirmed despite accumulating 17 points to become table toppers

Both KKR and RCB got one point each after persistent match led to a frustrating washout match

Rajat Patidar looks on as rain washes out RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 clash

EXPLAINED: How RCB can still be eliminated from IPL 2025 despite topping charts with 17 points following washout against KKR?

RCB surged to top of the IPL 2025 points table after their match against KKR washed out due to continuous rain

The IPL 2025 clash between RCB and KKR was abandoned due to persistent rain 

Both the teams were awarded one point each after the frustrating washout

RCB's Virat Kohli (L) and KKR's Ajinkya Rahane in frame

IPL 2025 Updated Points Table: RCB rocket to top of the standings to close in on playoff spot, KKR eliminated after frustrating washout

Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL 2025 campaign finally ended after the clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) was washed out due to continuous rain

The abandoned match against RCB halted KKR's IPL 2025 campaign

The match between RCB and KKR was washed out due to persistent rain

IPL 2025: Defending champions KKR knocked out after match against RCB gets abandoned due to persistent rain in Bengaluru

Persistent rain has delayed the toss of the IPL 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at the M Chinnaswamy stadium

Continuous rain has delayed the toss of the RCB vs KKR's IPL 2025 match

Let's know the cut-off time of both 20-over and five-over match

The Spidercam lens is cover by an operative as toss is delayed due to rain prior to the 2025 IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at M Chinnaswamy Stadium

IPL 2025: What is the cut-off time for full 20-over and five-over RCB vs KKR match as persistent rain delays toss in Bengaluru

Australia legend Adam Gilchrist revealed his all-time IPL XI in which he included five Mumbai Indians superstars

Adam Gilchrist snubbed Virat Kohli in his all-time IPL XI

Gilchrist picked MS Dhoni as captain in his ultimate IPL XI

RCB's Virat Kohli (L) and CSK's MS Dhoni in frame

No place for Virat Kohli in Adam Gilchrist's all-time IPL XI, MS Dhoni named captain, 5 MI superstars included

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for match 58 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. 

RCB are currently second on IPL 2025 points table. 

KKR need to win all their remaining matches to qualify for playoffs. 

 General view of M Chinnaswamy Stadium as rain delays during the 2025 IPL match 

IPL 2025: What will happen if RCB vs KKR clash at Chinnaswamy Stadium gets washed out due to rain in Bengaluru?

Suresh Raina believes that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru will end their trophy drought by winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. 

Raina believes that RCB will be IPL 2025 winners.

Suresh Raina former cricketer of India during the India and England - 5th T20I match at Wankhede Stadium on February 2, 2025 in Mumbai, India.

'Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, and Punjab Kings are also doing well, but...': Suresh Raina picks this team as IPL 2025 winner

RCB director Mo Bobat gave a major update on the fitness status of skipper Rajat Patidar ahead of the side's clash against the Kolkata Knight Riders

Mo Bobat gives big update on Rajat Patidar's fitness ahead of the resumption of IPL

Rajat Patidar had sustained a finger injury during RCB's clash against CSK on May 3

RCB's Rajat Patidar in this frame

'He has practiced...': RCB team director provides massive injury update on Rajat Patidar ahead of KKR clash

RCB's director of cricket Mo Bobat said that Virat Kohli doesn't need attention from his Test retirement and is only ambitious about what he can achieve with Bengaluru-based franchise

RCB's Director of Cricket Mo Bobat reacted to Virat Kohli's Test retirement

Mo Bobat made it clear that Kohli doesn't want any attention from his Test retirement

RCB's batting maestro Virat Kohli in frame

'He doesn’t want any more of that, he is ambitious about...': Mo Bobat's clear cut take on Virat Kohli's Test retirement ahead of RCB vs KKR clash

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Football

Virgil van Dijk was left visibly frustrated after an emotional tribute at Wembley for Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva was disrupted, casting a shadow over the Community Shield clash.

A minute’s silence for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva was unexpectedly cut short before Liverpool’s Community Shield match.

Both teams and officials paid respects with wreaths laid on the pitch before the disruption occurred.

Virgil van Dijk furious after Crystal Palace fans disrupt emotional tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva

Virgil van Dijk

Barcelona showcased their attacking brilliance in the Joan Gamper Trophy, with Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez delivering standout performances in a dominant win over Como.

Fermin Lopez bags a brilliant brace as Barcelona dismantles Como.

Lamine Yamal scores twice, underlining his status as one of football’s brightest young talents.

Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez shine as Barcelona bulldozes Como in Joan Gamper Trophy

Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez

Manchester City secured a convincing win over Palermo, with new signing Tijjani Reijnders delivering a standout performance that left Pep Guardiola full of praise.

Tijjani Reijnders scores twice in a dominant 3-0 victory over Palermo.

Pep Guardiola hails the midfielder’s versatility and attacking instincts ahead of his Premier League debut.

Manchester City left red-faced after a major blunder in their latest game against Palermo

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola

Tennis

Jannik Sinner continues his Cincinnati Open title defense with a third-round clash against Canada’s Gabriel Diallo in their first-ever ATP Tour meeting.

Jannik Sinner set to face Gabriel Diallo for the first time on the ATP Tour.

Defending champion returns to action after his Wimbledon triumph.

Jannik Sinner poised for a career first at Cincinnati Open as he braces to face Gabriel Diallo

Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz begins his Cincinnati Masters campaign against Damir Dzumhur in the Round of 64. Here’s the full match schedule, start time, and where to watch live.

Carlos Alcaraz plays his first match since the Wimbledon final loss to Jannik Sinner.

Live broadcast available on Tennis Channel and major streaming platforms.

Carlos Alcaraz vs. Damir Dzumhur: How to watch Spaniard’s first Cincinnati Masters match

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RCB vs KKR, Match 58, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, 17 May 2025 - Summary