RCB captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl first against KKR in the IPL 2026 clash in Raipur after the toss was delayed due to a wet outfield. A win for Royal Challengers Bengaluru could take them to the top of the IPL points table.
Raipur, May 13: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2026 clash at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Raipur on Wednesday.
The toss was delayed earlier due to a wet outfield following moisture concerns at the venue. Ground staff worked continuously to dry the affected areas before match officials cleared the field for play.
The contest carries major significance for RCB, who can climb to the top of the IPL 2026 points table with a victory over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders.
RCB entered the match in strong form and decided to chase after assessing the pitch conditions following the delayed start. KKR, meanwhile, will look to put up a competitive total and keep their playoff hopes alive in the ongoing tournament.
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