RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad
2025.06.03
The two sides previously clashed in Qualifier 1 where RCB dismantled PBKS by eight wickets
On Tuesday, June 3, at the storied Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Punjab Kings (PBKS) will square off in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 final.
The matchup is expected to be one of the most exciting in the history of the competition, as both clubs are vying for their first IPL championship. With 19 points apiece, RCB and PBKS were the season’s two most notable teams, finishing first and second in the standings, respectively.
This season, the rivalry has already taken several turns. RCB lost to PBKS by five wickets in their first league encounter, but the Bengaluru-based team recovered to win by seven wickets in the rematch. The two teams subsequently faced off in Qualifier 1, when RCB easily chased down a modest score of 102 and destroyed PBKS by eight wickets. All eyes are now on Ahmedabad for a thrilling final, with history, atonement, and a first-ever title at stake.
An ideal location for stroke-makers, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is renowned for its genuine, batting-friendly surface. Batters may confidently play through the line since the pitch usually provides a strong foundation with equal bounce. With the new ball, pacers may receive some early movement under the lights, particularly during a night game, but the help usually wears off soon. The surface settles more as the game goes on, which benefits hitters and facilitates shot-making.
In the middle overs, spinners may be used to extract some grip and turn, especially if the surface is rather dry. Both departments stay in the game, though, since the bounce is constant. At this location, chasing has historically been the favored approach, with dew frequently playing a role in the second innings. In high-stakes games like the IPL final, captains who win the toss are therefore inclined to choose to bowl first.
The weather prediction for Tuesday’s IPL 2025 Final in Ahmedabad appears to be largely good. There is no significant risk of rain, although the day will be partly overcast with a modest 25% chance of showers. The early morning temperature will be 26°C, the afternoon high will be about 36°C, and by the evening, when the game is probably going to start, the temperature will have settled around 32°C. A 52% humidity level and 19 km/h breezes should help moderate the heat a little. Drizzle is a little possibility, but it won’t likely stop play. Conditions seem to be generally favorable for a complete, uninterrupted final at Narendra Modi Stadium.
Impact Player and Probable XI for RCB vs. PBKS
Josh Inglis (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harpreet Brar, Kyle Jamieson, Arshdeep Singh, Priyansh Arya, and Prabhsimran Singh are the Punjab Kings (PBKS) players.
Yuzvendra Chahal is an influential player.
Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Mayank Agarwal, Jitesh Sharma, Rajat Patidar (c & wk), Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, and Josh Hazlewood are the members of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Suyash Sharma is an impact player.
@Charith Rajapaksha
