Kolkata/IBNS, March 21 -- The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is staring at a complete washout as rains and thunderstorms have been predicted in Kolkata over the weekend, media reports said.

The weather department has issued an orange alert for the opening match day (March 22).

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted thunderstorms and rain from Thursday to Sunday.

The ground staff are keeping the entire ground covered taking no chance.

Both KKR and RCB are having new captains for the season with Ajinkya Rahane has been picked as skipper for the home team while Rajat Patidar will lead the Bengaluru franchise. ...