New Delhi, March 22 -- IPL 2025 kicks off today, March 22, with a high-voltage clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The opening match will be held at the iconic Eden Gardens, with the action set to begin at 7:30 PM. Let's take a look at 5 key players in today's KKR vs RCB match.

Virat Kohli, who has been playing for RCB since 2008, is the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 8004 runs in 252 matches. Averaging 38.66 with a strike rate of 131.97, he has smashed 8 centuries and 55 fifties, including 705 fours and 272 sixes. A consistent performer, Kohli remains the backbone of RCB's batting across seasons.

Varun Chakravarthy has played 31 IPL matches, taking 36 wickets with a best of 5/20. Known for his m...