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IPL 2025 LIVE Score: RCB vs. GT In their first home game of the season, Flying Bengaluru takes on Gujarat.

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The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is buzzing with excitement as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in their first home game of **IPL 2025**. After a strong start to the season, RCB will look to continue their winning momentum, while GT, the 2022 champions, aim to bounce back from an inconsistent run. Fans are in for a thrilling contest as two of the league’s most explosive teams clash under the Bengaluru lights.  

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RCB’s Flying Start to IPL 2025
RCB, led by Faf du Plessis, have begun the season on a high note, winning two of their first three matches. The team’s batting looks formidable, with Virat Kohli in sublime touch, already notching up a century this season. Youngsters like Rajat Patidar and Cameron Green have also contributed crucial runs, making RCB’s middle order more reliable than in previous years.  

The bowling department, often RCB’s Achilles’ heel, has shown improvement with **Mohammed Siraj** leading the pace attack and **Lockie Ferguson** adding firepower. Spinners **Mayank Dagar** and **Glenn Maxwell** will play a key role on the Chinnaswamy’s traditionally batting-friendly pitch.  

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Gujarat Titans’ Search for Consistency
 
GT, under Shubman Gill’s captaincy, have had a mixed start, with one win and two losses. Their batting relies heavily on Gill and David Miller, but the middle order has struggled for stability. The absence of Hardik Pandya, who moved to Mumbai Indians, has left a gap in their all-round options.  

However, GT’s bowling remains a strong suit, with Rashid Khanand Mohit Sharma delivering in crunch moments. The inclusion of Umesh Yadav adds experience to their pace attack, but containing RCB’s power hitters on a small ground like Chinnaswamy will be a massive challenge.  

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Key Battles to Watch
 
1. Virat Kohli vs Rashid Khan– Kohli’s recent form against spin will be tested against Rashid’s guile.  
2. Faf du Plessis vs Mohammed Shami– The RCB skipper’s aggressive start could set the tone.  
3. Glenn Maxwell vs GT Spinners – If Maxwell gets going, the game could slip away from GT quickly.  
4. Shubman Gill vs RCB’s Pace Attack – Gill’s ability to handle Ferguson’s pace and Siraj’s swing will be crucial.  

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Pitch & Conditions  
The Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for high-scoring games, with short boundaries and a flat track favoring batsmen. However, dew in the second innings could make bowling tricky, making the toss an important factor. Teams batting first will aim for 200+, while chasing sides will back themselves to hunt down any total.  

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Predicted XIs 
RCB: Faf du Plessis (c), Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Mahipal Lomror, Lockie Ferguson, Mayank Dagar, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley.  
GT: Shubman Gill (c), Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohit Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Noor Ahmad, Spencer Johnson.  

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Match Prediction
 
RCB, with their strong batting lineup and home advantage, start as slight favorites. However, GT’s bowling attack, especially Rashid Khan, can turn the game in their favor. If GT’s top order fires, we could be in for a last-over thriller.  

Final Verdict: RCB to win a high-scoring contest, but GT’s spinners could make it close.  

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Where to Watch 
- TV: Star Sports Network  
- Streaming: JioCinema (Free)  
- Time:7:30 PM IST  

With both teams eager to make a statement, this RCB vs GT clash promises fireworks. Will Kohli & Co. dominate, or will Gill’s Titans pull off an upset? Stay tuned for live updates! #IPL2025 #RCBvsGT

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