Rain Delays Toss But IPL Action Unfolds in Clash Between RCB and KKR

In an IPL match delayed by rain, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar opted to field after winning the toss against Kolkata Knight Riders. The match started after a delay of over an hour, with both teams making strategic changes to their line-ups.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Raipur | Updated: 13-05-2026 20:41 IST | Created: 13-05-2026 20:41 IST
Rain Delays Toss But IPL Action Unfolds in Clash Between RCB and KKR
Rajat Patidar

In a dramatic turn of events, Rajat Patidar, captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, won the toss and decided to field against Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match, which was affected by rain.

The toss, initially delayed due to a wet outfield, finally took place at 8:30 pm local time, pushing the match start to 8:45 pm, more than an hour later than scheduled. Despite the delay, the match retained its full number of overs under revised conditions.

Strategic changes were made by both teams. RCB replaced Romario Shepherd with Venkatesh Iyer, while KKR brought in Saurabh Dubey in place of the injured Varun Chakravarthy. Fans eagerly anticipate the clash amidst these adjustments.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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