RCB win 1st toss of IPL 2025, opt to bowl

Sat, 22 March 2025

19:28

The toss goes to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who choose to field.

RCB skipper Rajat Patidar said, 'Weve chosen to bowl firstthe pitch looks hard. Its amazing to lead RCB and a big learning opportunity. Weve trained well over the last couple of weeks. Still figuring out the impact player rule! Were also playing 3 pacers and 2 spinners.'

Ajinkya Rahane, said 'Honoured to lead this team. Preparations been solid with a consistent core. Well look to put runs on the board and defend. Its about giving players freedom and playing as a unit. Were going in with 3 pacers and 2 spinners.'

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