After a long wait, two trophyless giants -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) -- face off in the Indian Premier League 2025 final on June 3 at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Both teams are hungry to end their title droughts -- 9 years for RCB’s first final appearance and 11 years since Punjab last reached the IPL final.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led by Rajat Patidar, earned their spot in the final by defeating their rivals, Punjab Kings by 8 wickets in Qualifier 1. Meanwhile, the table toppers PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, came a long way by beating Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator by 5 wickets, ending MI's pursuit of a record-breaking sixth IPL title.
RCB Vs PBKS, IPL 2025 Final: Hourly Ahmedabad Weather Forecast Today
RCB Vs PBKS, IPL 2025 Final: Weather Report
Meanwhile, not only the star studded teams but also rain seems to have a role on the big night. According to AccuWeather, there is a 64% chance of rain in Ahmedabad on match day, with possible drizzle and wet outfield causing delays just like it happened in Qualifier 2. The MI vs PBKS match was postponed by over two hours, started at 9:45 PM IST.
Now, the rain may affect the start time, but the forecast suggests conditions could clear after 7 PM local time. The temperature during the game is expected to be around 31°C with average humidity of around 60 percent.
What If Rain Washouts RCB Vs PBKS, IPL 2025 Final Match?
However, if it rains enough to result in a washout on June 3, then, a reserve day is scheduled for June 4. If rain disrupts play on both days, the final could be washed out entirely. Should that happen, Punjab Kings will be crowned champions as they finished the league stage at the top of the points table with 18 points and a superior net run rate over RCB, who finished second with the same points tally. This scenario would mark a first-of-its-kind conclusion to an IPL final.
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report:
The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch is known for its balanced nature, favoring batsmen with consistency. The surface generally supports stroke play, making it ideal for power hitters from both teams.
After sometime in the match, the pitch provides some assistance to the spinners, particularly if the outfield remains slightly damp due to rain. Early morning conditions might offer bowlers a slight edge, but overall, the pitch promises a high-scoring thriller.
