Sat Mar 22 18:25:17 UTC 2025: ## RCB Demolish KKR in IPL 2025 Opener
**Kolkata, India** – Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) started their IPL 2025 campaign with a resounding seven-wicket victory over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on Saturday. Chasing a modest 174, RCB reached the target in just 16.2 overs, thanks to half-centuries from Phil Salt and Virat Kohli.
Kohli’s innings was particularly noteworthy, as it marked his entry into an elite club. He became only the third player to score over 1000 runs against KKR, joining David Warner and Rohit Sharma.
KKR’s batting struggled, with only captain Ajinkya Rahane managing a half-century. Despite strong bowling performances from Krunal Pandya (3/29) and Josh Hazlewood (2/22), RCB’s chase proved too effortless. The victory signals a strong start for RCB in the new IPL season, while KKR face an early setback.
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