IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony Weather Update
Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the grand start of IPL 2025, with Kolkata Knight Riders set to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22 at Eden Gardens. However, the excitement might be dampened—literally—as weather forecasts predict rain and thunderstorms that could impact both the match and the opening ceremony. So let’s look at the IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony Weather Update.
Kolkata Weather Forecast for March 22
According to google weather, Kolkata is likely to experience evening showers, with a 55% chance of rain lasting up to two hours, and overall, the weather remains cloudy throughout match hours.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued a weather alert, with thunderstorm, lightning and rainfall is expected, attributing the unstable conditions to an anticyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal. This raise concerns over possible delays or even an abandoned match.
IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony
Before the match, Eden Gardens will host a star-studded IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony from 6 PM, featuring performances by celebrities like Disha Patani, Varun Dhawan, Shreya Ghoshal, Karan Aujla, and Arijit Singh. The ceremony will blend live music, dance, a laser show, and a special showcase of West Bengal’s rich culture. Dignitaries, including West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, are expected to grace the event.
Kolkata is hosting an IPL opening ceremony for the first time since 2015, making this a significant occasion. However, with rain in the forecast, fans are left wondering whether the event will proceed as planned.
KKR vs RCB performance at the Eden Gardens
In terms of past performances, KKR has a strong record at Eden Gardens, winning 8 out of 12 matches against RCB at this venue. The Kolkata franchise will look to build on their championship-winning 2024 season, while RCB, who finished fourth last year after losing in the Eliminator, will aim for a stronger start this time.
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