Why are RR Playing its home match in Guwahati against KKR?
Rajasthan Royals are set to play their second match of the season against Kolkata Knight Riders at ACA Stadium, Guwahati. But, why are RR playing their home match in Guwahati instead of playing at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Let’s take a look at why RR are playing its home match in Guwahati against KKR.
Why Guwahati?
A major change this season has left fans curious, as RR will not play their home matches at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Instead, they will face KKR in Guwahati. Traditionally, RR has hosted games at Jaipur, but this shift to Barsapara Stadium has caught attention. Although the franchise has not provided a clear reason for this change, Barsapara Stadium did host two of RR’s home matches last season, a trend that will continue in IPL 2025. Additionally, RR is scheduled to play another match against CSK at the same venue on March 30.
This venue change may also be in line with the BCCI’s initiative to take IPL matches to various parts of India, aiming to promote cricket across a wider geographical area. By selecting Guwahati as the new location for the Royals’ home fixtures, the BCCI could be seeking to expand the game’s reach and influence in different regions. The shift has sparked curiosity among fans, and it remains to be seen how this change will impact the team and their supporters.
How is the pitch at Guwahati?
The pitch at ACA Stadium Guwahati is set to be slow-batting pitch, as the pitch supports spinners in the middle overs. Teams have known to reach 200-run mark for 4 out of 6 times played here, and Kolkata Knight Riders who have the top-tier spin quality with Varun Chakravarthy is going to be crucial against the spin-hitting batter Sanju Samson.
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