Rain Threat Looms Over IPL 2025 Opener in Kolkata on March 22
Mar 21, 2025, 2:15 PM | Skymet Weather Team
TATA IPL Opener Likely to Be Disrupted by Rain Tomorrow | Image: AI-Skymet
The much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22nd and will continue until May 25th. The tournament will follow the T20 format and include a total of 10 teams battling it out in 74 matches. The format consists of a group stage followed by playoffs.
The opening match of the IPL will be played between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on March 22nd. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m., and cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this thrilling encounter. However, the excitement might be dampened as weather forecasts indicate the possibility of rain disrupting the match.
Meteorological predictions suggest that Kolkata may experience significant rainfall and thunderstorm activity on March 22nd. A high probability of rain is expected late at night on March 21st, potentially continuing until 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. on match day. Although the weather might temporarily clear up, the relief may be short-lived as cloud cover will persist.
As the day progresses and temperatures rise, the conditions may become conducive for thundercloud development. Rain or thunderstorms are likely to reappear by 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m., which coincides with the match timings. While a continuous downpour is not anticipated, intermittent showers could lead to frequent disruptions in play.
Cricket fans are keeping their fingers crossed, hoping that the rain gods show some mercy and allow an uninterrupted match. Nevertheless, both teams must be prepared for possible delays and interruptions. The final decision will depend on real-time weather conditions and the ground staff’s efforts to ensure a playable field.
Despite the weather concerns, the IPL 2025 opener promises to be an electrifying contest, and fans are hoping for a thrilling start to the tournament.
