IPL 2026 RCB vs KKR Rain Update: The toss for the match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur was cancelled due to rain. So let's find out when the match will begin.

IPL 2026 RCB vs KKR match 57 rain update

IPL 2026 RCB vs KKR Rain Latest Update: In the 57th match of IPL 2026, the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders will face each other at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. The rain in Raipur is making the match difficult. Due to rain and a wet field, the toss was not scheduled for 7:00 PM.

The entire field is wet due to rain, which will take time to dry. The match start time has been announced. The toss will take place at 8:30 am. The match will begin 15 minutes later, at 8:45 am. The match will start 1 hour and 15 minutes late. This update was released by the IPL. It is noteworthy that despite the delayed start, there has been no reduction in overs. The match will be played for a full 20-over format.

It is necessary to have a 5-5 over match

It should be noted that according to the rules, a match must be played for a minimum of 5 overs to be decided. If rain interrupts the match again, the minimum overs rule may be applied. If even 5 overs cannot be played, the match will be abandoned. In this situation, both teams will be awarded 1 point each.

KKR's matches have been washed out by rain earlier in the season.

A match between the Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was scheduled for April 6 at Eden Gardens. The match was abandoned due to rain, and both teams were awarded one point each.

KKR's problems will increase if the match is cancelled

If rain returns and the match is abandoned, it could be very difficult for the Kolkata Knight Riders to secure a playoff spot. Currently, the team has played 10 league matches, winning four and losing five, with one match abandoned due to rain. The team has nine points. If this match is abandoned, KKR will have ten points after 11 matches. In this situation, the team will have to win all three remaining league matches to secure a playoff spot.