# RCB vs KKR Match 57 Match Preview, Timings, Teams,Lineups, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/rcb-vs-kkr-match-57-preview-can-kkrs/  
Published: 2026-05-12  
Updated: 2026-05-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The top of the table meets a team on fire. RCB vs KKR in IPL 2026 Match 57 is shaping up to be one of the most compelling fixtures of the season — and Raipur’s slow, bowler-friendly pitch is going to make it even more unpredictable.

### RCB vs KKR Match 57 — Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Match | IPL 2026, Match 57 |
| Teams | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, May 13, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur |
| Live TV | JioStar Network Channels |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
| Prediction | RCB to win (75% probability) |

### Form & Context: Two Very Different Stories

RCB sit at the top of the [IPL 2026 points table](https://technosports.co.in/ipl/) with 7 wins from 11 matches. After two back-to-back losses, they bounced back with a nervy two-wicket win over Mumbai Indians — momentum restored, playoffs in sight.

![RCB vs KKR](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Rcsb-1024x683.webp)

KKR tell a more dramatic story. Eighth in the standings with 4 wins from 10, the three-time champions looked down and out earlier this season. But they’ve quietly won four matches in a row and are now dangerously close to forcing their way back into playoff contention.

### Pitch Report: Raipur Is Not a Batter’s Paradise

Don’t expect a run-fest. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium has already shown its cards this IPL — the pitch plays slow and stays low, with the new ball doing enough to trouble even settled batters. Spinners will be crucial in the middle overs. Expect both captains to prioritize the powerplay heavily.

Predicted scores: RCB **165–175** batting first | KKR **160–170** batting first.

### Predicted Playing XIs

**RCB:** Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell/Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar *Impact Player: Devdutt Padikkal*

**KKR:** Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (WK), Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Kartik Tyagi, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy *Impact Player: Finn Allen*

### Key Players to Watch

**Virat Kohli (RCB)** — 379 runs in 11 innings this season, but back-to-back ducks in his last two outings. A motivated Kohli on a slow pitch is still the biggest threat in this lineup. Check our [Virat Kohli IPL stats tracker](https://technosports.co.in/ipl/) for his full 2026 numbers.

**Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB)** — Purple Cap holder with 21 wickets in 11 matches. Already impressed at this exact Raipur venue. He’s RCB’s biggest weapon with the new ball.

**Sunil Narine (KKR)** — On a spin-friendly surface, Narine’s dual threat as opener and bowler could be the difference-maker for Kolkata.

### Head-to-Head Record

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Total Matches | 36 |
| RCB Wins | 15 |
| KKR Wins | 20 |
| Tie / No Result | 1 |
| Last Result | May 2025 — Match Abandoned |

KKR hold the all-time edge, but RCB’s current form and home-like comfort in India’s stadiums gives them the edge tonight. According to [Wikipedia’s IPL overview](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Premier_League), RCB and KKR rank among the tournament’s most historic rivalries across all 18+ seasons.

### Our Prediction: RCB to Win

With home momentum, a bowling attack suited to slow surfaces, and playoff qualification on the line, RCB are the favourites at **75%** win probability. KKR’s winning run makes them dangerous, but RCB’s depth is the difference. For live scores and updates, follow our [IPL 2026 coverage](https://technosports.co.in/ipl/).

### FAQs

### **Where is RCB vs KKR Match 57 of IPL 2026 being played?**

The match takes place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on May 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST.

### **Who is predicted to win today’s RCB vs KKR IPL 2026 match?**

 Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favourites with a 75% win probability, backed by their table-topping form and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s dominance with the ball this season.