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RCB Vs KKR IPL 2022 Match 6: Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, And Dream11 Team Prediction

RCB vs KKR IPL 2022 Match 6: Full Preview, Match Details, Probable XIs, Pitch Report and Dream11 Team Prediction

Mar 29, 2022, 6:58 AM4 min read

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 6th match of IPL 2022 on 30th March from 7:30 PM onwards at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai.

Kolkata Knight Riders have started their title journey with a win against Chennai Super Kings on the first day of IPL 2022. Meanwhile, RCB faced defeat in their very first game against Punjab Kings.

Make your dream11 team prediction and IPL 2022 Fantasy League prediction with our fantasy cricket tips and suggestions. Get early updates, game previews, news, suggestion, prediction for your fantasy team in our exclusive section Fantasy Sports.

RCB Vs KKR : 6th Match Preview

Match Details:-

Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match 6
Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai.
Date & Time: 30th March 2022 at 7:30 pm (IST)
Where to Watch Live: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar, and JIO TV.

Also Read: ICC Women's World Cup 2022, Semi-Final 1: Australia Women vs West Indies Women Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, and Dream11 Team Prediction

Pitch Report: RCB Vs KKR: Match 6

Pitch Report: The pitch of DY Patil Sports Academy is a useful one for both the pacers and spinners. Both the teams have capable batters and hitters and they can use the powerplay overs to add some good runs to the scoreboard. There are chances that the pitch might slow down as the match moves ahead. The captains will look forward to winning the toss as the dew has a huge role to play in the second part of the match.

Head to Head Stats:

Matches Played: 14
Won by RCB: 7
Won by KKR: 7

Injury News:

There is no injury news till now from both teams.

Read Also: IPL 2022 GT vs LSG Match Report | Shami and Tewatia power GT to an impressive win

Team News:

Royal Challengers Bangalore:

RCB Vs KKR IPL 2022 Match 6: Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, And Dream11 Team Prediction | SportzPoint.com
RCB skipper Faf Du Plessis after reaching his half-century against PBKS
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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) put up a huge total of 205 in their previous game but can't defend the total next. They are currently at the bottom of the points table with one loss in as many games. Skipper Faf smashed 88 runs while Kohli remain not out on 41 in the last match. Siraj took two wickets but can't resist their loss.

Also Read: SRH Vs RR IPL 2022 Match 5: Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, And Dream11 Team Prediction

Kolkata Knight Riders:

RCB Vs KKR IPL 2022 Match 6: Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, And Dream11 Team Prediction | SportzPoint.com
Umesh Yadav after taking his first wicket in the match against CSK
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Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders are coming from a huge victory against Chennai Super Kings and will be in high confidence. The comeback of Umesh Yadav in the team has boosted the team bowling unit as he took two wickets giving away just 20 runs. However, Rahane scored 44 runs in the opening clash and is looking in great touch. Tim Southee is now in with the team and will be available for selection. KKR is currently in third place in the points table with 2 points in one game.

RCB vs KKR: Match 6: Possible Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore:

Faf du Plessis (C)
Anuj Rawat
Virat Kohli
Dinesh Karthik (wk)
Sherfane Rutherford
Shahbaz Ahmed
Wanindu Hasaranga
David Willey
Harshal Patel
Akash Deep
Mohammed Siraj

Kolkata Knight Riders:

Ajinkya Rahane
Venkatesh Iyer
Nitish Rana
Shreyas Iyer (C)
Sam Billings (wk)
Sheldon Jackson
Andre Russell
Sunil Narine
Shivam Mavi
Umesh Yadav
Varun Chakravarthy

Read Also: ICC Women's World Cup semifinals and final schedule and fixture

IPL Fantasy Cricket Dream11 Team Prediction: RCB vs KKR: Match 6:

RCB Vs KKR IPL 2022 Match 6: Full Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report, And Dream11 Team Prediction | SportzPoint.com
RCB Vs KKR Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction

Wicket-keeper: Dinesh Kartik
Batters: Ajinkya Rahane, Faf Du Plessis, Shreyas Iyer, Nitish Rana
All-rounders: Andre Russell, Venkatesh Iyer, Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Umesh Yadav, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj

Captain: Faf Du Plessis
Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Other C/VC options: Andre Russell, Wanindu Hasaranga

You must change your team if any of these players aren't announced in the starting lineup.

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"Wear whites for Virat": RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute

Get ready to witness a sea of whites in Chinnaswamy stadium. RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute. Check the full article for all the details.

May 16, 2025, 7:40 AM2 min read

"Wear whites for Virat": RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute | sportzpoint.com

RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute? Yes! Fans are planning a special "wear white" initiative and asking the crowd to show up in whites for the upcoming RCB vs KKR match at Chinnaswamy Stadium on May 17, 2025.

As the IPL is set to resume tomorrow, and we will witness Virat Kohli play his first match after his announcement of test retirement, fans are organising a heartfelt tribute for the King!

The viral spread of white wave

A fan-driven moment is going viral recently where they call the crowd to wear white for a collective tribute to Virat Kohli after his test retirement.

Whether you have a test jersey or not, all they ask for is wearing anything white instead of the jerseys of IPL franchises.

Discussions on Reddit

The white tribute takes shape on reddit as fans try to reach out as much as possible.

Reddit discussion on how RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute | sportzpoint.com
Reddit discussion thread on wear white in Chinnaswamy tribute. Image | Reddit

Fans pledge to wear white in Instagram comments

Fans leave heartfelt messages on comments section of official Royal Challengers Bengaluru Instagram page.

RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute | sportzpoint.com
Comments on RCB's official Instagram handle. Image | Instagram 

Hashtags like #WearWhiteForVirat, #KohliTestTribute, and #KohliTestFarewell are the ones people are using to make this a trend before the upcoming IPL 2025 match.

RCB fans in Bengaluru to wear white for Virat Kohli Test tribute | sportzpoint.com
Comments on RCB's official Instagram handle. Image | Instagram 

Content Creators spreading the word

Many content creators have joined hands to support this initiative and they are getting huge responses.

Harsha Bhogle reacts on Twitter 

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IPL 2025: Here are the overseas players who might not come for the remainder of the tournament

Will your favourite overseas IPL star leave mid-season? Check out the list of overseas players who might not come for the remainder of the tournament in IPL 2025.

May 15, 2025, 2:13 PM2 min read

IPL 2025: Here are the overseas players who might not come for the remainder of the tournament

As IPL 2025 faced disruptions and was suspended on 9th May, 2025, most of the overseas players returned back to their respective home countries.

The tournament is set to resume from 17th May, 2025, and it raises a crucial question about how many overseas players can rejoin their franchises.

Given their international commitments and other issues, check out the overseas players who might not come for the remainder of the tournament in IPL 2025 for each team.

IPL 2025 Points Table

Firstly, see where each team stands before the tournament resumes.

Position  Teams Matches Played Won Lost NRR Points

1

Gujarat Titans  11 8 3 +0.793 16
2 Royal Challengers Bengaluru  11 8 3 +0.482 16
3 Punjab Kings  11 7 3 +0.376 15
4 Mumbai Indians  12 7 5 +1.156 14
5 Delhi Capitals 11 6 4 +0.362 13
6 Kolkata Knight Riders 12 5 6 +0.193 11
7 Lucknow Super Giants 11 5 6 -0.469 10
8 Sunrisers Hyderabad 11 3 7 -1.192 7
9 Rajasthan Royals 12 3 9 -0.718 6
10 Chennai Super Kings 12 3 9 -0.992 6

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Overseas players return status for the remainder of IPL 2025

Teams

Return in Doubt

(players who might not come back)

Confirmed Arrivals

(players who are/have come back)

Players who stayed back in India

GT - Jos Buttler (Will be replaced in playoffs), Gerald Coetzee Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Sherfane Rutherford, D. Shanaka, K. Janat, Glenn Philips  
RCB Josh Hazlewood Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Phil Salt, Liam Livingston, Nuwan Thushara, Tim David, Lungi Ngidi -
PBKS Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie Marco Jansen, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Azmatullah Omarzai,  -
MI Ryan Rickelton, Will Jacks, Corbin Bosch Trent Boult, Bevon Jacobs, Mujeeb Ur Rahaman, Reece Topley, Mitchell Santner -
DC Mitchell Starc, Faf du Plessis Tristan Stubbs, Dushmantha Chameera, Donovan Ferreira -
KKR Moeen Ali, Rovman Powell Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Quinton de Kock, Spencer Johnson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Anrich Nortje -
LSG - Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Matthew Breetzke, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran, Shamar Joseph -
SRH Wiaan Mulder Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Heinrich Klassen, Kamindu Mendis, Eshan Malinga -
RR Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Fazalhaq Farooqi Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius
CSK Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran Matheesha Pathirana, Dewald Brevis, Nathan Ellis  Noor Ahmad

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The Kohli Effect: Will Indian fans lose interest in Test cricket after Virat Kohli's retirement?

Virat Kohli's influence on cricket in India is huge. Now that he has retired from tests, here we are to examine "The Kohli Effect." Will Indian fans lose interest in Test cricket after Virat Kohli's retirement? It is an important question to follow.

May 14, 2025, 5:25 AM3 min read

The Kohli Effect: Will Indian fans lose interest in Test cricket after Virat Kohli's retirement? | sportzpoint.com

Virat Kohli's decision to step away from tests makes it a key question to ask, observe and analyse its effects on fans and their engagement with Test cricket.

People on the internet are talking about the closure of a big chapter. So, now that the chapter is closed, it will be crucial to check if the fans still embrace the long format.

Let's dive into the depths of this particular question that will rise in the days ahead: Will Indian fans lose interest in Test cricket after Virat Kohli's retirement?

Kohli's unmatched influence on Test cricket fandom

Virat Kohli's fan engagement raise the question that Will Indian fans lose interest in Tes cricket after Virat Kohli's retirement? | sportzpoint.com
Virat Kohli walking out of the pavillion as the crowd cheer up in joy. Image | Pinterest 

Virat Kohli has left his mark and impact beyond just his bat and performance. The sentimental connection fans had with him in tests is hard to put into words.

Considering India had exceptional test cricketers like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and Sunil Gavaskar, what is it about this man that his test exit is feeling like an irreplaceable void?

  • Virat Kohli is the most successful Indian Test captain and holds the record for most victories, with 40 wins in total.
  • His captaincy at home soil was exceptional, which showed everyone how dominant the Indian team can be, winning 24 out of 31 matches.
  • Kohli's presence in Tests was unique. He inspired millions of fans to watch the format, who were drawn by his presence and performance.
  • He fundamentally reshaped the Test landscape for India by proving the entire world that this country is equally good in Test just like other formats.
  • Kohli's on-field intensity made every moment iconic for the teammates and fans to watch.
  • He holds the record for scoring the most double centuries as an Indian batter, with 7 double centuries in his career. 
  • Kohli's hunger for doing better and delivering crucial knocks and centuries for the team has drawn so many non-cricket fans to watch this format.
  • Fans felt a strong emotional connection to his journey, following the highs and lows, and his commitment to winning for India.

Read Also: Most successful Test captains from India

What could Kohli's absence mean for the Test in India?

Will Indian fans lose interest in Test cricket after Virat Kohlis retirement? | sportzpoint.com
A kid holding a banner in a crowd during a match of the Indian cricket team. Image | Hindustan Times 

Virat Kohli's role in this format has been significant, on and off the ground. The reaction of fans after his retirement news made it clear how he has defined an entire generation's perception of the format.

Social media is flooded with posts and comments like "End of an Era," "Test cricket won't be the same without the King," "Grew up watching him fire in tests, a part of our childhood is gone today," and many others.

While some people are recalling those "memories and battles," some are acknowledging "the irreplaceable void and future of test cricket for India."

Read Also: "End of an era": Cricketing world reacts to Virat Kohli's test retirement

The kind of reaction and energy from the fandom makes it obvious to speculate how challenging it can be to keep the same level of interest in tests now. It makes it even questionable as the former captain, Rohit Sharma, has also decided to retire from Test cricket, days before Kohli's retirement.

The whole nation will definitely miss Ro-Ko in tests. But will it affect their interest in this format?

It will be a vital thing to keep an eye on in the future.

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Fav four in Test cricket: Kohli vs Root vs Williamson vs Smith stats in Tests

Let's take a look at the statistics of the Fav Four in Test cricket.

May 12, 2025, 1:24 PM3 min read

Fav four in Test cricket: Kohli vs Root vs Williamson vs Smith stats in Tests

Cricket, a sport loved by millions around the world, has witnessed the rise of several legendary players. In the modern era, four exceptional batsmen have stood out with their consistent brilliance, earning them the title of the “Fab Four players.” Their performances are often compared under the widely discussed Fab four Stats.

These iconic cricketers – Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Kane Williamson, and Steve Smith have set new benchmarks for batting excellence across formats. 

Virat Kohli recently announced his retirement from Test cricket earlier today (May 12) with a post on his official Instagram handle. He ended his 14-year illustrious career in the format.

In this article, we will take a closer look at their remarkable careers, comparing their updated statistics and achievements to understand what makes them the finest batsmen of the modern era in Test cricket. 

Also Read: Fav four in cricket: Kohli vs Root vs Williamson vs Smith overall stats

So, let's take a look at the statistics of the Fav Four in Test cricket.

Fav four in Test cricket | Kohli vs Root vs Williamson vs Smith

Test cricket, often considered the ultimate test of a player’s skill and temperament, has seen these four players shine brightly. Here’s how they stack up in the longest format.

Virat Kohli's peak in Test cricket arrived well before the likes of Joe Root and Kane Williamson. Steve Smith matched him toe to toe during that period, but the 12-month ban due to the sandpaper gate overshadowed his brilliance in the format. 

However, when we compare the numbers of Fab four in 2025, Kohli has fallen way behind his contemporaries. Root is at the peak of his powers in Test cricket in the last five years while Williamson has never really been out of form in the whites.

Smith has been on and off over the last couple of years, but his form has never been a concern for Australia in Tests. When it comes to runs, averages and centuries, Kohli ranks last among Fab four and a lot of it has to do with his downfall in the format since November 2019.

Also Read: Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Here is a comparison of Fav four in Test cricket.

Player Mat Inns Runs HS Ave SR 100s 50s
Virat Kohli 123 210 9230 254* 46.85 55.57 30 31
Joe Root 152 278 12972 262 50.87 57.47 36 65
Kane Williamson 105 186 9276 251 54.88 51.78 33 37
Steve Smith 116 206 10271 239 56.74 53.56 36 41

Fav four in Test cricket | How Kohli finished in Tests compared to Fab four

It is certain that Virat Kohli, who was once untouchable in the debate of Fab Four, will remain at the bottom forever when compared to his contemporaries. Only if his form hadn't dropped after November 2019, the 36-year-old, today, has stepped down from the format with some unreal numbers.

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Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket after playing the format for 14 odd years. So let's take a look at Sachin vs Kohli stats comparison in Test cricket.

May 12, 2025, 12:18 PM4 min read

Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli are two such names in Test cricket who have taken Indian cricket to new heights. While Sachin is called the 'God of Cricket', Virat has proved himself to be the greatest batsman of the modern era with his aggressive style and consistency.

Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket after playing the format for 14 odd years. Kohli, also the former Test captain of India, made his debut in the format in 2011, and since then he had been India's main man in the red ball format.

Also Read: Virat Kohli in Tests: In Numbers

So let's take a look at Sachin vs Kohli stats comparison in Test cricket.

Tendulkar's Test career

Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar played his first test match in 1989 against Pakistan. He played 200 test matches for the Indian cricket team, in which he remained unbeaten 33 times in 329 innings and managed to score 15,921 runs at an average of 53.78. He scored 51 centuries and 68 half-centuries. Tendulkar's best score in Test cricket was 248* runs. Sachin played his last Test match in the year 2013.

200 329 15921 248* 53.78 51 68
Mat Inns Runs HS Ave 100s 50s

Kohli's Test Career

Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Kohli played his first Test match in 2011 against West Indies. He was last seen playing against the Australia in January 2025. He scored 9,230 runs in 210 innings of 123 matches at an average of 46.85. He scored 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries from his bat. Kohli's best score has been 254*. During this period, Kohli also remained unbeaten in 13 innings.

123 210 9230 254* 46.85 55.57 30 31
Mat Inns Runs HS Ave SR 100s 50s

Sachin vs Kohli | Stats at number four

Tendulkar played 177 Test matches for India at number four. He was successful in scoring 13,492 runs in 275 innings at an average of 54.40. He scored 44 centuries and 58 half-centuries. His best score was 248*.

Kohli managed to score 7,564 runs at an average of 50.09 in 160 innings of 98 matches at number four. He scored 26 centuries and 21 half-centuries. His best score was 254* runs.

Sachin vs Kohli | Stats as a captain

Sachin vs Kohli: Stats Comparison in Test Cricket

Tendulkar captained India in 25 Test matches. The team won 4 matches and lost 9 matches. 12 matches were drawn. His winning percentage was 30.76.

Kohli captained the Indian team in 68 matches. The team won 40 matches and lost 17 matches. 11 matches were drawn. Kohli's winning percentage was 70.17.

Sachin vs Kohli | Most Test matches

This is one record that will be very hard to break for anybody. Let's just say that at this moment in time, it looks impossible to break Sachin Tendulkar's record for most Test matches.

Often regarded as the 'God of Cricket', Sachin Tendulkar played 200 Test matches in his illustrious career, whereas Virat Kohli ends his career with 123 Test matches.

Also Read: Fav four in cricket: Kohli vs Root vs Williamson vs Smith overall stats

Sachin vs Kohli | Most centuries

This is one record that Kohli was expected to break, but unfortunately, he did fall short of going past Sachin Tendulkar. But this does not take away the fact that Kohli is an all-time great and is one of the geniuses that the game has ever seen.

Sachin Tendulkar has 51 Test hundreds to his name, whereas Kohli ends his career with 30 Test hundreds.

Sachin vs Kohli | Most Test Runs

Kohli and Sachin, they have scored runs around the globe and in all conditions. This makes them two greats to have ever played the game. Sachin ended his Test career with 15,921 runs, whereas Kohli called time on his career after scoring 9,230 runs.

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