Kolkata Eden Gardens Weather LIVE Updates, KKR vs RCB IPL 2025: Thunderstorm Warning Issued
The IPL 2025 season is set to begin on Saturday with the opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens. However, the game faces a significant risk of cancellation due to bad weather, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert.
According to IMD, thunderstorms and rain are expected in South Bengal from Thursday to Sunday. For March 22, the opening day of IPL 2025, an Orange Alert has been issued, while a Yellow Alert is in place for Sunday.
March 22, 2025 – 10:32 AM (IST) | Current Weather in Kolkata
About 4 km from Eden Gardens, the weather at 10:00 AM shows cloudy skies with strong winds, but no rain so far.
March 22, 2025 – 10:22 AM (IST) | IMD Issues Orange Alert
According to ESPNCricinfo, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an “Orange Alert” in Kolkata due to heavy rainfall predictions. The IPL 2025 opener between KKR and RCB is likely to be affected.
March 22, 2025 – 10:05 AM (IST) | Eden Gardens’ Condition on Friday
Despite the rain, the ground has been covered, and the drainage system is ready. “This is IPL, anything is possible!”
March 22, 2025 – 10:00 AM (IST) | Regional Meteorological Centre’s Update
The Regional Meteorological Centre, Kolkata has predicted a very high probability of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds.
March 22, 2025 – 09:29 AM (IST) | Practice Sessions Disrupted by Rain
A steady drizzle forced KKR and RCB to cut short their evening practice sessions at Eden Gardens. The session started at 5:00 PM, but rain began around 6:00 PM, bringing ground staff into action while players had to stop training.
March 22, 2025 – 09:15 AM (IST) | Will Rain Disrupt IPL 2025 Opener?
🔹 Good news for fans! Weather conditions in Kolkata are showing signs of improvement. Earlier predictions estimated an 80% chance of rain, but the situation is now looking better.
March 22, 2025 – 09:13 AM (IST) | Rain Probability Updates
🌧️ Kolkata Weather Forecast:
- 6:00 PM: 40% chance of rain
- 7:00 PM: 40% chance of rain
March 22, 2025 – 09:00 AM (IST) | Countdown to IPL 2025 Begins!
Just a few hours left for the grand opening match of IPL 2025! Defending champions KKR will host RCB at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. However, rain remains a significant concern.
Stay tuned for more LIVE updates! 🌧️🏏🔥
