The TATA IPL 2025 season is set to reignite classic rivalries and introduce emerging contenders. The tournament kicks off with the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22 at Eden Gardens.   Notably, RCB has bolstered their squad by re-signing seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar for ₹107.5 million.   Additionally, England’s all-rounder Liam Livingstone joins RCB, expressing confidence that Bengaluru’s conditions will better suit his playing style compared to his previous tenure with Punjab.   These strategic moves position RCB as strong contenders, intensifying the competition in IPL 2025