RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final Weather Live Updates: One Eye on Title, Other on Sky in Ahmedabad

The stage is set for a thrilling finale at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the much-anticipated IPL 2025 final. Both teams are vying to end their 18-year wait for the prestigious IPL title. However, as cricket fans gear up for the showdown, the weather forecast is casting a shadow of uncertainty over the matchday.

Season Standouts Meet Again

Punjab Kings topped the group stage with nine wins out of 14 matches and one no-result, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru finished second with identical points but an inferior net run rate. The two sides previously clashed in Qualifier 1, where RCB secured a commanding victory by bowling out PBKS for just 101 runs and comfortably chasing the target. PBKS bounced back by defeating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 to book their spot in the final, setting up a repeat face-off with RCB.

Weather Concerns Cloud the Final

While excitement builds, cricket enthusiasts are closely monitoring the Ahmedabad skies. Forecasts predict intermittent rain showers throughout the day, raising concerns about possible interruptions during the evening match. According to AccuWeather, there is a 61% chance of rain on June 3, with showers expected in the afternoon.

Google Weather data highlights fluctuating precipitation chances: a moderate 20% between 9 AM and 11 AM, dipping slightly mid-day, before rising sharply to nearly 50-57% between 4 PM and 6 PM. However, rain chances drop significantly by the toss time at 7 PM, with only a 5% probability of showers and minimal risk through 11 PM.

Flexible Match Timings Could Save the Day

Fortunately, IPL regulations allow for an extended playing window. The final has a two-hour extra time allowance, similar to previous playoffs. This means a full 20-over-per-side game can start as late as 9:30 PM, while a reduced five-over contest could begin by 11:56 PM if rain delays persist.

In the 2025 playoffs, rain delayed the PBKS vs Mumbai Indians match by over two hours, but thanks to this flexible timing, a full game was completed despite the interruption.

Looking Ahead

Cricket fans across India and beyond are hopeful the rain holds off to allow a fair contest between these two deserving finalists. The IPL 2025 final not only promises high-octane cricket but also a chance for either RCB or PBKS to finally lift the coveted IPL trophy after years of trying.

Stay tuned for minute-by-minute weather updates and live coverage of the IPL 2025 final from Ahmedabad.