IPL 2026
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium Pitch Report & Weather — RCB vs KKR, IPL 2026 — 13 May 2026
RCB vs KKR
· 07:30 PM IST
· Raipur
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
RCB
VS
KKR
Updated 13 May 2026, 08:41 AM
LIVE UPDATE
34.02°
🌧️
Temp
🌡 Temp 34.02°
💧 26%
🌧 100% rain
Match Weather Verdict
- Rain? → Full match expected
- Very low → Minimal impact during the second innings.
- Clear and hot evening conditions in Raipur.
Teams may prefer to bowl first on the challenging surface.
Weather Outlook — Match Day
Conditions look good for a full game
Weather Outlook — Match Day
RADAR INFO🌡️
34.02°C
Temp
💧
26%
Humidity
💨
6.89
Wind KM/H
🌧️
100%
Rain Chance
Temperature: The match will begin under hot conditions in Raipur, with temperatures around 38°C at 7:00 PM before gradually dropping later in the evening.
Rain: Rain is not expected during the match, with the precipitation chance remaining at 0 percent throughout the evening.
Wind: Light south-east to south-south-east winds around 13-15 km/h could continue during the game.
Humidity: Humidity levels will stay relatively low, starting near 25 percent and rising gradually to around 37 percent later at night.
✓
Humidity is expected to rise from around 25 percent to nearly 37 percent later in the night.
The surface should remain mostly dry during the first innings. Recent conditions in the RCB vs MI match at Raipur also suggested only limited dew under lights, with no major chasing advantage expected.
34.02°C
🌧️
Rainy
Next Radar Check: 07:15 PM IST
Swing & Seam Expectations
How the weather will influence the ball movement today
Swing chance
MODERATE
Fast bowlers from Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders could get slight movement early with the new ball. However, the dry weather and low humidity are unlikely to support a major swing.
Seam movement
MODERATE
The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium usually offers a flat batting surface. Pacers will need disciplined lengths and variations to control aggressive stroke play.
Ball condition
LIKELY TO STAY DRY
Humidity levels are expected to stay below 40 percent, which should keep the ball relatively dry during the second innings. Batters are likely to enjoy consistent conditions throughout the match.
Key insight
Dry Conditions Could Help Aggressive Batters
Fast bowlers are likely to get decent seam and swing movement early in the match. Batters should build the innings before accelerating during both innings.
Impact timeline
0 – 6 overs
Pacers could get slight movement with the new ball under clear evening skies.
7 – 15 overs
Batters are likely to dominate through the middle overs.
16 – 20 overs
Finishers should target boundaries late in the innings.
Bottom line:
Batters could struggle with conditions throughout the match. Bowlers may rely more on slower balls and cutters during the death overs on the surface.
❓ FAQs — Match Day Weather
Will the heat lead to hydration breaks during the match?
Answer: Yes, temperatures around 38°C could force players to take regular hydration breaks during the game.
How can the dry ball help spinners in Raipur?
Answer: The dry ball can help spinners grip the surface better and generate more turn during the middle overs.
Can batters expect a consistent bounce on this surface?
Answer: No, the pitch is unlikely to provide steady bounce for good stroke-play conditions.
How does the zero percent rain forecast affect toss strategy?
Answer: Captains can focus fully on pitch conditions without worrying about rain interruptions.
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