The IPL 2025 showdown between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday faced a delay due to persistent rain. The toss, originally scheduled for 7:00 PM IST, was pushed back following a steady drizzle that set in before the match. Consequently, the start time of 7:30 PM IST was also deferred.

As per the IPL playing conditions, a match beginning at 7:30 PM IST is expected to conclude by 10:50 PM IST. However, an additional 60 minutes of extra time is allotted to ensure a result, allowing play to extend until 11:50 PM IST if necessary. If ground conditions improve and the umpires determine that a five-over contest is feasible within that timeframe, the match can proceed accordingly.