Though weather conditions can change rapidly, Business Standard looks at the latest forecast and rain prediction as provided by Accuweather and BBC Weather.

Dark clouds have engulfed the city of Kolkata just hours ahead of the IPL 2025 opening match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Will rain continue to play the villain on what is expected to be a star-studded night at the City of Joy?

The excitement for the Indian Premier League season opener may take a back seat as a relentless drizzle upon Kolkata on Friday evening, brought an abrupt halt to the practice sessions of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).