Persistent drizzle interrupted practice sessions of KKR and RCB at Eden Gardens, ahead of their IPL 2025 opener. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of severe weather including thundersqualls and moderate rainfall, potentially disrupting the planned opening ceremony and match schedules.
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