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IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Opt to Bowl First Against Chennai Super Kings

In the IPL 2026 opener, Rajasthan Royals have opted to bowl first after winning the toss against Chennai Super Kings. The match is notable for the absence of MS Dhoni, who is sidelined due to injury. With a strong record against CSK, the Royals aim to capitalize on their recent successes. The article details team line-ups and key player insights, setting the stage for an exciting match.
By Narendra Chaudhary | Mar 30, 2026, 19:48 IST
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Opt to Bowl First Against Chennai Super Kings

Match Preview: Royals vs. Super Kings


Guwahati: In the opening match of the Indian Premier League on Monday, the Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bowl first against the Chennai Super Kings.


Historically, the Royals have had the upper hand, defeating CSK in four of their last five encounters. Both franchises faced challenges during the previous season in 2025.


Notably, CSK will be missing their star player MS Dhoni, who is out for a minimum of two weeks due to a calf injury.


Team Line-ups:


Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain), Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper), Ayush Mhatre, Matt Short, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Matt Henry, Anshul Kamboj, and Khaleel Ahmed.


Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (Captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, and Brijesh Sharma.


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