RCB Aims for Victory Against Struggling CSK in Southern Derby
Match Preview
In an exciting Southern Derby, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to take on the struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for the second time this season at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Currently, RCB is in excellent form, holding the third spot on the points table with seven wins out of ten matches. They recently secured a convincing victory against Delhi, with Krunal Pandya leading the charge by scoring an unbeaten 73 runs while successfully navigating a challenging chase of 163 runs. With a formidable batting lineup and impressive bowling performances, RCB is eager to win this match and reclaim the top position in the standings.
Chennai Super Kings
Conversely, CSK continues to face difficulties, having suffered another defeat against Punjab Kings in their last outing. They were bowled out for 190 runs, with Sam Curran's remarkable 88 runs being the highlight, though he lacked support from his teammates. While defending a target of 191, CSK struggled to maintain control, allowing Punjab Kings to chase down the score comfortably. As they prepare to face RCB, CSK is determined to turn their fortunes around and uplift their fans.
RCB vs CSK - Match Details
| RCB vs CSK Match Details | |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Date and Time | 3 May 7:30 PM IST |
| Live Broadcast Details | Star Sports |
| Live Streaming Details | JioHotstar (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is typically favorable for batting. However, this season's conditions seem reminiscent of 2017, as the track has been covered for two days, suggesting a slower surface for this match, similar to previous games at this venue this season.
RCB vs CSK - Head-to-Head Record
| H2H Records - RCB vs CSK in IPL | |
| Total Matches | 34 |
| Won by Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 |
| Won by Chennai Super Kings | 21 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
RCB vs CSK - Probable Playing XI
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Romario Shepherd, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal. (Impact Subs: Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Romario Shepherd, Swapnil Singh)
- Chennai Super Kings: Shaik Rasheed, Deepak Hooda, Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c/wk), Dewald Brevis, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran. (Impact Subs: Anshul Kamboj, Andre Siddarth, Mukesh Choudhary, Shreyas Gopal, Ravichandran Ashwin)
Toss Prediction
Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue
In the last 5 IPL matches at this venue, the toss-winning teams opted to bowl first in all instances.
Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch
Out of the last 80 IPL matches played here, teams batting first have won 33 times, while those bowling first have secured 44 victories. Thus, chasing on this ground is often a favorable strategy as the pitch tends to ease for batters in the second innings.
Match Scenario
Scenario 1
Toss Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (opts to bowl first)
Power-Play Score: 45-50
CSK Total: 165-185
Match Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Scenario 2
Toss Winner: Chennai Super Kings (opts to bowl first)
Power-Play Score: 55-65
RCB Total: 190-205
Match Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Who Will Win the Match Between RCB and CSK?
Historically, CSK has had the upper hand over RCB in this rivalry. However, given the recent performances of both teams, it appears that Royal Challengers Bengaluru is poised to secure a win.
