RCB vs CSK Match Preview

RCB will face CSK in the 68th IPL match of 2024. The game will take place at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium and will begin at 7:30 PM IST on May 18. RCB and CSK will compete in a virtual knockout for the final spot in the IPL playoffs. RCB is currently sixth on the points table with 12 points; however, if they beat CSK, they will reach 14 points, level with CSK. For CSK, the equation is fairly simple. The Gaikwad-led team only needs a win to qualify for the playoffs. RCB has been in excellent form of late, and they would undoubtedly outperform CSK.

RCB vs CSK Match Details

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings – 68th Match

Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium – Bengaluru

Date & Time: 18th May 2024 at 07:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Jio Cinema

RCB vs CSK Venue Stats

RCB vs CSK Pitch Report

The wicket at Chinnaswamy Stadium will be good for batting; however, there will be some rain, and the overcast conditions will allow fast bowlers to get some swing and movement, making it a little more difficult for batters.

RCB vs CSK Weather Report

The weather is not looking promising, with over 80% chance of rain on match day. The IMD issued an Orange Alert for Bengaluru on May 18.

RCB vs CSK Last Five Matches

RCB vs CSK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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RCB vs CSK Probable Playing XIs:

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing XIs

Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Rajat Patidar, Mahipal Lomror, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Swapnil Singh, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Lockie Ferguson

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XIs

Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Mitchell Santner, Tushar Deshpande, Simarjeet Singh, Maheesh Theekshana

Topmost Picks for RCB vs CSK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Royal Challengers Bengaluru

• Virat Kohli- Virat Kohli has been in sublime form. He has single handedly kept RCB in hunt for the playoffs. Kohli is the leading run scorer of the tournament, with 661 runs to his name in 13 matches.
• Mohammed Siraj- The conditions will be overcast and fast bowlers can get help from the surface. Siraj can be deadly when the ball is moving around. Siraj has also shown good form of late.

Top Picks – Chennai Super Kings

• Ruturaj Gaikwad- Ruturaj Gaikwad has carried the team’s batting ably this season. The captain has led from the front, scoring 583 runs in 13 games.
• Tushar Deshpande- Tushar Deshpande has been impressive for CSK. The conditions should be helpful for pacers and Deshpande could create a lot of problems for the RCB batters.

RCB vs CSK Probable Winners:

RCB are the favourites to win. The RCB has a significant home advantage on their side. Also, Virat Kohli’s form has a significant impact on the strength of the team. Kohli has single-handedly kept the team in playoff contention. Furthermore, RCB has gone on a five-game winning streak. CSK has blown hot and cold this season, and we believe they will struggle against RCB. We are rooting for RCB to win. Considering the team combination, Chennai Super Kings are expected to win this match.