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CLAIM NOWRoyal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings, IPLT20, Today Match Prediction 18 May 2024
RCB vs CSK Win Probability
Toss Winner - Chennai Super Kings won the toss and choose to bowl first
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings by 27 runs
RCB's qualification hinges on a convincing victory against CSK (18+ run margin or a win with 11 balls to spare). A washout will eliminate them.
- Chennai and Bengaluru have already faced off once in the current season. Chennai won that match comfortably.
- Rain might play spoilsport in this all-important clash.
- Chennai can still qualify for the playoffs even if they lose their final league game, provided their net run rate is higher than Royal Challengers Bengaluru's, and Sunrisers Hyderabad finishes third with more than 16 points.
We are backing the Royal Challengers Bangalore as the winners of this all-important encounter.
| Tournament: | Indian Premier League, 2024 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 28.0°C|Partly cloudy |
RCB vs CSK Live Prediction
RCB vs CSK Match Prediction & Analysis
As the 2024 Indian Premier League group season nears its end, only one high-stakes encounter is left before the playoffs begin. Due to the washout in Hyderabad between the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Gujarat Titans, Hyderabad have secured their place in the playoffs, ing the previously confirmed Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders, bringing the total number of qualified teams to three out of four. Now the remaining playoff spot will go to either the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) or the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Scheduled for Saturday, May 18th, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the 68th fixture will see the reigning champions, the Chennai Super Kings, face off against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This key match is extremely important for both sides as they compete for a coveted position in the next stage of the tournament. For CSK, winning is critical to securing a playoff spot. They only need one point to qualify, therefore, a washout will get them through. However, RCB are in a more vulnerable position. They have to win by a margin of 18 runs or more or by 11 or more balls remaining if chasing.
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RECENT PERFORMANCE
RCB
W W W W W
RCB
187/9 in 20.0 9.35
140/10 in 19.1 7.3
181/10 in 17.0 10.65
241/7 in 20.0 12.05
152/6 in 13.4 11.12
147/10 in 19.3 7.54
200/3 in 20.0 10
206/1 in 16.0 12.88
171/8 in 20.0 8.55
206/7 in 20.0 10.3
CSK
L W L W L
CSK
231/3 in 20.0 11.55
196/8 in 20.0 9.8
139/9 in 20.0 6.95
167/9 in 20.0 8.35
162/7 in 20.0 8.1
163/3 in 17.5 9.14
210/4 in 20.0 10.5
213/4 in 19.3 10.92
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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218/8 in 20.0
IPL 2023
Chennai Super Kings won by 8 runs
226/6 in 20.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Preview
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru are currently 6th on the table with a positive Net Run Rate (NRR) of 0.387, have been in sensational form, winning their last 5 matches.
RCB have suffered a blow with Will Jacks' return to the United Kingdom. However, their batting remains a dangerous force, led by Virat Kohli, the season's leading run-scorer with an impressive 661 runs. Kohli has an amazing 60.10 average and a scorching strike rate of 155.16. Faf du Plessis provides solid , having scored 367 runs with an impressive strike rate of 168.34.
The team also boasts a strong lower-middle order, led by Rajat Patidar, who has 320 runs at an incredible strike rate of 179.77. Then there is Dinesh Karthik, the finisher, who has been striking at 194 this season.
On the bowling front, Yash Dayal has emerged as a crucial contributor, taking 13 wickets in 12 matches at an economy rate of 8.80. Mohammed Siraj contributes significantly, with 12 wickets at an economy rate of 9.30.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted Playing XI:
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Anuj Rawat, Rajat Patidar, Mahipal Lomror, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Yash Dayal, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Lockie Ferguson
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Key Players From Previous Game Of Indian Premier League, 2024
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Actual Playing XI:
Mahipal Lomror, Lockie Ferguson, Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, Karn Sharma
Chennai Super Kings Preview
The Chennai Super Kings, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, are presently fourth in the ten-team Indian Premier League standings, with 14 points from seven victories and six defeats. A win in their next match not only assures a spot in the playoffs, but also opens the door to a second-place finish if the Rajasthan Royals lose their last league game.
Gaikwad, with his outstanding batting performance, has been an invaluable asset to the Chennai Super Kings. In 13 matches, he has scored 583 runs at an average of 66.10 and a strike rate of 155.16. Shivam Dube has also shown steady form, scoring 389 runs at an outstanding strike rate of 169.86. However, clinching a victory will most certainly require extra contributions from other crucial players in the batting order.
CSK have a strong bowling attack, spearheaded by the exceptional performance of Tushar Deshpande. In just 12 matches, he has captured an impressive 16 wickets with a commendable economy rate of 8.52. However, the unavailability of Mustafizur Rahman and Matheesha Pathirana owing to overseas obligations will force a shift in strategy. Simarjeet Singh, who has taken five wickets in three matches, will most likely play a larger part.
Ravindra Jadeja can play a crucial part in this match. He has an impressive tally of 18 wickets against RCB, and his presence on the bowling team will undoubtedly be a critical asset for CSK in this crucial encounter.
Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Sameer Rizvi, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Simarjeet Singh
Chennai Super Kings Key Players From Previous Game Of Indian Premier League, 2024
Chennai Super Kings Actual Playing XI:
Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Simarjeet Singh, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra, Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The Chinnaswamy Stadium tends to offer batter-friendly conditions. Its short boundaries and quick outfield further ensure that the fours and sixes keep coming. Seamers will have to bring in their variations to keep batters in check. Spinners, too, will get some help in the middle overs. However, batters will once again dominate the proceedings.
A couple of showers and a thunderstorm are expected in Bengaluru in the afternoon and evening. This means we might have a delayed start to the game, or even a washout, in the worst case.
RCB vs CSK Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BattingBatting Conditions
High ScoringPace Bowling
SwingSpin Bowling
Average Turn
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has established itself as a batter's paradise, known for high-scoring games. The venue has hosted 91 IPL matches so far, with an average first-inning score of 172 runs. This year, Sunrisers Hyderabad recorded the league's highest-ever total (287/3) at the venue. If a full 40-over game happens, we expect the first-inning score to reach around 190-200 in this game, with the powerplay overs potentially generating a combined score of 60-65 runs.
Toss: To Bowl
With rain forecast on Saturday evening in Bengaluru, chances are high that we might have a shortened game. In this scenario, batting second always helps. This is because the chasing team has the benefit of knowing the required run rate and can adopt a more aggressive batting approach to achieve the target within a limited number of overs.
RCB vs CSK
Winning Prediction
Historical records heavily favor the Chennai Super Kings in this matchup, with 22 wins compared to the Royal Challengers Bangalore's 10. In recent encounters, Chennai has won 4 out of the last 5 matches. Even when playing at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Chennai has a narrow lead with 5 wins to RCB's 4. However, the current form suggests a potential shift in momentum. The Royal Challengers Bangalore are on a five-game winning streak, showing remarkable resilience after earlier challenges.
With the opportunity to secure a playoff berth in front of their home crowd, RCB is likely to be highly motivated. While CSK remain a strong team, the absence of two key bowlers from their attack presents a potential vulnerability. Furthermore, their recent success has been primarily on slower pitches. Considering these factors, the Royal Challengers Bangalore may possess a slight advantage in securing this critical match.
We are backing the Royal Challengers Bangalore as the winners of this all-important encounter.
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