RCB VS CSK: IPL 2024 68th Pre-match Predictions
After meeting in the first match of the TATA IPL 2024, Chennai Super Kings will be now meeting the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on 18th May 2023. As the 68th match of the season approaches, it could mark the final occasion for fans to witness both Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni sharing the field together.
Chennai Super Kings Players List & Role
| Name of the Player | Role of the Player |
|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad (C) | Batter |
| Rachin Ravindra | Batting All-Rounder |
| Ajinkya Rahane | Batter |
| Daryl Mitchell | Batting All-Rounder |
| Shivam Dube | Batting All-Rounder |
| MS Dhoni | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Bowling All-Rounder |
| Tushar Deshpande | Bowler |
| Deepak Chahar | Bowler |
| Matheesha Pathirana/ | Bowler |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bowler |
Royal Challengers Bangalore Players List & Role
| Name of the Player | Role of the Player |
|---|---|
| Faf du Plessis (C) | Batter |
| Virat Kohli | Batter |
| Rajat Patidar | Batter |
| Glenn Maxwell | Batting All-Rounder |
| Cameron Green | Batting All-Rounder |
| Dinesh Karthik | Wicket-Keeper/Batter |
| Mahipal Lomror | Bowling All-Rounder |
| Yash Dayal | Bowler |
| Mohammed Siraj | Bowler |
| Mayank Dagar | Bowler |
| Akash Deep | Bowler |
First Face-Off
In the 15th match of the IPL 2008 season, the Chennai Super Kings clashed with the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on April 28th. Opting to bat after winning the toss, the Chennai Super Kings posted a competitive total of 178 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. As for the Royal Challengers Bangalore, their pursuit of the target fell short by 13 runs as they were dismissed for just 165 runs.
Previous IPL Results
In the history of the Indian Premier League, the Chennai Super Kings and the Royal Challengers Bangalore have crossed paths a total of 32 times. Impressively, the Yellow Army has emerged victorious in 21 of these encounters while the Royal Challengers Bangalore have managed to secure only 10 wins against their formidable rivals.
Previous Results
| Date of the Match | Winner of the Match | |
|---|---|---|
| Date of the Match | Winner of the Match | Won by |
| 28-Apr-2008 | Chennai Super Kings | 13 runs |
| 21-May-2008 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 14 runs |
| 20-April-2009 | Chennai Super Kings | 92 runs |
| 14-May-2009 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 wickets |
| 23-May-2009 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 wickets |
| 23-March-2010 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 36 runs |
| 31-March-2010 | Chennai Super Kings | 5 wickets |
| 16-Apr-2011 | Chennai Super Kings | 21 runs |
| 22-May-2011 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 wickets |
| 24-May-2011 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 wickets |
| 28-May-2011 | Chennai Super Kings | 58 runs |
| 12-Apr-2012 | Chennai Super Kings | 5 wickets |
| 25-Apr-2012 | No-Result | – |
| 13-Apr-2013 | Chennai Super Kings | 4 wickets |
| 18-May-2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 24 runs |
| 18-May-2014 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5 wickets |
| 24-May-2014 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 wickets |
| 22-April-2015 | Chennai Super Kings | 27 runs |
| 4-May-2015 | Chennai Super Kings | 24 runs |
| 22-May-2015 | Chennai Super Kings | 3 wickets |
| 25-April-2018 | Chennai Super Kings | 5 wickets |
| 5-May-2018 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 wickets |
| 23-Mar-2019 | Chennai Super Kings | 7 wickets |
| 21-Apr-2019 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 run |
| 10-Oct-2020 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 37 runs |
| 25-Oct-2020 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 wickets |
| 25-Apr-2021 | Chennai Super Kings | 69 runs |
| 24-Sept-2021 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 wickets |
| 12-Apr-2022 | Chennai Super Kings | 23 runs |
| 4-May-2022 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 13 runs |
| 17-Apr-2023 | Chennai Super Kings | 8 runs |
| 22-Mar-2024 | Chennai Super Kings | 6 wickets |
Pre-Match Analysis
Ahead of the match, a thorough pre-match analysis covers all bases. From player form and team strategies to pitch conditions and weather forecasts, every aspect is examined to provide fans with comprehensive insights into what to expect on match day.
Probable best batter of the Match
Virat Kohli claims the title of the top batsman for this match, boasting an impressive record of 539 runs from his last 10 innings, with an outstanding average of 77 runs per inning.
Probable best bowler of the Match
Deepak Chahar emerges as the standout bowler for this match, with a tally of 15 wickets from his last 9 matches.
Match Details
The 68th match of the TATA IPL 2024 is scheduled between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Pitch Report
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore has earned a reputation as a haven for batsmen, thanks to its conducive pitch conditions and shorter boundaries. The flat surface of the pitch makes it ideal for batting, allowing players to unleash their strokes with ease.
Today’s Match Prediction: Final Thoughts
Given the data from the statistics outlined above, the Chennai Super Kings seem to be the stronger team and are in a better position to clinch victory in this upcoming match.