IPL 2024: Match 1, CSK vs RCB Preview and Prediction | Lotus365

In the highly anticipated inaugural clash of the Indian Premier League 2024, defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai | Lotus365. After a thrilling victory last season against RCB, CSK enters this encounter with momentum, promising an enthralling showdown.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

Match Details:

• Fixture: Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2024

• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

• Date & Time: Friday, March 22, 8:00 PM (IST)

• Live Broadcast and Streaming: Star Sports Channels, Jio Cinema App and Website

Preview:

Led by the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni, CSK aims to commence their campaign with a triumph, drawing strength from their previous championship win. Astute acquisitions like Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell have further fortified their squad. However, RCB grapples with challenges in shoring up their bowling department, a longstanding issue from past seasons.

Pitch Report:

The renowned Chepauk pitch is renowned for favoring spinners and offering assistance to pacers with their variations. Batsmen will need to adapt to the relatively low bounce, posing a challenge for run-scoring. Clear skies and a temperature of around 29 degrees Celsius are anticipated, with humidity remaining high at 75 percent.

Head-to-Head Record:

• Matches Played: 31

• CSK won: 20

• RCB won: 10

• No Result: 1

Probable Playing XIs:

Chennai Super Kings:

1. Rachin Ravindra

2. Ruturaj Gaikwad

3. Ajinkya Rahane

4. Daryl Mitchell

5. Shivam Dube

6. Ravindra Jadeja

7. MS Dhoni (c/wk)

8. Shardul Thakur

9. Deepak Chahar

10. Mukesh Choudhary

11. Maheesh Theekshana

Royal Challengers Bangalore:

1. Faf du Plessis (c)

2. Virat Kohli

3. Rajat Patidar

4. Glenn Maxwell

5. Cameron Green

6. Dinesh Karthik (wk)

7. Mayank Dagar

8. Vijaykumar Vyashak

9. Alzarri Joseph

10. Mohammed Siraj

11. Karn Sharma

Probable Best Players:

• Best Batter: Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK)

• Best Bowler: Deepak Chahar (CSK)

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on analysis and understanding. Consider all factors before making your own decision.

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