Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals: Inconsistent RCB to take on in-form Buttler

The two teams will face each other for the second time in this edition. In the first match, Bangalore defeated the Royals by 14 runs.

Can Buttler-Chahal steal the win for the Royals?

Rajasthan Royals have been looking in good form this season. The team has won five out of the seven matches played. The team seems to be a strong one due to a few of its players in their scintillating form. Jos Buttler has been unstoppable, hitting three tons in 7 matches and Yuzvendra Chahal, who has been spinning the magic of his spins, is the leading wicket-taker. Prasidh Krishna, too, has been in the best form. They look strong and favourites to win.

Inconsistent batters of Bangalore

On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bangalore will be facing RR after suffering an embarrassing defeat from Sunrisers Hyderabad in their previous fixture. Their bowling department has been consistent, especially after the inclusion of Josh Hazlewood. However, their batting line-up looks to be inconsistent and struggling. Their top-order has failed to make an impact. The team and fans are waiting to see Virat Kohli fire from his bat. They will be eager to make a comeback with a win.

Pitch Report

Teams batting first and second have won three games each at MCA Stadium. The pitch is expected to be balanced, and the team winning the toss will look to bowl first.

Probable Playing XI

Rajasthan Royals: Devdutt Padikkal, Jos Buttler, Shimron Hetmyer, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Karun Nair, Trent Boult, Ravichandran Ashwin, Obed McCoy, Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal

Royal Challengers Bangalore: Anuj Rawat, Faf du Plessis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli, Shahbaz Ahmed, Suyash Prabhudessai, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj