Today’s IPL match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) is a dead rubber, but pride is at stake for both the former IPL champions. Speaking about CSK, after winning only 3 games out of twelve matches, they have suffered badly this edition, but some promising young players like Ayush Mhatre and Urvil Patel have shown glimpses of brilliance.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals also have 3 wins in 13 games but have a better NRR than CSK as they sit 9th in the points table. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and Riyan Parag have been good with the bat this season. However, the problem lies in their bowling attack, with spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana failing to deliver and struggling to contain opposition batters.
Pitch & Conditions
The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium is expected to be batter-friendly, with short boundaries aiding stroke play. Spinners might get some grip early on, but dew could play a role in the second innings, making chasing a preferred strategy. The skipper winning the toss might be tempted to have a bowl first and chase the total later on in the match.
CSK vs RR Match Prediction
While both teams are struggling, CSK holds a slight edge over RR due to experienced players and match conditions. AI predictions suggest CSK has a 55% chance of winning, while RR stands at 45%. To note, RR won their last encounter against CSK by six runs, proving they can challenge the five-time IPL champions.
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