The fans will be ready for an electrifying clash as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) lock horns with Gujarat Titans in the 52nd game of IPL 2024 at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on May 4th. Currently, Gujarat Titans sit at the 8th spot on the table with 4 wins out of 10 matches, accumulating 8 points with a net run rate of -1.113.
In contrast, Royal Challengers Bengaluru finds themselves at the bottom of the table, managing only 3 wins in 10 games. With both teams having won 2 games each in their head-to-head encounters, the upcoming match promises another thrilling showdown.
The M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, known for its high-scoring matches, witnessed a colossal 549-run thriller in the last encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad and RCB. After a series of relatively lower-scoring games, the pitch at Chinnaswamy Stadium seems rejuvenated, hinting at a return to the usual high-scoring affairs of IPL 2024.
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Bengaluru’s weather, embracing a cooler climate after scorching summers, adds to the anticipation of an uninterrupted matchday experience. In their previous encounter, RCB chased down a target of 200 with ease, exemplifying their prowess in chasing targets. Interestingly, all four matches between RCB and GT have been won by the chasing teams, setting the stage for yet another gripping contest.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Glenn Maxwell, fresh from his break, is set to make a return for RCB, bolstering their lineup. Mohammed Siraj’s recent dominance over David Miller, having dismissed him twice while conceding only 10 runs, sets the stage for a captivating battle in the crucial death overs. RCB is expected to maintain an all-Indian bowling attack, backed by their overseas all-rounders. Vijaykumar Vyshak might feature as the impact substitute, leveraging his home ground advantage to provide additional bowling depth.
Probable XI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Will Jacks, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Swapnil Singh, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Spencer Johnson’s left-arm angle presents a strategic advantage against RCB’s predominantly right-handed top-order, particularly against the resurgent Rajat Patidar, who has been more vulnerable to spinners. The inclusion of left-farmers aims to exploit Patidar’s recent struggles against faster bowlers.
For GT, considering Wriddhiman Saha’s extended net session, a possible change could involve swapping him with Matthew Wade. Another option might see Vijay Shankar replacing the overseas all-rounder Omarzai, considering Shankar’s past success at the venue. Additionally, GT may opt for pace over spin, contemplating the inclusion of Johnson over Noor Ahmad, aligning with the trend favoring pace bowlers at the stadium.
Probable XI: Shubman Gill (c), Wriddhiman Saha/Matthew Wade (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Azmatullah Omarzai/Vijay Shankar, Shahrukh Khan, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Sandeep Warrier, Noor Ahmad/Spencer Johnson, Mohit Sharma
Fantasy XI Suggestion 1:
Wriddhiman Saha, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Sai Sudharsan, Rajat Patidar (vc), Faf du Plessis, Will Jacks, Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammed Siraj
Fantasy XI Suggestion 2:
Dinesh Karthik, Shubman Gill, Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli (c), Sai Sudharsan, Will Jacks, Cameron Green, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan (vc), Mohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj
