More into the contest of cricketing aspect it doesn’t seem to be a match of heavyweights even considering what hosts Rajasthan Royals (RR) boast about, on the pretext of their playing XI in the ongoing IPL. On the other side, in-form and reigning champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had thrashed top-performing teams to continue their domination. We at Sportzwiki have lined-up everything for you regarding the match prediction of the Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings in Jaipur on Thursday evening.
What differentiates two teams is that one team has been consistent and another team has delivered in patches.
The struggling hosts will face challenging Chennai as they will rely on their seniors to some extent.
Currently, Super Kings have won five games in six outings. Owing to a pale shadow, Royals have lost four matches in five games. The Ajinkya Rahane–led side will be keen to shrug off the criticism for their poor show.
Overall, CSK has a pretty balanced squad, but Rajasthan has failed to seize the opportunity at the last minute.
The hosts’ bowlers looked off-colour with Ben Stokes, Dhawal Kulkarni and Jaydev Unadkat lacking in precision and putting pressure on the opposition.
Nevertheless, given to their seniority, they’re keen to pay the dues at the earliest.
The Royals’ batters need to pull their socks against rampant CSK.
With CSK brimming with confidence, the bowlers have done remarkably well in the ongoing IPL edition. Overall, their batsmen have risen to the occasion including South Africa recruit Faf du Plessis. He replaced injured Dwayne Bravo in the playing XI.
Also, Kedar Jadhav has shown some resistance apart from Suresh Raina in the middle-order.
Earlier, on 31st March CSK has thrashed Royals by eight wickets when Dhoni blasted 46-ball 75*.
Head-to-Head:
Total 21 matches; CSK has won 13, whereas, RR went on to win another eight.
At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Royals have won four out of six, as CSK team has emerged victorious in just two games.
Pitch Report:
Again, the 22-yard surface has become a hot debate, for the cricketing pundits. While considering the previous encounters, it’s expected to be on a slower side.
Thus, it will help spinners cause with fast bowlers making plenty while making use of slower ones.
Anyway, while taking the shorter boundaries into consideration, batters have the benefit to score runs at the brisk pace while finding fences with some ease.
Weather Forecast:
There won’t be any respite for the players from the scorching heat. In Jaipur, the temperature will hover around 39 degrees Celcius throughout the day.
However, the minimum temperature is expected by 27-degree centigrade. With winds blowing at 10 kph, the humidity will be between 19 to 27 per cent during the course of a game.
Overall, it’s going to be a complete game of 40 overs.
Match Prediction:
Following the sophisticated performance, Super Kings are in good stead. While leading the charts, the visitors are favourites for the game.
On the other side, the Royals had reaped rewards at this venue against MS Dhoni-led CSK. While taking a look at both the teams, CSK has taken a giant leap.
Once again, the team winning the toss will opt to field first. The first innings projected score would be in between 155-165.