A win via CSK will not only take the RCB to the top of the table, but will also confirm its docks in the playoffs.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has a quiet sense of confidence around Rajat Patidar, while preparing for the election framework against Chennai Super Kings at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on May 3. Red and Golden Brigade became one of the most consistent teams in IPL 2025 and won seven wins in ten games.
The rise of RCB this season was not about single heroes, but a harmonious, balanced side under pressure. Under the pattern, this unit displayed discipline and tactical flexibility. Whether virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal and Patidar himself or the Bowling attack supported by Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar gambling and Krunal Pandya, this side marked all the right boxes.
Phil Surely set back; Jacob Bethell is likely to cause
The only uncertainty entering the CSK fixture revolves around the opening slot. Phil Salt missed the last match against Delhi Capitals (DC) because of fire, and the young British dough paved the way for Jacob Bethell to make the first exit.
While Bethell showed intention glare, only 6 wholesale 12 runs before he was dismissed. When the salt is now reported to be healed and in contact with the medical team, there is optimism in the RCB camp that it can return timely for this high voltage fixture.
The inclusion of SALT will restore the aggressive conservative balance at the top of the order with Kohli. The bilateral worked well for the season for the season – he anchored and building Kohli Inning, he has difficulty in Salt PowerPlay. If it is appropriate, it seems to be the most likely change with Bethell making a road while walking back to Xi.
Otherwise a balanced RCB team
Beyond the possible return of salt, RCB's playing is unlikely to deal with XI. While Devdutt Padikkal and Rajat Patidar are intact, Romario Shepherd, Tim David and Jitesh Sharma, the lower middle order of the lower middle order provides both power and flexibility.
Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma, Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar and Yash based on the speed attack of RCB's spin options, especially in moderate sea, were in moderate sea. More importantly, the role of the effect player is used wisely, Suyash usually takes steps depending on the conditions and the match scenario.
RCB foresees to play xi vs cks
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Phil salt | Right -handed |
| Virat Kohli | Right -handed |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Left |
| Rajat Patidar (C) | Right -handed |
| Romario Shepherd | Versatile |
| Jitesh Sharma | Right Dough (WK) |
| Tim David | Right -handed |
| CRUNAL PANDYA | Versatile (left arm spin) |
| Bhuvneshwar gambling | Right arm pacer |
| Josh hazlewood | Right arm pacer |
| Yash Based | Left arm pacer |
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