RCB Vs CSK IPL 2024: Key Batters Likely To Dominate Match 68

RCB vs CSK: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 68 of the IPL 2024. The much-awaited game will take place at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on May 18, Saturday at 7:30 PM (IST).

This match is crucial as both teams' playoff chances hinge on the result. RCB must win by at least 18 runs if they bat first to qualify for the playoffs. If they bat second, they need to chase down the target with 11 or more balls to spare.

On the other hand, CSK need just one point to secure a playoff spot, meaning even a washout would suffice. However, a win could propel them to second place if the Royals lose their next game and SRH earn no more than one point from their final match.

In their previous encounter, CSK defeated RCB by six wickets. Here are four batters who could score the most runs in Match 68:

Former RCB captain Virat Kohli is expected to deliver in this must-win game. He is currently the leading run-scorer of IPL 2024 with 661 runs in 13 games, averaging 66.10 with a strike rate of 155.16. Kohli scored 21 off 20 balls in the reverse fixture against CSK before being dismissed by Mustafizur Rahman.

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was disappointed with his performance against RCB in the tournament opener in Chennai, scoring only 15 off 15 balls before being dismissed by Yash Dayal. Since then, Gaikwad has found form, scoring 583 runs in 13 games at a strike rate of 141.50, making him the second leading run-scorer this season.

3. Glenn Maxwell

The Australian international was expected to lead RCB's batting attack this season but has not met expectations. He was dismissed for a golden duck in the reverse fixture against CSK by Deepak Chahar. Maxwell will aim to make a significant impact in this crucial clash.

4. Shivam Dube

Shivam Dube has been one of CSK's key players this season. The left-hander enjoys batting against RCB, averaging 113.50 against them. He scored 46 (32), 95* (46), 52 (27), and 34* (28) in his last four outings. Dube has accumulated 389 runs in 13 games at an impressive strike rate of 169.87.