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IPL 2024 1st Match: RCB vs CSK Dream11 Prediction: The IPL 2024 season kicked off with a highly anticipated clash between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium.
The match, scheduled for 22nd March at 8:00 P.M. (IST), promised to set the tone for an exciting season ahead.
Cricket fans around the world were eager to see how the two teams, led by their charismatic captains, would fare in this opening encounter.
With both RCB and CSK boasting formidable squads, featuring star players from around the globe, anticipation was high for a thrilling start to the tournament.
RCB vs CSK Head-to-Head Records
The rivalry between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL has been one of the most fiercely contested and eagerly awaited clashes in the tournament’s history.
With a total of 31 matches played between them, CSK has dominated the head-to-head record, winning 21 matches compared to RCB’s 10 victories.
In terms of scoring, both teams have been consistent, with RCB averaging 150.2 runs per match and CSK averaging 159 runs. However, when it comes to the highest team scores, RCB holds the record with 218 runs, while CSK’s highest score stands at an impressive 226 runs.
Individual performances have also played a crucial role in shaping the narrative of this rivalry. For RCB, Virat Kohli has been the standout performer, amassing a total of 999 runs against CSK, just shy of the 1000-run milestone. On the other hand, MS Dhoni has been the leading run-scorer for CSK in matches against RCB, accumulating 751 runs.
In terms of bowling, Ravindra Jadeja has been a thorn in RCB’s side, taking the most wickets in matches against them with a total of 18 wickets for CSK. His ability to pick up crucial wickets at crucial moments has often proved to be a game-changer for CSK.
As the two teams gear up to face each other in the IPL 2024 season opener at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, fans can expect yet another thrilling encounter between these two IPL giants, with both teams eager to start their campaign on a winning note.
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MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, known for its rich cricketing history, has been a venue for some memorable T20 matches.
With a total of 130 matches played at this iconic stadium, the pitch has often provided an interesting contest between bat and ball.
Teams batting first have had a slight advantage, winning 69 matches compared to 59 wins for the chasing teams. There have been two tied matches, highlighting the competitiveness of games at this venue.
The average score for teams batting first at the MA Chidambaram Stadium is 158, indicating that it’s a relatively balanced pitch. However, teams have managed to post imposing totals, with the highest team score being Chennai Super Kings’ 246/5, showcasing the potential for big scores.
Conversely, the pitch has also posed challenges for batsmen, with the lowest team score being Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 70 all out, emphasising the variability of conditions.
In terms of scoring patterns, half of the matches have seen scores below 150, indicating that the pitch can offer something for the bowlers.
However, there have been significant scores between 150 and 169 (40 matches), as well as between 170 and 189 (21 matches), suggesting that batsmen can also score freely under the right conditions.
Additionally, there have been 19 instances of teams scoring above 190, showcasing the potential for high-scoring encounters at this venue.
Overall, the MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch provides an intriguing mix of challenges and opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers, setting the stage for exciting T20 contests.
Both Teams Full Squad
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Faf du Plessis (c), Yash Dayal, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Reece Topley, Swapnil Singh, Karn Sharma, Himanshu Sharma, Rajan Kumar, Mohammed Siraj, Alzarri Joseph, Lockie Ferguson, Mayank Dagar, Suyash Prabhudessai, Glenn Maxwell, Mahipal Lomror, Will Jacks, Cameron Green, Tom Curran, Manoj Bhandage, Akash Deep, Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik, Saurav Chauhan, Anuj Rawat.
Chennai Super Kings Squad: MS Dhoni (c), Aravelly Avanish, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane, Shaik Rasheed, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, RS Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Nishant Sindhu, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mukesh Choudhary, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana, Simarjeet Singh, Prashant Solanki, Shardul Thakur, Maheesh Theekshana, Sameer Rizvi.
