In the 17th match of the IPL 2023, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals will face each other today at 7:30 PM IST. The match will be held at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai where CSK and RR are set to clash in IPL 2023. Given that both clubs have two victories and one defeat through three games, this match is expected to be entertaining.
Also, check out the match prediction by our team of CSK vs RR.
CSK vs RR IPL 2023 Match Prediction: Pitch Report, Playing XI, Best Player
Chennai vs Rajasthan Team Analysis
CSK is in 5th place in the IPL 2023 Points Table where as Rajasthan is in 2nd position. Both teams have got 4 points. Rajasthan is hoping to defeat Chennai in order to take the lead in the standings. Mahendra Singh Dhoni will captain Chennai, while Sanju Samson will lead Rajasthan. Both teams have top-performing batsmen, with Rajasthan’s openers Jas Buttler and Yashasvi Jaiswal being in good form.
Rajasthan’s middle-order batsmen Ryan Parag and Shimran Hetmyer have also been performing well. However, Rajasthan’s captain, Sanju Samson, will need to step up after being dismissed for a duck in the last match. In contrast, Chennai’s middle order of Shivam Dubey and Ambati Rayudu has been steady, while captain Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja provide valuable finishes.
Bowling analysis of CSK and RR
Chennai’s spinners, Mahesh Thixena, Ravindra Jadeja, and Mitchell Santnar, are expected to perform well on the Chennai pitch, which is known to be spinner-friendly. However, Chennai’s bowling during the power play has been weak, and Thixena may be given the responsibility to bowl during this period.
Rajasthan‘s fast bowlers, Trent Boult, and Sandeep Sharma have been performing exceptionally well with the new ball. Boult’s performance will be crucial in today’s match. Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal will be Rajasthan’s main weapon, with Ravichandran Ashwin and Murugan Ashwin providing additional support.
Head-to-head record of CSK vs RR
CSK vs RR match was played 16 times in the IPL where Chennai has won 15 matches while Rajasthan has won 11. Rajasthan has a psychological advantage going into today’s game because they have won four of the last five games they have played against Chennai.
Conclusion: CSK and RR are set to clash in IPL 2023
In conclusion, the game between the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals today looks to be a thrilling one. Both teams have top-performing batsmen and bowlers, and the match could swing either way.
