RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction IPL 2024 Eliminator: Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Dream11 Team

Rajasthan Royals will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the eliminator game of the Indian Premier League 2024 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Let’s take a look at our fantasy preview for this game.

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match Eliminator of IPL 2024
22nd May, 07:30 PM IST
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

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RR vs RCB Preview

RCB’s campaign were marred by inconsistency and lackluster performances in the initial stages, leaving them languishing at the bottom of the points table. However, a remarkable turnaround, fueled by a six-match winning streak, has propelled them into the playoff race, riding high on the performances of Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis.

On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals began the season on a promising note, but their momentum fizzled out towards the latter stages. Despite their early dominance, RR stumbled in their last four games, resulting in a third-place finish and missing out on a direct spot in the Qualifier.

RCB looks to continue their fairytale revival and inch closer to their elusive dream of lifting the much-awaited IPL trophy. Their recent form has been nothing short of impressive, and they will aim to carry forward the winning momentum and seize the moment.

Meanwhile, RR will be determined to bounce back from their recent slump and regain their early-season form. With a talented squad at their disposal, they possess the firepower to cause an upset and quash RCB’s dreams of progressing further in the tournament.

Form Guide

RR: NR-L-L-L-L
RCB: W-W-W-W-W

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium favors batters, but pacers also receive early assistance. The side boundaries are big, so spinners will also be in the game in the middle overs. The average 1st innings score this season is 175, and batting second would be the ideal choice upon winning the toss, as 4 of the 6 games this season have been won by the team batting second.

IPL stats at this ground

Total Matches Played: 33
Matches Won Batting First: 15
Matches Won Batting Second: 18
Highest total: 233/3 (GT vs MI)
Lowest total: 89/10 (GT vs DC)

Note: The above stats are updated as of May 21st, noon.

RR Playing 11

1. Yashasvi Jaiswal
2. Tom Kohler Cadmore
3. Sanju Samson (c & wk)
4. Riyan Parag
5. Dhruv Jurel
6. Rovman Powell
7. Ravi Ashwin
8. Trent Boult
9. Sandeep Sharma
10. Avesh Khan
11. Yuzvendra Chahal
12. Donovan Ferreira (Impact)

Rajasthan Royals Team News

Jos Buttler has flown to join the England camp, so he won’t be available for this outing.

RR Key Players

Riyan Parag Stats vs RCB in IPL

Last 5 Scores in IPL	Runs against RCB in IPL	Batting average vs RCB	Total runs in IPL	Vice-Captain choice
48, 47, 27, 77, 14	110 runs in 9 matches	27.50	1131 Runs in 68 Matches	❌

Sanju Samson Stats vs RCB in IPL

Last 5 Scores in IPL	Runs against RCB in IPL	Batting average vs RCB	Total runs in IPL	Captain choice
18, 15, 86, 0, 71	452 runs in 23 matches	21.52	4392 Runs in 166 Matches	✅

RCB Playing 11

1. Virat Kohli
2. Faf du Plessis (c)
3. Rajat Patidar
4. Glenn Maxwell
5. Mahipal Lomror
6. Cameron Green
7. Dinesh Karthik (wk)
8. Swapnil Singh
9. Karn Sharma
10. Mohammed Siraj
11. Lockie Ferguson
12. Yash Dayal (Impact)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Team News

Will Jacks and Reece Topley have returned to England for national duties.

RCB Key Players

Virat Kohli Stats vs RR in IPL

Last 5 Scores in IPL	Runs against RR in IPL	Batting average vs RR	Total runs in IPL	Captain choice
47, 27, 92, 42, 70	731 runs in 30 matches	30.46	7971 Runs in 251 Matches	✅

Faf du Plessis Stats vs RR in IPL

Last 5 Scores in IPL	Runs against RR in IPL	Batting average vs RR	Total runs in IPL	Vice-captain choice
54, 6, 9, 64, 24	5333 runs in 16 matches	33.31	4554 Runs in 144 Matches	❌

Who will win today’s IPL Match?

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore have met 31 times in the IPL, with Rajasthan Royals winning 13 games, Royal Challengers Bangalore winning 15, and 3 games ending without a result.
Rajasthan Royals have won 3 of the last 5 outings against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Rajasthan Royals have lost 4 of their last 5 outings, while Royal Challengers Bangalore have won all of their last 5 games.
Royal Challengers Bangalore are expected to win this outing, owing to their current form.