CSK vs RR Dream11 Prediction: Pressure will be immense on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) when they host title-favorite Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Since this is the first match on the double-header day, the match will kick-off at 03:30 PM (IST).
CSK are nowhere near the level of their title-winning campaigns when they used to brush aside teams and knew how to close out close encounters. This season tells a different story for a variety of reasons. MS Dhoni is no longer the captain, and Devon Conway, who led the scoring charts for CSK last season, has been sorely missed.
Chennai have set the standards to high that we are accustomed to seeing them win games when it matters most. The match against Gujarat Titans was such a game, where the reigning champions came out second best in almost all departments.
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The 35-run deficit doesn’t tell the full story of Gujarat Titans‘ dominance. In response to GT‘s 231/3, CSK were forced to play for net run rate and could only manage 196/8 in the end. Ruturaj Gaikwad‘s team did manage to keep the net run rate positive, and that’s the only factor keeping CSK above Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants on the points table.
With only a handful of games left, every match counts now. Any result can make or break the season, and CSK‘s game against RR is one such match that the reigning champions can’t afford to lose.
Rajasthan Royals suffered defeats in each of their last two games and now find themselves second on the table. Sanju Samson‘s team seemed to have locked down a spot in the top two, but that isn’t a guarantee now as 3rd-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad are only two points behind them on the points table. Another defeat could prove catastrophic for the 2008 IPL champions.
Stakes are certainly sky-high for both CSK and RR, but only one team can come out with maximum points. The other team will be left to rue the missed chance.
CSK vs RR Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: Like most of the grounds in India, MA Chidambaram Stadium also offers more support for the batters than the bowlers. Punjab Kings easily chased down CSK’s 162/7 in the last game played at this venue.
Before that, it was a belter of a game as CSK easily crossed the 200-run mark and posted 212/3 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. But spinners can get some purchase as the game progresses and the ball gets old.
Weather Report: Hot and humid conditions are a norm in Chennai throughout the year. It’s no exception on Sunday, May 12, as the maximum temperature is likely to touch 35°C – 37°C during the day. Humidity level, meanwhile, is likely to shoot past 70%. Tough conditions for a game of cricket.
CSK vs RR Head To Head Record
| Matches played | 28 |
| CSK Wins | 15 |
| RR Wins | 13 |
| No Result | 00 |
CSK vs RR Dream11 Prediction Injury and availability News
Chennai Super Kings
- Rachin Ravindra‘s luck ran out against GT as the New Zealander got run out. He might get another opportunity.
- Richard Gleeson might be recalled for this game. Rachin Ravindra might be used as an Impact batter in that case.
- No other changes are expected in CSK’s Playing 11, with the likes of Tushar Deshpande, Shardul Thakur and Simrajeet Singh all likely to feature.
Rajasthan Royals
- Rajasthan Royals are set for a major boost as Shimron Hetmyer and Dhruv Jurel are likely to come back into RR‘s Playing 11 for this crucial game. The duo missed the last game against Delhi Capitals due to niggle.
- Donovan Ferreira is likely to lose his spot in Rajasthan’s Starting 11 as a result.
- No other change is expected in RR’s team. If RR bat second, Jos Buttler is likely to play as an Impact Player.
TOP Picks For CSK vs RR Dream 11 Match
Captain Options:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: CSK captain has scored the 2nd most runs in IPL 2024. He must be determinant to extent his scoring form after failing to impact the match against Gujarat Titans. Gaikwad likes to play at MA Chidambaram Stadium. The 27-year-old is a good captain option in CSK vs RR Dream11 teams.
Ruturaj Gaikwad in IPL 2024: Runs: 541 | Hs: 108* | 100s: 01 | 50s: 04. - Sanju Samson: What Gaikwad is doing for CSK, Samson is doing more or less the same for Rajasthan Royals. He has been terrific all season and that’s why he has been chose to play for Team India in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Samson is also the leading scorer for RR this season.
Sanju Samson in IPL 2024: Runs: 471 | Hs: 86 | 50s: 05 | 4s: 44 | 6s: 23. - Jos Buttler: A proven match-winner on his day. Buttler has already hit two centuries in IPL 2024 and can do the damage in this high-profile game as well. As long as Buttler would be on the pitch, CSK bowlers can’t rest even for a second.
Jos Buttler in IPL 2024: Runs: 338 | Hs: 107* | 100s: 02 | 4s: 34 | 6s: 12. - Shivam Dube: CSK’s 2nd leading scorer in IPL 2024. He might have hit a rought patch in the last three games, but we all know that Dube is a premium batter who can tear apart any bowling unit. He is worth the shot as captain in at least two or three grand leagues.
Shivam Dube in IPL 2024: Runs: 371 | Hs: 66* | 50s: 03 | 4s: 26 | 6s: 27.
Vice-Captain Options:
- Riyan Parag: The 22-year-old is having the season of his life. He has scored the second most runs for RR this season, and is only 35 runs behind Sanju Samson. He is more than capable of outscoring his team mates.
Riyan Parag in IPL 2024: Runs: 436 | Hs: 84* | 50s: 04 | 4s: 31 | 6s: 28. - Yashasvi Jaiswal: The 22-year-old has definitely regained his form. He has scored one hundred and a half century in the last four innings. He should be in your CSK vs RR Dream11 Fantasy cricket teams.
Yashasvi Jaiswal in IPL 2024: Runs: 320 | Hs: 104* | 50s: 01 | 100s: 01 | 4s: 38 | 6s: 12. - Ravindra Jadeja: He has scored 220 runs in 9 innings, including one half century, while his wicket-taking abilities remains top-notch. Jadeja remains a key for CSK’s chances to win any IPL match.
Ravindra Jadeja in IPL 2024: Runs: 220 | Wickets: 08.
Players Worth Considering
- Tushar Deshpande: With 14 wickets, he is CSK’s leading wicket-taker in IPL 2024.
- Yuzvendra Chahal: RR’ leading wicket-taker this season having taken 14 wickets in 11 innings.
- Daryl Mitchell: The New Zealander has scored 292 runs in 11 innings, including two 50s.
- Trent Boult: He has taken 11 wickets in 11 innings this season.
- Avesh Khan and Sandeep Sharma have been amongst the wickets as well.
CSK vs RR Predicted Lineups
Chennai Super Kings Playing XI: Ajinkya Rahane, Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Daryl Mitchell, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (WK), Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Simarjeet Singh, Tushar Deshpande, Richard Gleeson (IMPACT PLAYER)
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (C/WK), Riyan Parag, Shubham Dubey / Dhruv Jurel, Rovman Powell, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Sandeep Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal (IMPACT PLAYER)
CSK vs RR Dream11 Prediction Teams
CSK vs RR Dream 11 Prediction Team 1
- Wicketkeepers: S Samson
- Batsmen: R Gaikwad (C), Y Jaiswal (VC), D Mitchell
- All-rounders: R Jadeja, R Parag, M Ali
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, S Sharma, T Deshpande, S Thakur
CSK vs RR Dream 11 Prediction Team 2
- Wicketkeepers: J Buttler (VC)
- Batsmen: R Gaikwad, Y Jaiswal, D Mitchell, S Dube
- All-rounders: R Jadeja (C), R Parag, M Ali
- Bowlers: Y Chahal, T Boult, T Deshpande
