For the first time this season, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) will play their home game at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. On Sunday afternoon, they will play the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who are currently playing well. After losing their previous games, both teams will try to wrap off their losses with victories. The Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have faced each other 32 times in their IPL history and the rivalry has been fiercely contested. RR has won 14 games, three out of which has resulted in a draw, RCB is having a slim lead with 15 victories.
The excitement is increased every time they meet because of their spectacular endings and outstanding performances from both sides in their clashes throughout the years. Another exciting chapter in this close rivalry is promised by their next matchup, as both clubs are aiming for important points in the IPL 2025 season.
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Most Runs
Virat Kohli smashed 731 runs against RR and is the top run scorer against the team. In 30 games versus them, he has an average of 30.45, and his strike rate is below 120. This season Virat Kohli looks to have a great touch with the bat in five games he scored 186 runs, where his highest is 67 runs. His average is of 46.50.
Most Wickets
Jofra Archer looks dangerous with the ball even after he got hit for most runs during the SRH game. Since then, he has bounced back and is helping the team with getting wickets. In five games he picked five wickets and has an economy of 10.11. Jofra Archer has a good performance against Chennai Super Kings. Later, he has given a match-winning performance against PBKS as he picked 3/25 and gave RR a second win in the season.
Player of the Match for today's match between RR vs RCB
Phil Salt is in great form as he gives a good start to RCB in power playovers. His aggressive batting style has helped RCB in powerplay. In five games he scored 143 runs with an average of 28.60. In the last game, he scored 37 runs and was charging down at DC bowlers before getting run out.
RR vs RCB Match Prediction (Who will win today's IPL match?)
Both openers for RCB look in good form, and their spin attack is strong. It will be a close match, but RCB will have an advantage due to its batting prowess. Royal Challengers Bengaluru is expected to win this match given the team combination. The Rajasthan Royals' campaign is being negatively impacted by their weak bowling attack. They will bowl on a flat surface against a formidable batting lineup.