Match Overview
The Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are set to face off in Match 11 of IPL 2025 on Sunday, March 30, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. RR has had a tough start to their campaign, losing both of their opening matches, while CSK has managed one win and one loss in their first two games. This match will be crucial for both teams to gain momentum in the tournament.
RR’s Performance So Far
Rajasthan Royals, led by Riyan Parag in the absence of full-time captain Sanju Samson (who is recovering from a finger injury), have struggled in their first two games. In their opening match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, RR’s bowling attack colapsed as SRH posted a record 286/6. Despite a good effort from Samson and Dhruv Jurel, RR fell short by 44 runs.
In their next game against Kolkata Knight Riders, RR managed only 151 runs while batting first, which KKR chased down comfortably. With a weakened bowling attack and inconsistent batting, RR will be hoping to turn things around against CSK.
CSK’s Performance So Far
CSK started their campaign on a strong note, defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets. Spinner Noor Ahmad was the standout performer, taking four wickets to dismantle MI’s batting lineup. However, CSK faced a setback in their next game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), where they lost by 50 runs. Despite a strong batting lineup, CSK failed to keep up with the high required run rate and suffered a defeat.
Pitch Report:
The pitch at Barsapara Cricket Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions. With an average run rate of 8.57 in IPL matches played here, high scores can be expected. However, spinners will have a role to play, especially in the middle overs, as the surface is slightly dry. Fast bowlers might not get much seam movement, but they can still be effective with variations.
Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches Played: 29
Rajasthan Royals Wins: 13
Chennai Super Kings Wins: 16
No Result: 1
Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Sanju Samson (Impact Player)
Nitish Rana
Riyan Parag (C)
Dhruv Jurel (WK)
Shimron Hetmyer
Wanindu Hasaranga
Jofra Archer
Maheesh Theekshana
Tushar Deshpande
Sandeep Sharma
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
Rachin Ravindra
Rahul Tripathi
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
Deepak Hooda Sam Curran
Ravindra Jadeja
MS Dhoni (WK)
Ravichandran Ashwin
Noor Ahmad
Matheesha Pathirana
Khaleel Ahmed
Key Players to Watch
Best Batter Prediction
RR: Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel
CSK: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad
Best Bowler Prediction
RR: Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga
CSK: Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed
Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Looking at the current form and squad strength, CSK appears to have a slight edge over RR. Their bowling attack, led by Noor Ahmad, has been in fine form, and their batting unit has the depth to chase down any target. However, RR will be desperate for their first win of the season and could put up a strong fight.
Prediction: Chennai Super Kings are favorites to win this match, but Rajasthan Royals can pull off an upset if their key players step up.
Stay tuned for live updates and enjoy the thrilling contest between RR and CSK!