2021 IPL – Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings taking place? Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings will take place on Saturday 2nd October, 2021 at 15:00 (UK)
Where is Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings taking place? Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings will take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi
What is the expected weather for Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings? 33-35c with sunshine fading into clear skies with light winds
Where can I get tickets for Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings? Check each team’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings on in the UK? Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
RAJASTHAN ROYALS
- Three straight defeats for Rajasthan Royals see them down the table in seventh-place currently, although they still stand a chance of making the playoffs with victory here absolutely vital for their hopes of progress.
- With the middle order not firing for the Royals at present, so much depends of players such as leading run-scorer and captain Sanju Samson, along with opener Evin Lewis to accrue the runs needed to notch up a winning total whether it be setting a target or chasing.
CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
- Chennai Super Kings’ six wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad last time out saw them become the first side to qualify for the 2021 IPL playoffs, a fantastic turnaround from last year which saw them wind up the first team unable to finish within the playoff places.
- It remains to be seen whether captain MS Dhoni will look to freshen up his side and give a few players a rest here now their playoff spot is secure, with all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and opener Faf du Plessis both names that could sit out this one.
THE PREDICTION
The big question here is whether Chennai Super Kings will take their foot off the gas with a playoff place in the bag. Man for man, they are a better side than Rajasthan Royals and should they field their best team then victory for them here looks a formality against an out of sorts Rajasthan. However, numerous changes could upset the applecart and knowing that their tournament hangs in the balance, the Royals may well come out firing and cause a shock. Key here will be waiting until the teams are revealed before making any decisions on who to back for the win. If Chennai Super Kings field all their top performers than the two points should be theirs. However, if MS Dhoni has decided to ring the changes, then backing Rajasthan Royals to triumph is to be seriously considered.
