The 68th match of the Indian Premier League 2024 will be played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
Toss update: Chennai Super Kings win toss and bowl first
The do-or-die match for both teams is scheduled to start at 07:30 PM local time.
Playoff Qualification Scenario
To replace the Super Kings in the top four, RCB needs to Win the match by at least 18 runs if they score at least 200 runs batting first.
RCB needs to Win in 18.1 overs if they are chasing 200.
Chennai Super Kings will qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs if they win the match, regardless of the margin of victory.
Head to head:
Matches Played: 33
RCB Wins: 10
CSK Wins: 22
Cricket enthusiasts worldwide can catch the action live through different channels and platforms.
India
- TV Channel: Star Sports, Hotstar.com.
- Online Streaming: Jio Cinema app and website
United Kingdom
- TV Channel: Sky Sports
United States and Canada
- TV Channel: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here)
Pakistan
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV, Tapmad
New Zealand
- Online Streaming: Yupp TV
Bangladesh
- TV Channel: T Sports
Singapore
- TV Channel: StarHub
Pitch Report
The pitch at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for being batsman-friendly, and a high-scoring game could be on the cards. However, bowlers who can adapt quickly to the conditions will play a pivotal role in determining the match’s outcome.
Bangalore Weather
Weather conditions, including rain, could add an element of unpredictability to the game. Both teams must be prepared for a stop-start scenario and strategize accordingly, heightening the suspense and the need for adaptability.
Betting odds
Royal Challengers Bangalore: favored to win, with odds around 4/5 (varies by bookmaker). Chennai Super Kings: underdog, with odds around 1/1.
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