IPL-17: RCB vs CSK: Chennai Super Kings win toss; opt to bowl against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a do or die encounter
The Hindu
Indian Premier League 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru on May 18, 2024
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and decided to bowl in the Indian Premier League 2024 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bengaluru on May 18.
It is a do or die encounter for both the teams. Chennai Super Kings gain an upper hand than the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
RCB vs CSK Live Score IPL 2024
Rain threat looms large in Bengaluru. If the encounter is washed out, Chennai Super Kings will be through to the playoffs.
If Chennai Super Kings win the match, it is automatically enter the play-off rounds. But on the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have to win by 18 runs if RCB scores 200 or win the match with 11 balls to spare if CSK bats first.
Fans are expecting an enthralling contest as both Virat Kohli and legendary M.S. Dhoni will be seen in action.
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