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Match 42: RCB vs RR, IPL 2025 Poll:

Match 42 of IPL 2025 sees Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) host Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday, April 24th. This encounter promises to be a thrilling affair as both teams aim to strengthen their position in the top half of the league standings.  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):

• Recent Form: RCB secured a dominant 9-wicket victory against RR in their previous encounter on April 13th in Jaipur. This win would have boosted their confidence, and they will be looking to repeat that performance at their home ground.  
• Home Advantage: Playing at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, RCB will be aiming to capitalize on the familiar conditions and the passionate support of their home crowd. The short boundaries and batting-friendly pitch here often play to their strengths.
• Key Players: The opening pair of Virat Kohli and Phil Salt were instrumental in their previous win against RR, both scoring half-centuries. Their form at the top will be crucial. Captain Rajat Patidar will also be a key figure in the batting lineup. With the ball, they will rely on Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood to provide early breakthroughs.  
• Team News: Rajat Patidar has taken over the captaincy for RCB. The inclusion of players like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Phil Salt has added depth to their squad.  

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

• Recent Form: RR are coming into this match after consecutive close defeats, including a Super Over loss to DC on April 19th and a 2-run loss to LSG on April 19th. They will be eager to bounce back from these setbacks and secure a win to maintain their strong position in the league.
• Away Record: Despite their recent losses, RR have generally had a good season. They will be focused on adapting to the conditions at the Chinnaswamy Stadium and securing crucial away points.
• Key Players: Yashasvi Jaiswal has been a key performer with the bat, and Sanju Samson will be looking to convert his starts into big scores. Wanindu Hasaranga’s all-round abilities and the finishing touches of Dhruv Jurel will also be vital for RR. Their bowling attack is spearheaded by Jofra Archer and Sandeep Sharma.  
• Team News: Despite the recent close defeats, RR insists they are not panicking. They will be looking for their key players to step up and deliver under pressure.  

Head-to-Head Record:

• In their overall head-to-head record, RCB has won 15 matches, while RR has won 14, with 3 matches ending without a result.  
• Historically, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, RR holds a slight advantage with four wins compared to RCB’s three in completed matches. However, RCB won their most recent encounter at this venue.

Pitch Report:

• The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is renowned for its batting-friendly pitch, short boundaries, and quick outfield, creating ideal conditions for high-scoring contests. Bowlers who can execute smart variations in pace and length can still trouble the batsmen. Spinners who can extract turn might also find some assistance. Chasing has historically been advantageous at this venue.  

This Match 42 encounter promises to be a high-voltage affair with both teams boasting strong batting lineups and keen to secure a crucial victory. RCB will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage and recent win against RR, while RR will be aiming to bounce back from their close defeats and maintain their position at the top.

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Binay Chowdhury

Reference: IPL, WCric