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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) seek to extend their winning streak to five matches as they face Delhi Capitals (DC) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. With four consecutive victories, RCB has revived their playoff hopes, but a loss against DC would dash those aspirations.
DC, led by Axar Patel in the absence of suspended captain Rishabh Pant, enters the match with a mixed record. Their inconsistency has been evident throughout the season, with dominant performances followed by underwhelming ones. However, RCB cannot afford to underestimate DC, despite their recent victories against formidable opponents.
RCB's batting has been their cornerstone, with Virat Kohli leading the charge with 634 runs. Supported by Faf du Plessis, Rajat Patidar, Cameron Green, and Dinesh Karthik, Kohli anchors a formidable batting lineup. Their bowlers have also stepped up, with Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, and Swapnil Singh keeping the opposition in check.
DC's batting will heavily rely on explosive opener Jack Fraser-McGurk, who has amassed 309 runs at a strike rate of 235.87. Tristan Stubbs will be expected to fill the void left by Pant's absence. In the bowling department, DC boasts experienced spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel, along with pacers Khaleel Ahmed and Mukesh Kumar.
The outcome of the match hinges on several key matchups. RCB's bowlers will aim to restrict Fraser-McGurk and Stubbs, while DC's spinners will look to contain Kohli and the rest of RCB's batting lineup. The performance of DC's pacers will also be crucial in dictating the pace of RCB's innings.
RCB's victory will boost their playoff hopes, while a loss will effectively end their chances. DC, on the other hand, will aim to prove their mettle against a resurgent RCB and keep their own playoff aspirations alive.
Source: IPL 2024, RCB vs DC Live Score: Patidar pulls Bengaluru in front