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The 32nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 features a fiery clash between the Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Sunday, April 23. 

Bangalore would be coming into the game on the back of a win against the Sam Curran-led Punjab Kings. On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals lost their previous match at home to Lucknow Super Giants. The side would be keen on getting back to winning ways when they take on Bangalore next, so as to continue being on top of the IPL Points Table.

RCB vs RR Match Details

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 32, IPL 2023

Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Date & Time: Sunday, April 23, 3:30 PM IST

Telecast & Streaming Details: Star Sports Network and JioCinema

RCB vs RR Pitch Report

The surface at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore is a typical batter-friendly pitch. The side batting first would look to amass a huge total on the board as a high-scoring run chase could be quite a possibility. Choosing to bowl first on such a surface could be a wise decision.

RCB vs RR Probable Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):

Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Mahipal Lomror, Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Wayne Parnell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Mohammed Siraj

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jason Holder, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal

RCB vs RR Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Faf du Plessis:

Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis has been in sensational form at the IPL 2023. With 343 runs in six games so far, Du Plessis would be expected to put up yet another sensational performance against Rajasthan and put in a strong showing for his side with the bat. 

Probable best bowler 

Yuzvendra Chahal:

The winner of the IPL purple cap in 2022, Yuzvendra Chahal, has picked up right where he left off. With 11 wickets in six matches so far, Chahal would look to provide Rajasthan with important breakthroughs, as his performance could be a crucial factor for the side.

Today’s Match Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.