After nearly a month away from home, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) find themselves back in a Bengaluru with a refreshing climate and a new political order. They remain stuck in the middle of the table, and an upcoming match against the Gujarat Titans (GT) could decide their fate.
Head to Head
In the recent history of their encounters, RCB and GT are evenly matched, with one win apiece. Last season saw RCB emerge victorious after a comfortable chase, setting up the stage for an exciting encounter.
Scenario
RCB is in a favorable position to reach the playoffs with a victory on home turf. However, the league leaders and defending champions, GT, add a twist to the tale with their formidable away form.
Stadium Dynamics
At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, home games have not always guaranteed success for RCB. However, in a curious twist, teams batting first have been victorious four out of six times at this venue.
Probable XI and Player Watch
The predicted team for RCB comprises Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Anuj Rawat (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Michael Bracewell, Mahipal Lomror, Shahbaz Ahmed, Wayne Parnell, Harshal Patel, Karn Sharma, and Mohammed Siraj.
On GT’s side, the expected lineup includes Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudarshan/Vijay Shankar, Hardik Pandya (c), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Joshua Little/Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad, Mohammed Shami, and Mohit Sharma.
Weather Forecast
The match day forecast suggests scattered showers, but the ground’s subsurface aeration should help quickly resume play if interrupted.
Conclusion
The stage is set for an exciting clash in Bengaluru. As RCB lock horns with GT, the suspense only amplifies. It’s not just a game, but a dramatic spectacle that will unfold at the IPL 2023’s final league match.
