CSK Or RCB – Who Will Attain Playoffs If Mega IPL Conflict Is Washed Out?

As the continued IPL 2024 inches nearer to its fruits, the thrill stays on the pinnacle as five-time champions Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) combat for the ultimate playoff berth of their final league stage encounter. Desk toppers Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have already booked their place for the knockout levels however the final workforce to affix them within the playoffs is but to be ascertained. RCB are on a five-match profitable streak after outclassing Delhi Capitals by 47 runs of their earlier recreation. Regardless of the forgettable begin, the Bengaluru-based franchise gained momentum in the midst of the season to remain alive within the title race. With 12 factors in 13 matches, RCB are positioned sixth within the standings.

RCB must win the match in opposition to CSK to bolster their hopes of a title end. It isn’t only a win however by a sure margin to raised their web run-rate than the defending champions.

Alternatively, Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Chennai maintain 14 factors in 13 video games and at the moment occupying fourth spot within the factors desk. A win in opposition to RCB will make them the ultimate workforce to progress to playoffs.

Nonetheless, they will nonetheless qualify even after shedding the match on the premise of web run fee (NRR). CSK must minimise the shedding margin to maintain their NRR intact.

There may be additionally a risk of a washout because the Indian Meteorological Division (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in Chennai on Friday and Saturday (match day).

In case of a washout or a truncated match, the eventualities will favour the hosts greater than RCB. Each groups will get some extent every in case of no consequence whereas if the overs are lowered, RCB will discover it tough to assist their NRR even after a win.

Chennai will host Bengaluru at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.