In the 11th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will face Ruturaj Gaikwad-captained Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This match between the two teams will be held on Sunday (April 5) evening at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
RCB made a positive start to the tournament with a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at home. Meanwhile, CSK lost to Rajasthan Royals (RR) by eight wickets in their first match. This preview includes toss prediction, probable playing XI, key players, best batsman, best bowler and match winner.
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK match details
match: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings, 11th match
date: 5 April 2026
Time: 7:30 pm local
venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
live streaming: jiohotstar
Live broadcast: star sports network
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK pitch and weather report
Pitch Report and Terms
The pitch at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is traditionally batting-friendly and often sees high-scoring matches. The ball is expected to come on the bat better in the second innings under floodlights.
The average score of the first innings at this venue is 169 runs, while the average score of the second innings is 151 runs. Sunrisers Hyderabad registered the highest score of 287 runs against Bengaluru here. The record of highest successful run chase of 213 runs is in the name of Lucknow Super Giants.
RCB vs CSK Weather Report, Bengaluru
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK key players to watch
Royal Challengers Bangalore: Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Jacob Duffy, Tim David
Chennai Super Kings: Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dubey, Matt Henry
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK Best Batsman Prediction
Who will score the most runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore? Virat Kohli or Devdutt Padikkal
Who will score the most runs for Chennai Super Kings? Sanju Samson or Ruturaj Gaikwad
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK Best Bowler Prediction
Who will take the most wickets for Royal Challengers Bangalore? Jacob Duffy or Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Who will take the most wickets for Chennai Super Kings? Matt Henry or Noor Ahmed
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK Match Prediction: Who will win the 11th match?
Royal Challengers Bangalore have strong firepower and better form. Chennai Super Kings are struggling with injury concerns, and their batting lineup is vulnerable to another collapse. Bengaluru is likely to defeat Chennai Super Kings on Sunday night.
IPL 2026: RCB vs CSK likely to win
Royal Challengers Bangalore have around 70 percent chances of winning due to their balanced team and home advantage. Chennai Super Kings have a 30 percent chance as they are missing key players like MS Dhoni and Dewald Brewis for this match.
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