RR Vs DC: Rajasthan Royals (RR) lock horns with Delhi Capitals (DC) in a much-anticipated clash, the ninth match of IPL 2024. The encounter promises fireworks at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Thursday, March 28th.
- RR, the 2008 champions, are flying high after their opening win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 20 runs.
- DC, still chasing their first IPL title, are looking to bounce back from a close defeat to Punjab Kings (PBKS).
Current Standings:
- RR currently sits atop the points table with a dominant net run rate (NRR) of +1.000.
- DC finds itself in the second-last position with a negative NRR of -0.455.
Looking Back at the Openers:
- Batting first, DC set a target of 175 runs with contributions from their top order and a late surge by Abishek Porel. However, PBKS chased it down with 4 balls to spare, thanks to Sam Curran’s fifty and Shikhar Dhawan’s knock.
- RR put up a strong total of 193/4, led by Sanju Samson’s explosive 82 and Riyan Parag’s quickfire 43. LSG fought back with Nicholas Pooran and KL Rahul’s efforts, but Sandeep Sharma’s bowling restricted them to 173/6, securing victory for RR.
Stage Set for a Thrilling Encounter:
Both teams will be eager to prove their mettle. RR will look to maintain their winning momentum and strong position at home, while DC will be determined to register their first win and climb the points table. This promises to be a captivating contest for cricket fans!
RR Vs DC: Weather/Pitch Report
When the match starts the temperature in Jaipur is expecteed to hover around the 35 degrees Celsius mark. However, it will drop to 30 degrees Celsius by 11pm.
Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium is gearing up for its second IPL match this season. Historically, the pitch here is a batter’s paradise, as evidenced by the high-scoring encounter in the previous game. However, bowlers can still find some assistance with swing and bounce early on. Interestingly, despite favoring batters, there’s a slight advantage for teams who choose to bat first.
RR Vs DC: Predicted Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, SV Samson (C), R Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, DC Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal
Delhi Capitals
David Warner, MR Marsh, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant (C), RK Bhui, T Stubbs, Axar Patel, Sumit Kumar, KL Yadav, Ishant Sharma, KK Ahmed
RR Vs DC: Captain Choices
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR – BAT): This young opener is on a hot streak across formats, carrying that form into the IPL. He impressed with a quickfire 24 in the last match and will be looking to make a bigger impact this time.
- David Warner (DC – BAT): A legend with three Orange Caps under his belt, Warner is the backbone of DC’s batting. He’s known for both building a solid foundation and exploding when needed. Can he lead DC’s fightback?
- Sanju Samson (RR – WK): Captaincy contender Sanju Samson is in blazing form. The wicketkeeper-batsman is a consistent scorer for RR, and his explosive 82 off 54 against LSG set the tone for their opening win. Watch out for another big knock from him!
RR Vs DC: Top Player Picks
- Jos Buttler (RR – WK): A powerhouse in limited-overs cricket, Jos Buttler needs no introduction. Despite a slow start, his destructive potential makes him a must-have in any T20 lineup. Can the 2022 Orange Cap winner bounce back and unleash his fury?
- Trent Boult (RR – BOWL): The name strikes fear in openers’ hearts. Boult’s lethal combination of swing and accuracy makes him a wicket-taking machine, especially in the powerplay. He already has two scalps to his name this season and will be looking to add more.
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC – BOWL): Currently India’s spin spearhead, Kuldeep Yadav displayed his talent in the first match, grabbing two crucial wickets for just 20 runs. The left-arm wrist spinner is on a roll, and DC will be hoping he continues his impressive form.
Dream 11, Team 1, Small league & H2H
RR Vs DC:
Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant
Batters: David Warner, Yashasvi Jaiswal
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel, Riyan Parag, Ravi Ashwin
Bowlers: Trent Boult, Kuldeep Yadav
Captain First-Choice: Yashasvi Jaiswal || Captain Second-Choice: Jos Buttler
Vice-Captain First-Choice: David Warner || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Rishabh Pant
Dream 11, Team 2, Grand League
RR Vs DC:
Wicket-keepers: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samon, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant
Batters: David Warner, Yashasvi Jaiswal
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel
Bowlers: Yuzi Chahal, Trent Boult, Kuldeep Yadav
Captain First-Choice: Mitchell Marsh || Captain Second-Choice: Axar Patel
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Sanju Samson || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Yashasvi Jaiswal
Tactical Accumen
In the previous match, Sanju Samson’s decision to bat first after winning the toss proved beneficial. On the other hand, Rishabh Pant, returning as captain, faced challenges in strategizing when his team was losing wickets. He also struggled with making effective bowling changes against the Punjab Kings. However, there’s anticipation for him to bounce back with renewed strength and tactical acumen.
Who Could WIn?
Rajasthan Royals enter the match with home advantage on their side. They boast a strong 4-2 record against Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. The overall head-to-head record leans slightly in the Royals’ favor too, with 14 wins in 27 matches compared to DC’s 13. This adds to their confidence, especially considering Delhi’s shaky start with a loss in their opening game. However, for the Capitals, this is a critical encounter. A win here could be the turning point they desperately need to build momentum and climb the points table.
