3 Player Battles To Watch Out For Ahead Of CSK Vs RCB IPL 2024 Opener

Glenn Maxwell during IPL 2023 (X.com)Glenn Maxwell during IPL 2023 (X.com)

The biggest carnival of the cricket world, the Indian Premier League 2024, is here with the tournament opener set to be played between Chennai Super Kings and Bangalore at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

Expect intriguing player matchups in this game that warrant close attention. On that note, let’s take a look at the top three player rivalries to watch out for in this CSK vs RCB clash:

Virat Kohli vs Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja celebrating a wicket | Source: X.comRavindra Jadeja celebrating a wicket | Source: X.com

Virat Kohli vs. left-arm spinners is a love story with no end in sight. Ravindra Jadeja, the stalwart of Chennai Super Kings, is on a mission to break Kohli's spell and steal his thunder. With both players at the top of their game, it promises to be an intriguing battle of wits.

Glenn Maxwell vs Ravindra Jadeja

Glenn Maxwell in action | Source: X.comGlenn Maxwell in action | Source: X.com

Here we go again with another face-off between RCB's Glenn Maxwell and the one and only Ravindra Jadeja. The CSK all-rounder has been Maxwell's kryptonite on the pitch, making it tough for the Aussie to rack up runs. Can Maxwell flip the script this time and finally get the better of Jadeja? Time's the only teller!

Faf du Plessis vs Deepak Chahar

Deepak Chahar in action | Source: X.comDeepak Chahar in action | Source: X.com

RCB skipper Faf du Plessis hasn't been in top form lately, which could weigh him down heading into IPL 2024. His toughest task awaits against CSK's ace pacer, Deepak Chahar, known for his lethal new ball deliveries. Surviving Chahar's onslaught in the powerplay will test du Plessis's mettle.