3 Players Who Could Be RCB's Biggest Match-Winners Vs CSK In IPL 2025

Debashis Sarangi

RCB will face CSK tonight [Source: AP]RCB will face CSK tonight [Source: AP]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lock horns with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 52nd IPL 2025 match of the ongoing season. The much-awaited clash will be played at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. 

Led by Rajat Patidar, RCB are flying high in the competition, having secured seven wins in ten matches. On the other hand, CSK have been pretty ordinary across departments, reeling at the tenth position with eight crushing defeats. 

As the depleted Super Kings gear up to face the in-form Royal Challengers, here's three RCB players who could be match-winners in this contest. 

1. Rajat Patidar

Why CSK need to be aware of Rajat Patidar?

Spin-hitting prowess: Rajat Patidar is regarded as one of RCB's finest players of spin bowling. Statistically, the stylish right-handed batter has struck 272 runs at a superb average of 54.4 and a strike rate of 154.5 against left-arm orthodox and chinaman spinners, posing a serious threat to CSK's Noor Ahmad and Ravindra Jadeja in the middle overs. 

Due For A Big Knock: Rajat Patidar has endured a string of failures and hence he is due for a significant knock. Considering CSK have an under-confident bowling attack, Patidar could thrive and showcase his mettle in RCB colours. In fact, in the last game against CSK, the RCB captain played a majestic knock of 51 runs. 

2. Josh Hazlewood

Why CSK need to be aware of Josh Hazlewood?

Red-Hot Form In IPL 2025: Josh Hazlewood has exhibited commendable form in the IPL 2025. The experienced Australian speedster has scalped 18 wickets in 10 matches at a magnificent average of 17.28 and an unbelievable strike rate of 12.28. 

Immaculate line and length: Josh Hazlewood is one of the finest exponents of powerplay bowling, courtesy of his ability to keeping things tight and moving the ball off the deck. He could make CSK's young and inexperienced top-order dance to his tunes on M. Chinnaswamy Stadium's surface that has offered a hint of movement and extra bounce to the new ball bowlers. 

3. Tim David

Why CSK need to be aware of Tim David?

Excellent Record vs CSK Pacers: Tim David generally bats in the slog overs, a phase when fast bowlers operate. He has an incredible record against CSK's fast bowling quartet comprising Pathirana, Curran, Khaleel and Kamboj, amassing 96 runs off just 45 balls at a whopping strike rate of 213.3. 

Scintillating IPL Form: Tim David has been a vital asset for RCB in the IPL 2025, scoring 184 runs at an average of 92 and a strike rate of 197.85. Thus, his recent form and ability to torment junk pace in the slog overs could make him a game-changer vs CSK tonight. 

P.S: Apart from these three players, the eyes will be on Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya, considering they have performed admirably in the IPL 2025.