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Virat Kohli & Co To Get Knocked Out? Rain To Play Spoilsport In RCB vs CSK

CSK and RCB are set to collide in Bengaluru on May 18 (BCCI)CSK and RCB are set to collide in Bengaluru on May 18 (BCCI)

Rain threatens to disrupt the pivotal clash between cross-city rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, May 18, heightening the tension in the race for the IPL 2024 playoffs.

CSK's recent victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR), followed by RCB's triumph against Delhi Capitals (DC), has injected new excitement into the tournament. RCB's remarkable resurgence in the latter half of the season, marked by five consecutive wins, has kept their playoff hopes alive.

However, RCB's fate hinges on the outcomes of other matches as well. Nevertheless, if results align favourably, their upcoming league encounter against CSK could effectively serve as a knockout match preceding the playoffs.

With seven teams vying for playoff berths, the competition could ultimately boil down to a showdown between CSK and RCB for a spot in the top four. 

The anticipation is intensified as fans eagerly await the possibility of witnessing MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli square off, possibly for the final time, amplifying the intrigue of this already enthralling encounter. 


What are the chances of rain during RCB vs CSK?

As these two formidable teams prepare to clash, anticipation mounts for another thrilling showdown. Yet, the weather casts a shadow of uncertainty, with forecasts predicting a 72 percent chance of rain on match day. While rain failed to disrupt the recent RCB vs DC game, Bengaluru's unpredictable weather remains a concern, especially given the city's recent trend of persistent rainfall.

RCB's playoff aspirations were dealt a blow ahead of their crucial final league game. Will Jacks and Reece Topley have returned home to the United Kingdom, leaving a void in RCB's lineup. Jacks, in particular, has been a standout performer in IPL 2024, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. 

His absence will undoubtedly be felt by the Bangalore-based franchise. Despite facing player departures themselves, CSK remains a formidable opponent, capable of challenging RCB even with a depleted squad in the Garden city.