Virat Kohli and Khaleel Ahmed will be in action. [Source - IPL/x.com]
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and (SRH) will meet each other once again this season in the upcoming 52nd match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season on Saturday, May 3rd. The mouthwatering clash will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru and is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST.
RCB has won seven of their ten games and will now look to secure another win to sustain their top-two spot. On the other hand, CSK has been eliminated from the tournament as they have managed only 2 wins in ten games so far this season and will now hope to play spoilsport for others and end their season positively.
As another enthralling contest awaits from Bengaluru for us, here are the top three captain and vice-captain choices for RCB vs CSK Match 52 of IPL 2025.
3. Khaleel Ahmed
Why Will Khaleel Ahmed Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Khaleel Ahmed is a smart and underrated captain or vice-captain pick for the upcoming RCB vs CSK match, considering the conditions at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium so far this season. The left-arm pacer is currently CSK’s second highest wicket taker 14 wickets to his name at an average of 22.57.
Notably, Khaleel has been the most successful bowler inside the powerplay so far this season as 9 of his 14 wickets have come inside the first six overs. He has enjoyed bowling at Chinnaswamy in the past, claiming 5 wickets in just two matches. The seamer-friendly conditions further boost fantasy potential.
2. Dewald Brevis
Why Will Dewald Brevis Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Dewald Brevis has made an impressive start to the season, carrying his terrific domestic form into the IPL. The young South African, batting in the middle order for CSK, has been striking at an excellent rate of 145.10.
He has helped solve the team’s middle-overs conundrum with utmost aggression and stylish stroke play. His confidence and ability to accelerate make him a valuable fantasy pick. Given his current form and consistency, a big knock is inevitable.
1. Virat Kohli
Why Will Virat Kohli Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Virat Kohli remains a top captain or vice-captain choice for the upcoming RCB’s clash against CSK in Bengaluru. Kohli is looking in great touch as he is currently the third highest run-scorer of the season, scoring 443 runs at an average of 63.29, including six fifties in ten games, more than any other batter.
Kohli has been pivotal in RCB’s wins and we all know how much he loves playing at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. After a poor start in Bengaluru this season, Kohli covered it up as he recently scored a match-winning half-century against Rajasthan Royals.