Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2024: Predicted Playing XI Of Both Teams

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 61st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the M A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK lost to GT by 35 runs in their last outing and are currently placed fourth in the standings with 12 points from as many games after registering six wins and six losses. On the other hand, RR are currently placed second in the IPL 2024 standings with 16 points on the board after winning eight matches out of 11.

As we approach the decisive phase of the current IPL season, let's examine the playing XIs of both teams before a pivotal match.

CSK Predicted XI

Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane has struggled to make an impact as an opener for CSK in IPL 2024. The Indian batter has accumulated 209 runs in 12 matches and will look to improve his performance in a must-win match against RR.

Rachin Ravindra

After a slow start to the season, Rachin Ravindra has progressively found his form in IPL 2024 and has accumulated 134 runs in eight innings. The Kiwi opening batter possesses a strike rate of 161.44 and will look to score big against RR at home.

Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain)

CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has been one of the most standout batters in IPL 2024. Out of 12 matches Gaikwad has amassed a whopping 541 runs including five half-centuries and one 100-plus score this season. He will look to maintain his stunning form on Sunday.

Daryl Mitchell

Daryl Mitchell will enter this match on the back of a valiant 63-run knock against GT in the previous match. His knock included seven boundaries, three maximums and scored at a strike rate of 185.29. The Kiwi all-rounder will be raring to hammer Rajasthan's potent bowling lineup in Chennai.

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