Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans Predictions: Bangalore needs to win the game to have their playoff chances alive.

Playing in their fourteenth and last game of the season Royal Challengers Bangalore will welcome Gujarat Titans in the 70th game of the season at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on 21st May. This is the last game of the league phase in this year's IPL. Bangalore needs to win the game to have their playoff chances alive. Who will win this game?

Royal Challengers Bangalore

The Royal Challengers Bangalore secured an impressive victory over the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their recent match, significantly enhancing their chances of qualifying for the playoffs. Currently positioned 4th on the points table, a win in this game would guarantee their progression.

However, in the event of a loss, they will require favourable outcomes in a couple of other matches to stay in contention.

In the previous encounter, the opening duo of Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis once again showcased their destructive capabilities, forming their 3rd-century partnership of the season and becoming the first opening pair to accumulate over 1000 runs in IPL history.

Glenn Maxwell has been equally impressive at the number 3 position, consistently scoring runs at a rapid pace. His ability to hit sixes could prove crucial in this match.

The major concern for the Royal Challengers lies in the performance of their middle order. Due to the outstanding form of the top order, they have had limited opportunities to contribute, and when given the chance, they have failed to deliver.

Middle order of RCB containing Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Kartik, and Anuj Rawat have not done well with bat this season which can cost them. As the tournament enters a critical phase, they must raise their performance levels. RCB has no choice but to go all out, and we anticipate the players playing with freedom and aggression.

Mohammed Siraj has been exceptional with the ball, consistently delivering impressive spells with both the new ball and at the death. He currently leads the team in wicket-taking. Wayne Parnell and Harshal Patel have provided valuable support in the bowling department.

Karn Sharma and Michael Bracewell serve as the team's spinners and will play a vital role in this match.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Predicted Lineup

Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Anuj Rawat, Glenn Maxwell, Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Suyash Prabhudessai, Wanindu Hasaranga, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Josh Hazlewood

Gujarat Titans

The Gujarat Titans, reigning champions of this season, have continued their exceptional form. They have displayed remarkable consistency, winning 9 out of the 13 matches played thus far. Securing a playoff berth, they are set to finish atop the table, regardless of the outcome of this match.

Shubman Gill has emerged as the standout performer with the bat this season, displaying remarkable consistency. He leads the team in scoring with 576 runs and is a strong contender for the Orange Cap. However, the performance of other batsmen has been less impressive.

Wriddhiman Saha has struggled on multiple occasions, adding extra pressure on his opening partner. The middle order has also faced similar challenges. Despite having quality players like Vijay Shankar, David Miller, and Sai Sudharsan, their performances have been inconsistent.

On a positive note, the Titans possess considerable depth in their batting lineup, thanks to the contributions of Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan.

In this match, the Titans can potentially overpower RCB with their ability to hit sixes. Miller, Pandya, Tewatia, and Shankar all possess the capability to clear boundaries with ease.

Bowling has been one of the team's major strengths this season. Rashid Khan and Mohammed Shami have been outstanding, leading the tournament's wicket-taking charts with 23 scalps each.

They have received solid support from Mohit Sharma and Noor Ahmad, while Alzarri Joseph and Hardik Pandya have made valuable contributions in the middle overs.

Overall, the Titans are in a strong position, offering them an opportunity to rest some key players and provide opportunities for the younger talents to showcase their skills in this match.

Gujarat Titans Predicted Lineup

Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya (c), David Miller, Dasun Shanaka, Rahul Tewatia, Mohit Sharma, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad

Expert betting tips

The Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore has witnessed several high-scoring matches this season, and we anticipate a similar trend in this upcoming game. Historically, the average first-inning score on this ground exceeds 190 runs.The pitch is known for its flat and consistent nature, offering good bounce to the batsmen. The ball comes onto the bat smoothly, setting the stage for potential run-scoring opportunities. Bowlers will need to exhibit precision in their line and length to avoid being expensive. Since the ground has been idle for more than 20 days, we can anticipate a fresh pitch for this match. However, there is a weather forecast indicating the possibility of rain, which could lead to potential delays or interruptions in the game.. As GT will be fielding a weaker side we expect RCB to win here.