Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Head To Head Records Preview:

The IPL 2022 is now just two games away from having a champion. It is the second qualifier where the Rajasthan Royals take on Royal Challengers Bangalore. These two teams along with the Gujarat Titans have been the three best sides of this season. It is fitting that one among RR and RCB will march ahead into the finals on May 29. Let us dive into RR vs RCB Head to Head Details.

Current Form: Rajasthan Royals

They were pegged as one of the favourites heading into this season. Rajasthan Royals did a fine job at the auctions. The way they have played this season has further amplified their credentials. They are one of the very few teams who have loaded their side with specialists. It has turned out to be their strength as well as their weakness. 

RR’s lack in batting depth has at times curbed their batters’ natural instincts. It was evident in the game against GT in qualifier 1. Their cautious approach against Rashid Khan eventually cost them the game. RR’s bowling at the death too has been a big reason to worry. Apart from an odd game or two, RR has largely struggled at the end. They need to bring out their A-game if they aspire to play their second final after 15 years.

Current Form: Royal Challengers Bangalore

It will be 11 years since The Royal Challengers Bangalore last played the second qualifier. The Faf du Plessis led-side has had a lot of history to battle at the business end of the league. RCB had to bank on Mumbai Indians to ensure a passage into the playoffs. They then went on to put on a show against LSG. RCB batting first put on a stirring display of batsmanship. They unearthed a potential superstar in the uncapped player, Rajat Patidar. 

The key difference for RCB this season is that the lesser-known players have stepped up. Their superstar players have played supporting arcs rather than running the show. But RCB will need their big stars to step up if they have to get the better of RR. RCB will be up against not just RR, but also against pressure, and expectations.

RR vs RCB: Head-to-Head battle

  • Both sides have played 27 IPL games against each other.
  • RR has won 11 games. RCB has won 13 matches. 3 games have not fetched a result.
  • RR’s highest score against RCB is 217. RCB’s highest score against RR is 200.
  • RR’s lowest score against RCB is 58. RCB’s lowest score against RR is 70.

The stakes:

It is undeniably the battle of royals in this game. Rajasthan, the inaugural IPL champions will be gunning for glory after 15 years. Royal Challengers Bangalore on the other hand will be eyeing their maiden IPL crown. It can’t get any bigger than this!