The Indian Premier League 2026 continues with another exciting clash as Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 3 of the tournament. The match will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on March 30 at 7:30 PM IST.
Both teams will begin their campaign with this match. CSK, the five-time IPL champions, will look to start strong despite some key absences. Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural IPL champions, will begin a new era under the leadership of Riyan Parag.
This match also brings an interesting storyline as Ravindra Jadeja will now represent Rajasthan Royals, while the player who led RR last season will feature for Chennai Super Kings.
RR vs CSK Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Indian Premier League 2026 |
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings – Match 3 |
| Date | March 30, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
Match Preview
Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals enter IPL 2026 with a strong batting lineup filled with young and aggressive players. The opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi can provide explosive starts at the top.
Captain Riyan Parag will play a key role in the middle order along with Shimron Hetmyer and Dhruv Jurel. All-rounder Dasun Shanaka adds extra balance to the squad.
In the bowling department, Jofra Archer will lead the pace attack, while Ravindra Jadeja and Ravi Bishnoi provide quality spin options.
Key Strengths
- Explosive top-order batting
- Strong spin bowling options
Key Concerns
- Dependence on Archer for pace bowling
Chennai Super Kings
Chennai Super Kings are entering a transitional phase with several young players getting opportunities in the squad.
The team will be led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who is expected to open the innings along with Sanju Samson. The middle order includes Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube, who can score quickly and change the game.
However, CSK will miss MS Dhoni for the first two weeks of the season, which is a significant setback for the team.
The bowling lineup features spinners Noor Ahmad and Rahul Chahar, while Khaleel Ahmed and Matt Henry lead the pace attack.
Key Strengths
- Strong middle-order batting
- Quality spin bowling options
Key Concerns
- Absence of MS Dhoni early in the season
- Pace bowling depth
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 15 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 16 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | W, L, L, L, W |
| Chennai Super Kings | L, L, W, L, W |
Weather & Pitch Report – Guwahati
Weather
- Temperature: 21–23°C
- Humidity: 70–75%
- Rain chances: 10%
Pitch Report
The surface at Barsapara Cricket Stadium generally offers good conditions for batting. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, allowing batters to play aggressive shots.
Fast bowlers can get some help early with the new ball, but overall it remains a batting-friendly wicket.
Barsapara Cricket Stadium T20 Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 8 |
| Bat First Wins | 3 |
| Bat Second Wins | 4 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 160 |
| Highest Score | 237/3 |
| Lowest Score | 118 |
Predicted Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Riyan Parag (c)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Dasun Shanaka
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Jofra Archer
- Sandeep Sharma
- Tushar Deshpande
- Ravi Bishnoi
Chennai Super Kings
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
- Sanju Samson (wk)
- Ayush Mhatre
- Dewald Brevis
- Shivam Dube
- Urvil Patel
- Matt Short
- Noor Ahmad
- Rahul Chahar
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Matt Henry
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Shivam Dube
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Sanju Samson
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Riyan Parag
- Dewald Brevis
RR vs CSK Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
Chennai Super Kings are currently rebuilding their squad with a mix of experienced international players and young talents.
Their batting lineup looks solid with Gaikwad, Samson, Brevis, and Dube, but the absence of MS Dhoni and concerns around the pace bowling attack may affect their balance.
Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, have a powerful batting lineup featuring Jaiswal, Hetmyer, Parag, and Jurel, which can create pressure on any bowling attack.
Considering the balanced lineup and strong batting depth, Rajasthan Royals appear slightly ahead in this match.
Predicted Winner: Rajasthan Royals
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | No injury updates |
| Chennai Super Kings | MS Dhoni unavailable |
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