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The Indian Premier League 2026 continues with an exciting clash as Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Chennai Super Kings in the 11th match of the tournament. The match will be played on Sunday, 5 April at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, starting at 7:30 PM IST.
Bengaluru come into this game with strong momentum after winning their opening match of the season. Chennai, on the other hand, are still searching for their first victory after losing their first two matches. With both teams having powerful batting lineups, fans can expect a thrilling contest at one of the most batting-friendly grounds in the IPL.
Match Details
| Match | BLR vs CHE, Match 11 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Date | 5 April 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Umpires | KN Ananthapadmanabhan, Akshay Totre |
| Third Umpire | Adrian Holdstock |
| Match Referee | Prakash Bhatt |
Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Recent Form |
|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | W, W, W, W, L |
| Chennai Super Kings | L, L, W, L, W |
Bengaluru have been in impressive form recently, winning four of their last five matches. Their batting unit has looked confident and capable of putting up big totals.
Chennai have had mixed results. They have struggled to maintain consistency but still possess a squad filled with experienced players who can change the game quickly.
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BLR vs CHE Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | BLR Wins | CHE Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Last 10 Matches | 4 | 6 |
Chennai have had a slight edge historically, winning six of the last ten meetings between the two sides. However, Bengaluru have managed to win several recent encounters, making this rivalry more balanced in recent seasons.
Points Table Situation
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2.907 | 2 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 2 | 0 | 2 | -2.562 | 0 |
Bengaluru will aim to strengthen their early position in the standings. Chennai desperately need a win to get their campaign back on track.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report
The Chinnaswamy Stadium is known as one of the most batting-friendly venues in the IPL. The small boundaries and flat pitch usually lead to high-scoring matches.
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total IPL Matches | 103 |
| Win Batting First | 41% |
| Win Chasing | 53% |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 169 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 151 |
| Highest Total | 287/3 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 213 |
Fast bowlers have taken the majority of wickets in recent matches at this venue, mainly due to variations and slower balls during the death overs.
Weather Report
The weather in Bengaluru is expected to be mostly cloudy during the match.
| Temperature | 31.7°C |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 36% |
| Rain Probability | 25% |
The conditions should allow a full match without major interruptions.
Key Players to Watch
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have several match-winners in their lineup. Virat Kohli remains the backbone of the batting order, while captain Rajat Patidar provides stability in the middle order. Power hitters like Tim David and Philip Salt can accelerate the scoring quickly.
Chennai Super Kings will rely on captain Ruturaj Gaikwad to anchor the innings. Shivam Dube and Dewald Brevis bring explosive batting power, while bowlers like Khaleel Ahmed and Matt Henry will try to control the Bengaluru batters.
Probable Playing XI
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Chennai Super Kings |
|---|---|
| Philip Salt (wk) | Sanju Samson (wk) |
| Virat Kohli | Ruturaj Gaikwad (c) |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Ayush Mhatre |
| Rajat Patidar (c) | Shivam Dube |
| Jitesh Sharma | Sarfaraz Khan |
| Tim David | Dewald Brevis |
| Romario Shepherd | MS Dhoni |
| Krunal Pandya | Jamie Overton |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Khaleel Ahmed |
| Josh Hazlewood | Matt Henry |
| Suyash Sharma | Noor Ahmad |
Match Prediction
Bengaluru will enter the match with confidence after a strong start to the season and the advantage of playing at home. Their batting lineup is well suited to the Chinnaswamy conditions, where high scores are common.
Chennai have the experience and depth to challenge any team, but they need their top order to fire. If Bengaluru’s batters get going early, it could be difficult for Chennai to control the scoring.
At the moment, Bengaluru appear slightly ahead because of their current form and home conditions.
This match promises to be a high-scoring contest between two of the most popular teams in the IPL. Bengaluru will try to continue their winning momentum, while Chennai will look to bounce back and register their first victory of the season. Fans can expect an entertaining evening of cricket at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
