Indian T20 League 2022: Match 68–Rajasthan vs Chennai: Preview, Match Details, Pitch Conditions and Updates

Rajasthan will square up against Chennai in the 68^th match of the Indian T20 League on Friday at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. Chennai are already out of the knockouts and will be playing the last match of the league stage. They would look to end the tournament on a winning note.

However, Rajasthan, 0n the other hand, have secured a place in the qualifiers. However, this game too is very important for them as a win can take them to the number two position on the table. Rajasthan are coming into the contest on the back of a 24-run win over Lucknow.

Team News:

Chennai:

Chennai were bundled out for just 133 runs in the last game but you expect a similar batting line-up in the next game as well. Conway and Gaikwad will have the responsibility of giving a strong start. For Mukesh Chaudhary and Simranjeet Singh, it will their last opportunity to leaving a lasting impression with the ball. Besides, Matheesha Pathirana is also expected to be part of the playing XI.

Players to watch out for:

1. Devon Conway

Devon Conway is likely to open the innings alongside Gaikwad in the last match as well. In the last game, he got out cheaply but has been in pretty good form. He is expected to play a stellar knock with the bat.

2. Ruturaj Gaiwkad:

Ruturaj Gaikwad hasn’t managed to replicate the performances he showcased in the last game but he has played a few notable innings. Gaikwad would be looking to give them a strong start and set the foundation for a big score.

3. Matheesha Pathirana

The Sri Lankan seamer played his first match for Chennai in the last game. He impressed and one and with his raw pace and accuracy. He returned with figures of 2 for 24 in 3.1 overs and will be a player to watch out for on Friday.

Probable Playing XI:

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, N Jagadeesan, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Mitchell Santner, Prashant Solanki, Simarjeet Singh, Matheesha Pathirana, Mukesh Choudhary

Rajasthan:

For Rajasthan, their last league stage game against Chennai will be extremely important. A win on Friday will help them finish at second on the points table. They would look to field their best possible eleven in the game. Also, Shimron Hetmyer has joined the camp and is expected to be part of the playing XI.

Players to watch out for:

1. Jos Buttler

Jos Buttler is the highest run-getter this season but his recent scores haven’t been inspiring. He is due for a big knock and it might come on Friday. Jos Buttler has 627 runs in 13 matches at an average of 52.25 and a strike rate of 148.23.

2. Devdutt Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal looked in supreme touch in the last match. Coming in at number four, he played aggressively and went on to score 39 runs in just 18 deliveries, including 5 fours and 2 sixes. He will be a player to watch out for.

3. Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson, too, has been in good touch and is due for a big knock. He made 32 runs in 24 balls in the last match before throwing it away. Samson has managed to score 359 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 153.42. He will be a player to watch out for.

Probable Playing XI:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Devdutt Padikkal, James Neesham, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal, Obed McCoy

Match Details:

Venue: Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.

Date: May 20, 2022

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network for Television and Disney + Hotstar app for live streaming

Pitch Report:

The 68^th match is scheduled to played at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. This is a much smaller ground as compared to the other ones and you could see a lot of sixes and fours being hit during the game. A high scoring contest is on the cards. Spinner will also have assistance on the pitch and will come into play in the middle overs. Both teams should look to bowl first upon winning the toss.