RCB vs RR Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Stats & Injury Updates of Match 16, IPL 2021

RCB vs RR Dream11 Prediction: The 16^th match of the 14^th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2021) will be played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Thursday, April 22, 2021.

RCB vs RR Match Preview

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore would be overwhelming favourites when they take on Rajasthan Royals on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium. 

Virat Kohli and Co. are going to play their first match at Wankhede. Till now they have played three matches at MA Chidambaram, winning all of them. They are currently sitting at the top of the points table with 6 points in their account. They are the only side that is still unbeaten in the tournament. We can not expect many changes in their playing XI. However, we can see Mohammed Azharuddeen or Daniel Sams replacing Rajat Patidar as has been a weak link so far. 

Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, will be keen to register a win in this match and make an upwardly mobile journey in the points table. Currently, they are placed in the sixth spot with 2 points from three games.

Rajasthan Royals have struggled to find a potent playing XI with Ben Stokes, who ruled out of this season and Jofra Archer still recovering from injury. Liam Livingstone has also returned home citing bubble fatigue. Hence, the likes of Sanju Samson, Chris Morris and Jos Buttler need to perform from the front. 

As long as their head to head record is concerned, out of a total of 23 clashes between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals, the scoreline is evenly poised at 10 victories to both teams while 3 games went with no result. 

Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads and Dream11 fantasy team predictions for Match 16 of the 14^th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL 2021) between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals on Thursday, April 22, 2021.

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RCB vs RR Match Details

• Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 16
• Date: Thursday, April 22, 2021
• Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

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RCB vs RR Weather & Pitch Report

Pitch Report

The strip at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is always known to be a batsmen’s paradise. The Wankhede pitch offered plenty of assistance to the batters. The pitch is made of red clay which makes the surface very tough and the bowlers get an extra bounce.

Due to fair bounce and true nature – a big total is expected here when Rajasthan and Bangalore take on each other. Anything under 180 runs will make it easy for the chasing team to grab those important two points.

Weather Conditions

Clear skies in Mumbai, so no signs of rain. However, the temperature will be hot and humid and around 30 degrees celsius. The dew factor will kick in during the second innings.

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Average First Innings Score

The average first innings score at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai considering the last 5 matches of IPL 2021 played is 171 runs.

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Record of Chasing Team

Based on the last 5 matches played at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai —

• Matches Won: 3
• Matches Lost: 2
• No Result: 0

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RCB vs RR Head-to-Head

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Royal Challengers Bangalore & Rajasthan Royals Form

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Royal Challengers Bangalore & Rajasthan Royals Squads

Royal Challengers Bangalore Squads

Virat Kohli (C), Kane Richardson, Mohammed Azharuddeen, Devdutt Padikkal, Finn Allen, Pavan Deshpande, Adam Zampa, Glenn Maxwell, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Srikar Bharat, Washington Sundar, Daniel Christian, Rajat Patidar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kyle Jamieson, Sachin Baby, AB de Villiers (WK), Suyash Prabhudessai, Shahbaz Ahmed, Navdeep Saini.

Rajasthan Royals Squads

Sanju Samson (C & WK), Andrew Tye, Anuj Rawat, Ben Stokes, David Miller, Jaydev Unadkat, Jofra Archer, Jos Buttler, Kartik Tyagi, Mahipal Lomror, Manan Vohra, Mayank Markande, Rahul Tewatia, Riyan Parag, Shreyas Gopal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shivam Dube, Chris Morris, Mustafizur Rahman, Chetan Sakariya, KC Cariappa, Liam Livingstone, Kuldip Yadav, Akash Singh.

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RCB vs RR Dream11 Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Devdutt Padikkal, Virat Kohli (C), Rajat Patidar/Daniel Sams/Daniel Christian, AB de Villiers (WK), Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Washington Sundar, Kyle Jamieson, Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammad Siraj

Rajasthan Royals

Manan Vohra, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Riyan Parag, David Miller, Shivam Dube, Rahul Tewatia, Chris Morris, Jaydev Unadkat/Shreyas Gopal, Mustafizur Rahman, Chetan Sakariya.

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Top 5 Picks For RCB vs RR 

1. AB de Villiers

He played a match-winning knock against KKR in the last match and we can expect the same from him in the next match. And when it comes to the fantasy team, it will be incomplete with him. His work with the gloves is also magnificent.

2. Glenn Maxwell

Glenn Maxwell is in red hot form with the bat and has scored 176 runs by far this season at an average of 58.66. He will be the best pick for your fantasy team.

3. Sanju Samson

After getting a century in the first game, Sanju has failed to deliver with the bat in the last two games. Being the captain of the team, he must be looking for another big knock.

4. Chris Morris

He has been in a good form and justifying his price tag. He picked up 2 wickets in the last game, while in the match against Delhi, he won the game for the Royals by scoring 36 runs.

5. Harshal Patel

He has been the highest wicket-taker for RCB. He has unlocked his true potential in this season’s IPL. He has picked up 4 wickets in his last 2 games, while in the match against Mumbai Indians, he took a fifer. He is the best pick among bowlers.

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Fantasy Points of Top 5 Picks For RCB vs RR

Players	Fantasy Points
AB de Villiers	84, 19, 117
Glenn Maxwell	56, 92, 105
Sanju Samson	179, 23, 25
Chris Morris	62, 83, 80
Harshal Patel	175, 64, 68

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RCB vs RR Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction

• Wicket-Keeper: AB de Villiers, Jos Buttler
• Batsmen: Virat Kohli, David Miller Riyan Parag
• All-Rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Chris Morris
• Bowlers: Jaydev Unadkat, Hashal Patel, Kyle Jamieson, Mohammed Siraj

• Captain: Glenn Maxwell
• Vice-Captain: Jos Buttler

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RCB vs RR Streaming & Broadcasting Details:

• Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
• Broadcasting: Star Sports Network

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RCB vs RR Probable Winner

Royal Challengers Bangalore is expected to win this match.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.