RCB vs CSK IPL 2026 Match 11 Preview — El Clasico at Chinnaswamy
The Biggest Rivalry in IPL
The most-watched IPL rivalry continues as Royal Challengers Bengaluru host Chennai Super Kings at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Match 11.
RCB (2-0) — Flying Start
- Virat Kohli in sublime form — 69* vs SRH chasing 9000 career runs
- Rajat Patidar leading from the front as new captain
- Bowling looks solid with Prasidh Krishna and Hazlewood (when fit)
CSK (0-2) — Desperation Mode
- MS Dhoni's farewell season — can he turn it around?
- Batting thin, bowling weaker after overseas reshuffle
- Must win to avoid going 0-3
Head-to-Head
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| RCB | 22 |
| CSK | 21 |
Our Prediction
RCB at home with momentum will be too strong. Expect Kohli to play a big knock.