Chennai Super Kings, the three-time IPL champion, had problems in Sharjah last season and lost their three games. – BCCI / IPL
After being shot against the Kolkata Knight Riders for 92, there is a lot going on on the explosive line-up of Royal Challengers Bangalore when it takes on the Chennai Super Kings in Sharjah on Friday.
Last one This year, the short border venue recorded some of the highest scores in the tournament, and the RCB batsmen hope to find their groove in potentially helpful batting conditions.
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On Wednesday Virat Kohli had an extended network session and trainer Mike Hesson sounded confident that the skipper had found his rhythm again.
With AB de Villiers not putting on the gloves, it will be interesting to see if the RCB tries to add depth to his lineup, Kerala wicketkeeper batsman Mohammed Azharuddeen, who is known for his power hits.
In the meantime, CSK will be very confident after his 20-run win against defending champions Mumbai Indians, especially after being reduced to 24/4 with the first stroke on Sunday.
All-rounder Sam Curran will follow Completing his quarantine for Friday’s game and could give the team an option should they swap him for Moeen Ali.
Another good news is that both Ambati Rayudu, who was hit in the arm, and Deepak Chahar, who suffered convulsions from MI, are fit and available.
With a permanent line-up, CSK hopes to to score his seventh win of the season and get one step closer to the playoffs.
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