RCB vs CSK: The Ultimate Knockout Clash to Determine Playoff Fate

RCB IPL Playoffs Qualification Scenario CSK vs RCB : Royal Challengers Bengaluru have a knack for giving their fans mini heart attacks. Just three weeks ago, when they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by just 1 run, it seemed like their IPL playoff dreams were fading fast. That defeat marked their sixth consecutive loss. At that point it looked like RCB fans wouldn't even need a calculator to tally up the disappointment. But now after winning 5 consecutive matches RCB finds themselves in a position where if they play their cards right, they could easily make it to the playoffs.

Their recent win against Delhi Capitals (RCB vs DC) on May 12 has put them in a good spot reigniting hope among the disheartened fans in Bengaluru.

Their final match is against Chennai Super Kings at their home ground, the Chinnaswamy Stadium. This match is like an eliminator with both teams having global fanbases who will be glued to their screens. Currently Chennai Super Kings sit at the third position with 7 wins and 6 losses in 13 matches, totaling 14 points with a net run rate of +0.528. On the other hand, RCB is at the 5th position with 12 points in 13 matches, winning 6 and losing 7 with a net run rate of +0.387.

The final IPL match for both Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore will take place on May 18 at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. To qualify, Bengaluru will need to accomplish one of two things:

• If Royal Challengers Bangalore bat first, they'll need to defeat Chennai Super Kings by 18 runs.
  
• If they're chasing the target given by Chennai Super Kings, they'll have to achieve it within 18.1 overs, which is 11 balls earlier.