Rajasthan Royals host Chennai Super Kings in an emotionally charged clash at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. The blockbuster Jadeja-Samson swap headlines this fixture, with Ravindra Jadeja facing his former team after 13 years in yellow, while Sanju Samson returns as India’s T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament.
RR enter with momentum after winning 8 of the last 9 meetings against CSK. Captain Riyan Parag will have home crowd backing in his city as the inaugural champions seek their second title. The contest takes place on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT).
RR vs CSK IPL 2026 Match 3 Odds and Prediction
Rajasthan Royals are slight favorites due to their dominant recent record against CSK and home advantage at Guwahati.
| Platform | RR Win Odds | CSK Win Odds | Toss Odds (RR) | Toss Odds (CSK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.72 | 2.10 | 1.90 | 1.85 |
| Stake | 1.75 | 2.05 | 1.85 | 1.90 |
| 4RABET | 1.70 | 2.15 | 1.85 | 1.85 |
| BetVibe | 1.73 | 2.08 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
RR vs CSK IPL 2026 Head-to-Head Record
CSK holds the slightest edge overall, but RR have dominated recently with 8 wins in the last 9 meetings since IPL 2020.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Win Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 31 | 15 | 16 | 48.39% |
| Chennai Super Kings | 31 | 16 | 15 | 51.61% |
Recent Results: RR won both meetings in IPL 2025, including the Guwahati fixture by 6 runs on the exact same date last year (March 30). CSK’s only win in last 5 came at Chepauk in IPL 2024.
RR vs CSK IPL 2026 Probable XI
Sam Curran has been ruled out for the entire IPL 2026 with a groin injury. CSK will miss Nathan Ellis, while MS Dhoni is expected to bat lower down the order with Samson keeping wickets.
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Nandre Burger
Chennai Super Kings: Ayush Mhatre, Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, MS Dhoni, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matt Henry
RR vs CSK IPL 2026 Pitch Report and Weather Report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium offers a balanced surface with good bounce early on and grip for spinners as the match progresses.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced, slight assistance for batters early |
| Batting Condition | Good bounce and carry, short boundaries help scoring |
| Bowling Condition | Pace early, spinners get grip as match progresses |
| Dew Factor | Expected from 12th over of 2nd innings onward |
| Average First/Second Innings Score | 150-170 runs, not a 200+ ground |
RR vs CSK Toss Factor
Chasing teams have a slight advantage in evening games at Guwahati. Dew becomes a factor from around the 12th-14th over of the second innings, making it harder for bowlers to grip the ball. Both captains are expected to bowl first.
RR vs CSK Weather Report
Good conditions for cricket with no rain concerns expected during match hours in Guwahati.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24-28°C |
| Weather | Partly cloudy, no rain forecast |
| Wind | Light winds, 8-12 km/h |
| Humidity | 55-65% |
| Rain Chances | Less than 5% (Very low interruption risk) |
Related Reads
- IPL 2026 Points Table: Latest Standings & Rankings (29 March)
- IPL 2026 Schedule: Complete Fixtures, Venues & Timings
RR vs CSK IPL 2026 Key Players to Watch
| Player | Stats |
|---|---|
| Ravindra Jadeja (RR) | 20+ wickets in RR vs CSK rivalry, highest wicket-taker in this fixture |
| Jofra Archer (RR) | Elite T20 pacer, transforms RR’s bowling from average to elite |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) | India’s top T20 opener, destructive against pace and spin |
| Sanju Samson (CSK) | T20 World Cup 2026 Player of the Tournament, facing former franchise |
| Ayush Mhatre (CSK) | SR 188.97 in IPL 2025 (240 runs in 7 matches), fearless opener |
| Noor Ahmad (CSK) | Afghan left-arm wrist spinner, deadly on gripping surfaces |
