IPL 2023 RCB vs GT: 3 Key Player Battles to Watch Out in Match 70

Key Battles to Look Forward During the Clash between Bangalore and Gujarat in IPL 2023

The match 70 of IPL 2023 between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at Bangalore’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday, 21st May promises to be an exciting contest. Bangalore is on the fourth position in the points table, while Gujarat is on the first position.

IPL 2023 RCB vs GT: 3 Key Player Battles to Watch Out in Match 70

RCB, led by Faf du Plessis, have won seven and lost six matches so far, while GT, captained by Hardik Pandya have won nine and lost four matches in their campaign. In their last match, RCB secured a comfortable win against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Meanwhile, GT also secured a comfortable win against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last match.

Two highly skilled teams are set to collide in what promises to be an exciting match. With both the teams eager to secure their eighth and tenth win in the IPL 2023. Both teams have played thirteen matches in this season. Bangalore has won 1 game, while Gujarat has won 1 game so far in the head to head encounters.

Also Read: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans: Who Will Win Today Match in IPL 2023?

Here are three player battles to watch out for during RCB vs GT match:

1) Virat Kohli vs Rashid Khan

Despite his recent century against SRH, Virat Kohli has struggled against the spin wizard Rashid Khan. Rashid has dismissed Kohli twice in their six IPL encounters and has managed to restrict his scoring rate. Kohli has faced challenges against leg spinners throughout his IPL career, being dismissed 20 times in 97 innings.

2) Faf du Plessis vs Mohammed Shami

In exceptional form this season with 702 runs, Faf du Plessis will face the formidable Mohammed Shami. Although Shami has dismissed Du Plessis twice in their nine IPL meetings, Du Plessis has still managed to score 90 runs off 54 deliveries. Shami has been effective in the powerplay, taking 15 wickets, while Du Plessis has accumulated 334 runs during this phase.

3) Shubman Gill vs Mohammed Siraj

Shubman Gill holds a crucial position in the GT lineup, and Mohammed Siraj aims to dismiss him early. However, Siraj has yet to dismiss Gill in their six IPL encounters. Gill has scored 40 runs off 27 balls against Siraj. Gill has been impressive in the powerplay this season, accumulating 251 runs, while Siraj has taken nine wickets during this phase.

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