The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is heating up as two of the most dominant sides this season prepare for a “Battle Royale.” Today, Friday, April 10, 2026, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the ACA Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
With both teams sitting comfortably at the top of the points table, this match isn’t just about the two points; it’s about establishing early-season supremacy.
Match Details
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Match 16
- Date: April 10, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: ACA Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
- Live Streaming: JioStar Network & JioHotstar App
Pitch Report: ACA Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati
The Barsapara Stadium has traditionally been a high-scoring ground, but recent trends suggest a shift. In the previous match here, the surface appeared to slow down significantly as the game progressed.
- Win the Toss, Bat First? While dew is often a factor in the northeast, the slowing pitch suggests that defending a total might be the smarter play.
- Key Stats: Expect spinners and “hit-the-deck” pacers like Nandre Burger to find more assistance in the second innings.
Team News & Performance Analysis
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – The Unstoppable Force
RR is currently perched at the #1 spot on the points table with 3 wins in 3 games. Their NRR of +2.403 is a testament to their clinical finishes.
- Form Guide: Won against CSK, GT, and MI.
- Key Players: Yashasvi Jaiswal is in sublime touch, while Ravi Bishnoi (7 wickets in 3 games) is the man to watch in the middle overs.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – The Defending Champs
Led by Rajat Patidar, RCB has picked up right where they left off last season. They are 2-for-2, coming off a massive 43-run win over CSK where they posted a staggering 250/3.
- Form Guide: Won against SRH and CSK.
- Key Players: Virat Kohli remains the anchor, but Tim David’s 25-ball 70 in the last game has made him the most feared finisher in the league right now.
Head-to-Head Record (IPL History)
| Total Matches | RR Wins | RCB Wins | No Result |
| 34 | 14 | 17 | 3 |
Predicted Playing XIs
Rajasthan Royals Probable XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag(C), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Jofra Archer, Kuldeep Sen, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma,
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable XI:
Virat Kohli, Phil Salt (WK), Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Jacob Duffy, Bhuveswar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Abhinandan Singh.
RR vs RCB Dream11 Top Picks
- Captain Choice: Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) – Lethal at the top on this ground.
- Vice-Captain Choice: Virat Kohli (RCB) – Consistency personified.
- Budget Pick: Jacob Duffy (RCB) – Has 5 wickets in just 2 games and is a wicket-taking machine in the powerplay.
Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today?
While Rajasthan Royals have the home-ground advantage in Guwahati, RCB’s batting depth is currently unparalleled. If RCB’s finishers get going, they might just hand RR their first defeat of the season.
Our Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win a close contest.
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