The IPL keeps going with a full programme of matches and plenty to play for throughout the week.
Monday 24 April
Sunrisers Hyderabad 4/5 | Delhi Capitals 1/1
The Sunrisers are back at home after a loss away to CSK last time out and should be hopeful of a win against a struggling Delhi Capitals.
SRH have lost two on the bounce but won’t dwell too much on their last home loss which came in a high-scoring clash.
David Warner has been trying to pull the Capitals up by his boot straps with mixed results.
Despite Warner being among the top runscorers so far, the Capitals have lost five of their six matches.
Verdict: Sunrisers Hyderabad
Tuesday 25 April
Gujarat Titans 4/5 | Mumbai Indians 1/1
The Titans showed that they can grind out results in their last outing but won’t be happy with their inconsistency.
Mumbai Indians have had their own problems but were able to string together three wins before going down to Punjab Kings at home last time out.
MI have struggled with their death bowling in the absence of star bowler Jasprit Bumrah who will miss the whole tournament through injury.
Rashid Khan and Mohammad Shami have made star turns with the ball while Gujarat’s top order have struggled.
Verdict: Gujarat Titans
Wednesday 26 April
Royal Challengers Bangalore 8/11 | Kolkata Knight Riders 11/10
RCB will be out to keep their recent great form going after knocking over the Royals last time out.
Faf du Plessis has led the Royal Challengers brilliantly and stood up with the bat time and again.
KKR looked to kick into high gear through the potent batting of Jason Roy in their last appearance.
Having won just two of five matches to date KKR are desperate to get a winning run together.
Verdict: Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Thursday 27 April
Rajasthan Royals 9/10 | Chennai Super Kings 9/10
Rajasthan Royals have been the team to beat so far in the IPL even if they have been far from invincible.
CSK have fought their way to the top of the table with consistent performance but now need to defend their position against a real threat.
The Super Kings are out to string a fourth successive win together and cement their top spot.
The Royals batting has faltered in recent matches and they will be tested by a quality CSK team.
Verdict: Chennai Super Kings
