Riding high on confidence following their stunning victory over KKR in the IPL opener on March 22, RCB are gearing up to face powerhouse team Chennai Super Kings in their next match, scheduled to be held on latter’s home turf at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Friday.
Despite getting off to a promising start, RCB face an uphill task against CSK, who have a bold record in Chennai. In last 17 years, RCB have not been able to beat CSK in Chennai. Even, former Australian allrounder Shane Watson believes that RCB will face a massive challenge against CSK.
It's going to be a huge challenge for RCB to go to Chepauk, especially given the quality of bowlers CSK have at their disposal. RCB will likely need to adjust their team composition to counter CSK's strengths. But make no mistake -- Chepauk is a fortress," Watson said on JioHotstar.
Watson, who has also donned the yellow jersey, highlighted the challenge CSK spinner will pose, having done so incredibly successfully in their last game against Mumbai Indians.
"CSK's entire setup is built around excelling in Chennai. Just look at the three spinners who bowled brilliantly in their opening game against MI -- Ashwin, Jadeja, and Noor Ahmad. They are going to be a real handful on that surface.
"Seeing Noor Ahmad make such an impact in his first game for CSK will only boost the team's confidence, knowing they have another wicket-taking option," he added.