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RCB vs KKR: In the second half of the Super Sunday, the IPL action moves to the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore for the RCB vs KKR clash. Both teams have had a slightly disappointing season so far. While RCB sit second from bottom with just two wins in six games, KKR have had a dip in form losing their last two matches after having three of their first four matches.

Two-time IPL champions KKR have appointed former Australian cricketer David Hussey as their chief mentor. Hussey, who earlier played for KKR between 2008-10, joins head coach Brendon McCullum in the set-up. Besides Hussey, KKR also appointed former Kiwi pacer Kyle Mills as the bowling coach.

The bottom-placed Delhi take on the 4th placed KKR in the 26th fixture of the Indian Premier League. Gautam Gambhir has stepped down as Delhi's captain and the responsibility has been handed over to Shreyas Iyer. The left-hander hasn't had the best of starts to this season's IPL. A clear head, without the burden of captaincy, might fetch better results for Gambhir. New ideas, fresher approach and a stern learning. Iyer's maturity as a player will be tested. While it's a positive move, DD would like to win games and make it to the playoffs. The chances are slim but this is the IPL, where uncertainty is the norm. Delhi have managed only 2 points in 6 games and for a place in the top 4, they have to get their game plans spot on. DD vs KKR, it's redemption time for Delhi Daredevils.

The Caribbean flamboyance can't be matched. For this fixture, we've got the likes of Chris Gayle, Andre Russell and Sunil Narine. All working in tandem. While it'll be a thrilling experience for the crowd, on the hind side though, the winner of KKR vs KXIP will decide who moves to the top of the table. KKR are currently 2nd on the table and KXIP after the introduction of Chris Gayle looks an arduous team to beat. The race to the top is on as the IPL brings to you yet another smashing game. The Eden Gardens will witness some explosive cricket. Will the Knights from Kolkata remain irremovable or the Kings of Punjab conquer the Eden?

"Sometimes you have to put your hands up and applaud the best". Chennai Super Kings have been in brilliant form this season. After two years of exile from the IPL, this is how they respond. Out of the 8 games played, they've won 6 and lost 2. Defeats against KXIP and MI weren't bad performances either. Chennai have made it to the playoffs in every season they've played the IPL and this season looks no different. CSK lead the league table with 12 points and a positive 0.553 run-rate. How far can they go? CSk vs KKR is bound to be yet another cracker of a game.

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Two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders surprised everyone after a productive show in the last season of the Indian Premier League. The young squad led by veteran Dinesh Karthik finished third. On the other hand, RCB have not delivered as per expectations. We compare the squads of the two franchises.

After an exciting triumph over the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Feroz Shah Kotla, the Delhi Capitals (DC) will lock horns with Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) in their home ground Mohali. Their certainty must be incredibly high now however it will be an immense trial of the young guns facing the Punjab based establishment with the top batsmen like Chris Gayle and KL Rahul in their best form. KXIP crushed the Mumbai Indians (MI) on Saturday and the home favorable position is unquestionable with them.

RCB vs MI: "The idea of redemption is always good, even if it means sacrifice or some difficult times". After 7 games, the 3-time IPL champions and the defending champions Mumbai Indians have plenty to ponder about. They've got to win every game hereafter to stand a chance of making it to the playoffs. A positive though has to be their impressive win against the Chennai Super Kings. Here's how the table can be summed up. CSK and SRH need only one win to confirm their playoff participation. KXIP are currently 3rd on the table with 10 points. They need a couple of victories to make it to the final four. Now, for the fourth spot, KKR, RR, MI and RCB have to do battle. The winner of RCB vs MI will be in the race for the top 4.

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