IPL 2018, CSK vs RR: 5 Talking Points

#1 RR fail to put up a fight chasing 205

It was a comphre — It was a comprehensive victory for CSK

Chasing anything more than 200 is never easy. But in this tournament, teams have chased quite well and big scores have been hunted down.

With 205 to get, it was important for Rajasthan to get off to a good start. But that didn’t happen as they crumbled got off to a bad start, losing their top three inside the powerplay.

After the powerplay, RR kept losing wickets at regular intervals and didn’t have any momentum in the chase. Stokes tried hard and scored a fighting 45 but 205 was always going to be difficult after the start they got.

After Jos Butler and Stokes were dismissed, it was just a matter of time before CSK got their third win of the season.

RR failed to put up a fight as they crumbled and were bowled out for 140 and fell short by 64 runs.

Our tournament homepage has IPL live score, Match Analysis, Detailed Stats, Fantasy Tips, Controversies, Match Predictions and much more. Bookmark it now!

About the author

Sahil is a journalist who covers cricket at Sportskeeda. His passion for the sport goes beyond boundaries, with the Indian Cricket Team and Royal Challengers Bangalore holding a special place in his heart. Having provided text commentary during the 2019 World Cup, Sahil brings extensive experience in covering cricket, showcasing a deep knowledge of the game and its players. He is committed to crafting engaging narratives, staying updated with the latest trends, and sharing valuable insights with readers. Sahil is also well-versed in SEO and journalism guidelines, contributing as an experienced journalist in the sports industry.

Know More

Get real-time updates on IPL 2025, live scores, IPL Prediction, match schedule, points table,Result & squad -CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS

Edited by Alan John