New Delhi, March 30: In the third match of IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings will face off against Rajasthan Royals on Monday at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Here are five Rajasthan players who could pose a significant threat to Chennai in this encounter.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The biggest threat to Chennai’s bowlers will be Vaibhav Suryavanshi. If he plays during the six-over powerplay, Chennai’s bowling attack could find itself in trouble. Vaibhav has made a strong impression with his batting over the past year. In IPL 2025, he scored 252 runs at a strike rate of 206 in seven matches. His game has improved even further since last season.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: Rajasthan Royals’ opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has a good record against Chennai’s bowling attack. In eight matches against Chennai, he has scored 266 runs at a strike rate of 161, including three half-centuries. If Yashasvi finds his rhythm, it could spell trouble for Chennai.
Shimron Hetmyer: The explosive West Indies batsman Shimron Hetmyer is in excellent form. He performed brilliantly in the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026, scoring 248 runs at a strike rate of 186 in seven matches, including two half-centuries. Hetmyer has the ability to change the course of any match single-handedly.
Ravindra Jadeja: After a long stint with Chennai Super Kings, Jadeja is now part of Rajasthan Royals this season. He is well aware of the strengths and weaknesses of Chennai’s batsmen and bowlers, which could help Rajasthan strategize effectively. Jadeja could prove to be a major trump card for Rajasthan, contributing significantly with both bat and ball.
Jofra Archer: England’s fast bowler Jofra Archer will be a test for Chennai’s batsmen. With his impressive speed and accuracy, he could dismantle Chennai’s batting order. Archer had a stellar performance in the T20 World Cup 2026, being the bowler with the most dot balls in the tournament.
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