Rajasthan Royals will take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 16th match of the ongoing edition of the IPL 2026 season. The Riyan Parag-led side will also be aiming to continue their promising run after having won three matches first up, while the defending champions are looking to keep up with their good form after having won the IPl trophy last season.
The Rajasthan Royals dominated the five-time IPL champions in their last game at this same venue in a rain-affected match. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on the other hand, won the match against the Chennai Super Kings, contrary to their record against the Super Kings at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. A win for the Royals can strengthen their hold on the top spot, while RCB might move to the top of the order.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Match Details
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Date: April 10, 2026
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Time: 7:30 PM LOCAL
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Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
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Live Streaming: JioHotstar
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Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Pitch & Weather Report
The upcoming match is scheduled to be played at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati. This ground has functioned as the second home ground for the Rajasthan Royals. The pitch offers one of the finest conditions for spinners, as the ball often grips off the surface; however, seamers are not helped much after the ball gets older.
However, the ground has been a promising surface, as the scoreboard could have built enough pressure during the second innings of the game. Guwahati would also offer good conditions for play, as the temperature is often mild. Rain might be a massive concern, as seen in the last game.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Head-to-Head Record
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been in promising form as they have won 17 matches after having met 34 times. Royals, on the other hand, have won 14 matches, while three matches have ended without any result.
Royal Challengers dominated the last IPL season, as they managed to win two games. On the other hand, the Rajasthan Royals have also dominated at times, winning several games against the Rajat Patidar-led side.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Probable Playing XI & Impact Players
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Donovan Ferreira, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Nandre Burger and Sandeep Sharma.
12th Player: Ravi Bishnoi
RR Impact Players: Ravi Bishnoi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Shubham Dubey, Ravi Singh and Brijesh Sharma
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar, Tim David, Jitesh Sharma, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Abhinandan Singh and Suyash Sharma.
12th Player: Devdutt Padikkal
RCB Impact Players: Devdutt Padikkal, Jacob Bethell, Rasikh Salam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer and Kanishk Chouhan.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Form and Fitness Update
The Rajasthan Royals have a completely fit squad with no injury concerns; however, the RCB has been carefully managing the fitness of Josh Hazlewood, the RCB pacer who was their highest wicket-taker in the previous season. Nuwan Thusara has also not joined the RCB squad yet.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Toss Prediction
Winning the toss is crucial in these games, especially on tracks like the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. In most of the games, the team winning the toss has elected to bowl first; however, the Rajasthan Royals have often opted to bat first so that they can set up massive totals. The Riyan Parag-led side will be eager to put on a massive score, opting to bat first.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Score Prediction
If the Rajasthan Royals opt to bat first, the score could be around 220+ runs, as their batting efforts have been extraordinary. On the other hand, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru would be sliding towards a massive score as well, since they too have a very promising batting lineup, comprising big-hitting finishers.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Key Players To Watch
Rajasthan Royals: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravi Bishnoi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Best Batsman Prediction
Rajasthan Royals: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi or Yashasvi Jaiswal
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli or Devdutt Padikkal
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Best Bowler Prediction
Rajasthan Royals: Nandre Burger or Ravi Bishnoi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Bhuvneshwar Kumar or Jacob Duffy
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Match Prediction: Who Will Win Match 16?
Rajasthan Royals will enter the match as the slight favourites in the contest due to their recent form; however, RCB have a much more balanced squad. RCB would look to keep up with their promising batting form. Both these teams have the winning momentum to their advantage.
IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Winning Probability
The Rajasthan Royals have around a 55% chance of winning the match due to their recent momentum and winning streak. On the other hand, the defending champions RCB have a 45% chance of securing a victory in the match. However, the match would be a very closely fought contest.
