IPL 2019: Match 17, RCB vs KKR – Royal Challengers Bangalore Predicted Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have made their worst start in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). They have lost their opening four games, and the confidence level has been at the rock bottom. Skipper Virat Kohli speaking to the media said they have ten games in hand and need to win every game from here. As a result, Bangalore will look to script a comeback when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at their home turf on April 5 (Friday) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Kohli indicated that there will be a few changes in the playing XI and will want them to perform. Gurkeerat Singh Mann is one of the few players who deserve a chance after putting in impressive efforts in the domestic circuit. The management will also be keen to add Nathan Coulter-Nile in the playing as Royal Challengers Bangalore have lacked leaders in the bowling unit.

Besides, the team needs to come out together as a unit and give their all to initiate a comeback in the 2019 IPL.

Date and Venue: April 5 (Friday) at 8:00 PM IST, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium

Here is the predicted XI of Royal Challengers Bangalore for match 17 of IPL 2019 against Kolkata Knight Riders at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru:

VIRAT KOHLI

Virat Kohli has been inconsistent in this IPL and back to back defeats may have taken a toll on him. The Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper needs to spend some time in the middle, and a big score is on the cards. The management will desperately want their skipper to hit the strides if they have to give themselves any outside chance of making a comeback.

PARTHIV PATEL

Parthiv Patel is the only Bangalore batsmen who have been among the runs. The veteran wicket-keeper batsman needs to keep up the good work and help his side to come out of the losing streak.

AB DE VILLIERS

AB de Villiers has lacked consistency, and it seems the lack of game time has affected his performance. However, the former South African cricketer can bounce back anytime, and Royal Challengers Bangalore management will hope that he storms back to form soon.

GURKEERAT SINGH MANN

Gurkeerat Singh Mann is a talented young batsman from Punjab. He has relative experience in the IPL playing for the Kings XI Punjab. The right-handed batsman will be keen to grab the chance and make a mark to retain his place in the playing XI.

MARCUS STOINIS

Marcus Stoinis had an outstanding debut for the Royal Challengers Bangalore scoring runs with the bat. The Australian all-rounder needs to keep up the good work if the franchise wants to give themselves any chance of qualifying. Also, Stoinis needs to chip in with few overs when needed.

MOEEN ALI

Moeen Ali needs to live up to the expectation and help Royal Challengers Bangalore return to winning ways. The all-rounder can contribute with both and ball and is a crucial figure in this line-up. Virat Kohli will want Ali to bowl his gentle off-spin and contain runs in the middle-order.

AKSHDEEP NATH

Akshdeep Nath has made significant progress for his domestic side Uttar Pradesh. The youngster will look to use this opportunity and provide stability in the middle order and cement his place in the playing XI.

NATHAN COULTER-NILE

Nathan Coulter-Nile can the leader in the bowling unit Bangalore have lacked this long. The Australian pacer has significant experience behind his back and can perform in pressure situations. The franchise will expect their overseas recruit to deliver for the team.

UMESH YADAV

Umesh Yadav has been out of form right from the start of the season. He has failed to pick wickets and also has gone for plenty which has hurt Royal Challengers Bangalore badly. The experienced pacer needs to stand up and produced significant performances to help his side make a comeback in the tournament.

YUZVENDRA CHAHAL

Yuzvendra Chahal is the lone performer in the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad. The Purple Cap holder needs to continue the good work he has been doing over the years for his franchise when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders.

MOHAMMAD SIRAJ

Mohammad Siraj jas done exceedingly well so far in this tournament; however, has lacked support from the other end. The Indian pacer needs to continue doing his job and pick wickets to strengthen his claim for a spot in the national team.