Bittersweet news for RCB before the must-win CSK match

The rest of the RCB side is set to remain the same. They are standing at No. 6 in the points table with only three wins in their eight matches.

The South African dasher will come in place of wicket-keeper Quinton de Kock, who has gone back home to attend a family wedding.

The victory tasted sweeter because it came without the services of one of RCB’s most potent weapons – AB de Villiers.

Before their all-important encounter against Chennai Super Kings at Pune, there is some much awaited good news for the RCB fans.

AB de Villiers has recovered fully and is available for selection against CSK.

De Villiers was out of the playing XI for two matches as he was suffering from viral fever.

The Bangalore based franchise, whose bowling yet again came under scrutiny for their dismal outing in the current season stood up when they had their backs against the wall.

Tim Southee and Umesh Yadav were on song with the ball as RCB successfully defended 168 against Mumbai Indians to keep their play-offs hope alive.

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians have ensured that even after eleven seasons of IPL, the plot remains the same.

At the halfway stage of the tournament, both franchises are facing a win or go out situation with RCB having a one-match cushion.