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Piyush Chawla on CSK's Top 4 Chances and RR's Dependence on Sooryavanshi

Piyush Chawla believes Chennai Super Kings have a decent chance to reach the top four due to their three-match winning streak. He credits the team's bowlers, including Anshul Kamboj and the spin duo of Noor and Akeal Hosein, for making the difference. Chawla also notes that Rajasthan Royals remain in contention but their fortunes depend heavily on young batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi's performance. He emphasizes that other RR players need to make decisive contributions as well.

Key Points: CSK's Top 4 Hopes & RR's Sooryavanshi Factor: Chawla

  • CSK have won three consecutive matches after a slow start
  • Team sits fifth with 12 points from 11 games
  • Bowlers like Anshul Kamboj, Noor, Akeal Hosein, and Jamie Overton are key
  • RR's playoff hopes depend on Vaibhav Suryavanshi's performance
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CSK have decent chance to be in top 4; for RR a lot depends on Sooryavanshi's performance: Chawla

Piyush Chawla says CSK have a decent top 4 chance after 3 wins, while RR's playoff hopes depend heavily on Vaibhav Suryavanshi's performance.

"I feel Chennai have a decent chance... they have that after winning their last three matches. - Piyush Chawla"

New Delhi, May 13

Piyush Chawla reckoned that Chennai Super Kings have a decent chance to break into the top four as their three-match winning streak has given them the necessary momentum in the race for the playoffs.

After starting the season with three straight defeats, the five-time champions successfully revitalised their campaign by winning three of their next five matches, eventually finding their peak form to secure three consecutive victories in their most recent outings.

The Ruturaj Gaikwad-led side are currently sitting fifth in the points table with 12 points in 11 games, four points behind the leader Gujarat Titans.

"I feel Chennai have a decent chance. We talk a lot about momentum in T20 cricket, and they have that after winning their last three matches. They are playing some really good cricket. Their batters are doing the job, but it is the bowlers, Anshul Kamboj, the spin duo of Noor and Akeal Hosein, and Jamie Overton in the middle overs, who are making the difference," Chawla said on JioStar.

In their last match against Lucknow Super Giants, for the first time since 2018 CSK had accomplished a chase in excess of 200. After LSG posted a total of 203/8, CSK, in reply, raced to 97 at the end of the powerplay, their second highest in the IPL, with Urvil Patel (23-ball 65) leading the way.

Skipper Gaikwad scored a handy 42 as well. Shivam Dube (15* off 7 balls) and Prashant Veer (17* off 12 balls) applied the finishing touches as the Men in Yellow breezed past the target with four balls in hand.

"They are restricting teams to totals in the 180-200 range. A score of 200 has become the norm, but when you restrict teams to scores below that, the batters also have breathing space, and CSK's bowlers have managed to provide that of late," he added.

Chawla further noted that Rajasthan Royals (RR) remain firmly in the hunt and suggested that their fortunes may rest on the shoulders of young prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi.

"RR are also in contention, but a lot will depend on how Vaibhav Suryavanshi plays in the next three matches. The rest of the players will also have to start making decisive contributions, something that has been missing so far," he concluded.

- IANS

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Sakshi H
I agree with Piyush bhai about CSK's chances. But putting so much pressure on a young player like Vaibhav Suryavanshi for RR's hopes seems unfair. Let the kid play freely without expectations, that's how talents flourish! 🤔
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Tanya I
CSK's ability to rebuild mid-season is why they're champions. Gaikwad's captaincy has been underrated — 42 runs plus smart field placements. And that chase of 203 showed their batting depth. RR though, they need their experienced players to step up, not just rely on a youngster. 🤷‍♀️
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Rohit L
Honestly, I think Chawla is being too optimistic about CSK. Yes, they have momentum, but they still need other results to go their way. And for RR, Suryavanshi is talented but expecting him to carry the team is risky. The middle order for both teams needs to fire consistently. Let's see how it plays out!
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Priya S
As a CSK fan, I'm cautiously excited! The bowling combination of Noor, Akeal, and Overton is working well, but I still feel we miss a genuine wicket-taking pacer in the powerplay. Still, if we chase like we did against LSG, who knows? Thala for a reason! ❤️💛
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Aman W
Chawla's analysis is spot on about momentum. But I think he's downplaying RR's chances — they have Sanju Samson and Jaiswal at the top. Suryavanshi is a good addition, but RR's bowling attack (Boult,

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