RCB’s challenge is known to wither away towards the business end of the tournament. Considering that, the franchise will hope to get off to a bright start and carry that confidence throughout the tournament.
In a video shared on his YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra pointed out RCB might not begin their campaign on a positive note as their initial encounters are on the spin-friendly Chepauk track.
The former KKR player highlighted the RCB batting might be found wanting in Chennai, especially since they are up against the might of the Mumbai Indians and the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
RCB will be facing the Kolkata Knight Riders in their third match in Chennai. The Eoin Morgan-led side will also be a tough nut to crack, considering the quality spinners in their lineup.
Aakash Chopra feels RCB is moving from one venue to the other very quickly
Aakash Chopra reckons RCB moving their base continuously in the initial phase of the tournament might also be a drawback for them.
The cricketer-turned-commentator feels the Virat Kohli-led side’s campaign might already be done and dusted before they move to the Eden Gardens to play their final five league phase matches.
Aakash Chopra concluded by highlighted RCB is known to follow a downward spiral when things start going against them.
Virat Kohli and the RCB team are likely to feel at home at Eden Gardens, which has a true surface and a quick outfield. They will hope to be in the reckoning for a playoff berth by the time they reach Kolkata and utilize the favorable conditions to their advantage.
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