IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Prediction, Match 16- Who Will Win Today?

RR vs RCB Match Predictions. [Source - AP]

Rajasthan Royals will face-off RCB in Match 16 of the ongoing IPL 2026 on April 10, Friday. The high-octane clash will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati and is set to go live for fans from 7:30 PM IST.

Rajasthan Royals have been off to a flying start in IPL 2026, thanks to their all-round performances with both bat and ball. After defeating Mumbai Indians in their last game, they are sitting at the top of the table and will look to carry on their momentum to make it 4 in 4.

On the other hand, defending champions RCB has also started strongly, winning both of their opening games, including a dominant victory over CSK in the last game. With an unbeaten away record since last season, RCB will look to continue that streak as they make their first-ever trip to Guwahati.

RR vs RCB current form (last 5 matches)

RR vs RCB player battles

Virat Kohli vs Nandre Burger

Virat Kohli has scored a lot of runs against Rajasthan Royals but has struggled against left-arm pacers in recent RR encounters, and Nandre Burger, who has been taking a wicket every 8 balls in the powerplay this season, could pose an early threat.

Rajat Patidar vs Ravi Bishnoi

Ravi Bishnoi, the highest wicket-taker of IPL 2026 so far, will be up against RCB’s captain, Rajat Patidar, in what could be a key battle. Patidar has found success against the wrist-spinner in the past, scoring 45 runs at a strike rate of 225 and zero dismissal.

Riyan Parag vs Krunal Pandya

While Rajasthan Royals’ openers are in great form, their middle-order is yet to fire completely, making it a potential target for RCB. Krunal Pandya will likely focus on this area, with the Riyan Parag battle being crucial. Parag has managed only 38 runs off 36 balls against Krunal in the past, with one dismissal. 

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RR vs RCB top performers (current squad members)

Most runs for RR vs RCB

Yashasvi Jaiswal (272), Riyan Parag (198)

Most wickets for RR vs RCB

Sandeep Sharma (6), Jofra Archer (3)

Most runs for RCB vs RR

Virat Kohli (896), Devdutt Padikkal (311)

Most wickets for RCB vs RR

Josh Hazlewood (9), Krunal Pandya (3)

RR vs RCB toss prediction

The Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch in Guwahati is expected to be slow and sluggish, so teams prefer batting here often more with a target in mind. 

In both IPL 2026 games played here so far, the team winning the toss has opted to bowl first, and it’s expected to be the same in the RR vs RCB clash. With the conditions likely to be balanced for both bat and ball, a competitive contest is on the cards.

RR vs RCB 1st innings score prediction

Powerplay – 50/2

Final score – 172/7

RR vs RCB 2nd innings score prediction

Powerplay – 66/1

Final score – 173/4

RR vs RCB top players prediction

RR top players' prediction

Probable best batters

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag

Probable best bowlers

Nandre Burger, Ravindra Jadeja

RCB top players' prediction

Probable best batters

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar

Probable best bowlers

Jacob Duffy, Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Who will hit the most sixes in Rajasthan vs Bengaluru IPL 2026, Match 16?

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Who will score the most fours in Rajasthan vs Bengaluru IPL 2026, Match 16?

Virat Kohli

RR vs RCB Match Winner Prediction: Who will win the IPL 2026, Match 16?

A light rain is expected in the afternoon, but conditions should clear up by match time. Guwahati has been traditionally sluggish, making it tough for teams to accelerate. However, Rajasthan Royals' dynamic openers will look to defy those odds as they have been doing.

Both RR and RCB remain unbeaten in IPL 2026, entering this clash with solid, well-balanced squads. The key battle is likely to unfold in the middle-overs, where Rajasthan’s bowlers will challenge RCB. However, RCB’s powerful middle-order is poised to extend their winning streak to 10 consecutive away games.

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