The race for Orange Cap is currently led by DC's breakout star Sameer Rizvi, who overtook Rohit Sharma after a match-winning 90 against Mumbai.

The bowling charts are dominated by Indian domestic talent and consistent international pacers. Ravi Bishnoi surged into the top 5 after his match-winning spell against GT.

For RCB: A win tonight could propel them to the top of the table, given their massive NRR (+2.907). Virat Kohli (69 runs) also has a chance to break into the Top 5 of the Orange Cap race.

For CSK: Having lost their first two games, the defending finalists are desperate for points. They currently sit at the bottom of the table and need a significant win to improve their NRR and open their account for 2026.