IPL 2018 RR v KXIP: 5 player battles to look forward to between Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab

#3 Jofra Archer v Chris Gayle

Chris Gayle

The Jamaican had been in scorching form in the IPL before the previous game against RR but in that game, Jofra Archer’s pace and hostility made Chris Gayle visibly uncomfortable. Eventually, the West Indian bowler got his wicket and needless to say, Gayle would be itching to get back in tonight so that he can set the record straight.

Despite his poor show in the previous game, he is still averaging 77.50 and has recorded a strike rate of 149.75, which is why the RR bowler would also need to be at his best if he is to repeat what he did on Sunday night. The return of Archer has significantly improved the RR bowling attack and his return of 8 wickets in 4 games, to go along with an economy rate of 8.22 makes him the best bowler in the side. His battle with Gayle tonight is going to be another blockbuster and promises to be a match-defining one.