IPL 2018, RR vs KKR: 5 players battles to look forward to between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders

#1 Ben Stokes v Andre Russell

Ben Stokes

This battle between two big, bulky superstar all-rounders of the two sides could very well go a long way towards deciding the winner of today’s game. Andre Russell has emerged as the power-hitting monster of the tournament with a barely believable strike-rate of 239.06. In addition to that, he has an average of 51 and that is what makes him a game breaker. He can change a game in a matter of few deliveries. On the other hand, there is Ben Stokes, who can match the West Indian stroke for stroke and would be batting at number 3 for the RR.

However, what makes their duel even more fascinating is that either of them would have the chance of dismissing the other or at least controlling the flow of runs. If one can dismiss the other, then the game could well turn. Lastly, they are both brilliant fielders and an outstanding catch to dismiss the opposite number could also prove to be the turning point of the game.