Suresh Raina Names RCB and RR as Top Contenders for IPL 2026 Title
CSK Legend Suresh Raina Picks 2 Favourites To Win IPL 2026 Title, Leaves Out Punjab Kings
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Suresh Raina, former cricketer for India and Chennai Super Kings, has named Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) as his top picks to win the IPL 2026 title. RCB, currently second on the points table, has impressed with their balanced team and strong captaincy, while RR shows promise with young talent and exciting gameplay.
- 01Suresh Raina backs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to defend their title in IPL 2026.
- 02RCB is currently second on the points table with six wins in nine matches.
- 03Raina praises RCB's balanced team effort and captain Rajat Patidar's leadership.
- 04Rajasthan Royals (RR) are also strong contenders, placed fourth with six wins in ten matches.
- 05Gujarat Titans, currently fifth, are acknowledged but not favored over RCB.
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Suresh Raina, the former India and Chennai Super Kings cricketer, has expressed his confidence in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to successfully defend their title in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). RCB, who clinched their first IPL title in 2025, is currently positioned second on the points table with six wins out of nine matches. Raina praised the team's balanced performance and effective captaincy from Rajat Patidar. He also highlighted the Rajasthan Royals (RR) as potential winners, noting their exciting play and young talent, including Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and contributions from Jofra Archer. RR is currently fourth on the points table with six wins in ten matches. Raina acknowledged the Gujarat Titans as strong contenders, particularly due to the form of spinner Rashid Khan and captain Shubman Gill, but still favors RCB as the frontrunner for the title.
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