The Sunday blockbuster of VIVO Indian Premier League 2018 saw Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take the top spot of the points table after defeating Rajasthan Royals. It was third-straight victory for Kane Williamson’s side while defending a low score. They had previously defeated Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab. In the second match of the double-header day of IPL 2018, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) continued with their woeful performance, this time losing to Kolkata Knight Riders. In the coming match of Indian Premier League 2018, Chennai Super Kings will take on Delhi Daredevils and look forward to regaining the first place of IPL 11 points table with a win. Here’s a detailed look at previous matches highlights, preview and our prediction of the next game.

Highlights of Match 28 on April 29, 2018: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals to claim top spot

Sunrisers Hyderabad dominated with both bat and ball to defeat Rajasthan Royals by 11 runs and rise to the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) table on Sunday. Electing to bat first, Hyderabad rode on excellent batting by Kane Williamson and Alex Hales to post 151/7 in their 20 overs. In reply, Rajasthan could only manage to reach 140/6. The win propelled Hyderabad to the top spot on the points table. The visitors now have 12 points from eight matches.

Brief scores: Sunrisers Hyderabad: 151/7 in 20 overs (Kane Williamson 63, Alex Hales 45; Jofra Archer 3/26) vs Rajasthan Royals: 140/6 in 20 overs (Ajinkya Rahane 65, Sanju Samson 40). RR vs SRH Video Highlights IPL 2018: SRH Bowlers Pull off a Stunner to Place The Team on Top of Points Table.

Highlights of Match 29 on April 29, 2018: Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa guide Kolkata Knight Riders to victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore

Opener Chris Lynn's unbeaten 62-run knock and Robin Uthappa's (36) disciplined inning helped Kolkata Knight Riders beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by six wickets in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Sunday. The win, came after two straight losses, took Kolkata to fourth spot with eight points while Bangalore are at seventh spot with four points.

Brief Scores: Royal Challengers Bangalore: 175/4 (Virat Kohli 68, Brendon McCullum 38; Andre Russell 3/31) vs KKR: 176/4 (Chris Lynn 62 not out; M Ashwin 2/ 36).  RCB vs KKR Video Highlights IPL 2018: Kolkata Knight Riders Register Comprehensive win Over Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Day 24 Schedule on April 30, 2018: Chennai Super Kings Eye Win Against Inconsistent Delhi Daredevils

After suffering an eight-wicket defeat against Mumbai Indians (MI), table-toppers Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be keen to get back to winning ways when they face a resurgent Delhi Daredevils in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match. The Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai side was hammered by Mumbai at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Saturday. Despite the defeat, Chennai will be looking to continue their dream run in the league. CSK vs DD, IPL 2018 Match Preview: Chennai Super Kings aim to Bounce Back Against Delhi Daredevils.

On the other hand, Delhi will be high on confidence under new skipper Shreyas Iyer, who led his side to a thumping 55-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. However, Delhi needs to continue their winning spree to keep themselves in the play-off hunt.

Day 24 Match Prediction: Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Daredevils

Chennai Super Kings is a clear favourite to emerge victorious in their battle against Delhi Daredevils. Yes, despite MS Dhoni-led team coming off a defeat and Delhi coming off a win in the previous match, it is the team in yellow jersey who should be tasting success in the coming fixture of IPL 2018. Even the record books support Chennai who are leading Delhi 11-5 in the head-to-head battle.

A Look at the Points Table

While second-placed Chennai Super Kinhs has five wins from seven games with 10 points in their kitty, Delhi languishes at the bottom with just a couple of wins from seven games and four points. Sunrisers Hyderabad has regained its top spot after its victory against Rajasthan Royals who are placed at the fifth spot in the IPL 2018 points table. Kings XI Punjab are at the third place and Kolkata Knight Riders take the fourth spot. Mumbai Indians is at the sixth position while Royal Challengers Bangalore are at the seventh position. (Inputs from IANS).

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