Rajasthan Royals (RR) cement their position in the top two of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 points table. They will take on in-form and league leaders Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at ACA stadium in Guwahati on Sunday evening. With eight and nine wins respectively, RR occupies the second position while KKR takes the pole position in the points table, and this could be a possible preparation match for the first playoff game.  Riyan Parag Cancels Practice Session to Watch RCB vs CSK IPL 2024 Match, Shares Screenshot of WhatsApp Chat With Coach (See Post)

RR have faced a rough patch, recently suffering four consecutive losses, that slid them to the second position. Whereas, KKR is riding high on confidence with a four-match winning streak with all their star players finding rhythm at the perfect time for the side. Kolkata and Rajasthan have faced each other in 29 matches in the IPL and have fared equally against each other with 14 wins each. In IPL 2024 RR won at Eden Gardens. Check out how weather and pitch will play their part in the RR vs KKR IPL 2024 match.

Guwahati Weather and Rain Forecast

Being an evening match, fans can expect pleasant weather in Guwahati. The temperature will be around 24 degrees in Barsapara. But the humidity will be around 92% which could affect the bowling. Also there is a 77% chance of rain. KL Rahul Draws Reference From Viral Dream11 Ad, Says He And Father-in-Law Suniel Shetty ‘Will Cheer for Sharma Ji Ka Beta at ICC T20 World Cup’ As LSG End IPL 2024 Campaign With Win Over MI

ACA Stadium Pitch Report

The Barsapara Stadium offers a batter-friendly pitch. RR hosted Punjab Kings on May 15,  where bowlers dominated the game. With the evening match, we can expect a similar dominance by the ball. It would be easy to case a set target for both batting dominant teams.

 

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