Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) aim to break a 17-year winless streak against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. With CSK's spin-friendly conditions and a strong bowling lineup, RCB’s batting, led by Virat Kohli, faces a tough challenge. This crucial match tests RCB's determination to overcome history and the Chepauk curse.
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