Rajasthan Royals (RR) are gearing up to face off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Eliminator, set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday (May 22).

Under the leadership of Sanju SamsonRR secured the third playoff spot despite facing challenges with one league match washed out due to rain and a string of four consecutive losses.

On the other hand, Faf du Plessis‘ RCB secured their playoff berth as the fourth-placed team and are entering the eliminator with momentum on their side, having bounced back with a six-match winning streak following a previous six-match losing streak.

As the clash between the formidable teams approaches, it’s significant to recognize the considerable number of players who have represented both RR and RCB over the years in the IPL. These athletes have etched their legacy across both franchises, adding layers to the league’s vibrant cricketing heritage.

3 active players to feature for both RR and RCB:

Yuzvendra Chahal

Yuzvendra Chahal began his IPL journey with Mumbai Indians (MI) but was later acquired by RCB for a mere 10 lakh rupees in 2014. It was with RCB that he rose to prominence, consistently delivering economical spells and picking up wickets. He played a pivotal role for RCB from 2014 to 2021. However, in the 2022 auction, he was bought by Rajasthan Royals (RR) for 6.5 crores.

IPL stats with RCB (2014-2021):

• 2014: 14 match, 330 balls, 12 wicket, Avg 32.16, Econ 7.01
• 2015: 15 match, 281 balls, 23 wicket, Avg 18.04, Econ 8.86
• 2016: 13 match, 295 balls, 21 wicket, Avg 19.9, Econ 8.15
• 2017: 13 match, 261 balls, 14 wicket, Avg 23.78, Econ 7.65
• 2018: 14 match, 300 balls, 12 wicket, Avg 30.25, Econ 7.26
• 2019: 14 match, 296 balls, 18 wicket, Avg 21.44, Econ 7.82
• 2020: 15 match, 343 balls, 21 wicket, Avg 19.28, Econ 7.08
• 2021: 15 match, 318 balls, 18 wicket, Avg 20.77, Econ 7.05

IPL stats with RR (2022-2024):

• 2022: 17 match, 408 balls, 27 wicket, Avg 19.52, Econ 7.75
• 2023: 14 match, 317 balls, 21 wicket, Avg 20.57, Econ 8.18
• 2024: 13 match, 300 balls, 17 wicket, Avg 27.59, Econ 9.38

Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer began his IPL venture with RCB in the 2019 season but was released from the squad due to unsatisfactory performance. In 2022, he was acquired by RR for INR 8.5 crore.

IPL stats with RCB (2019):

2019: 5 matches, 90 runs, Avg 18.00, SR 123.28, 0 centuries, 1 half-centuries.

IPL stats with RR (2022-2024):

• 2022: 15 matches, 314 runs, Avg 44.86, SR 153.92, 0 centuries, 1 half-centuries.
• 2023: 14 matches, 300 runs, Avg 37.50, SR 152.28, 0 centuries, 1 half-centuries.
• 2024: 10 matches, 83 runs, Avg 27.67, SR 184.44, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries

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Mahipal Lomror

Mahipal Lomror was acquired by the RR during the 2018 IPL auction. Then, in the IPL 2022 auction, the RCB secured his services. Upon joining RCB, Lomror exhibited a noticeable transformation.

IPL stats with RR (2018-2021)

• 2018: 2 matches, 20 runs, Avg 20.00, SR 95.23, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries
• 2019: 2 matches, 8 runs, Avg 8.00, SR 266.66, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries
• 2020: 3 matches, 59 runs, Avg 19.66, SR 109.25, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries
• 2021: 4 matches, 94 runs, Avg 31.33, SR 128.76, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries

IPL stats with RCB (2022-2024)

• 2022: 7 matches, 86 runs, Avg 17.20, SR 150.88, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries
• 2023: 12 matches, 135 runs, Avg 16.88, SR 139.18, 0 centuries, 1 half-centuries
• 2024: 9 matches, 93 runs, Avg 13.29, SR 182.35, 0 centuries, 0 half-centuries

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