How will CSK lineup without Dhoni & Brevis? #RRvCSK Preview

A blockbuster reunion to kickstart their 2026 campaigns! Rajasthan Royals host the Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati for Match 3. After both teams finished at the bottom of the table last season, who will start this year with a much-needed victory? In this episode of ESPN Cricinfo Timeout, Yash Jha is joined by Ambati Rayudu and Gaurav Sundararaman to break down the crucial talking points ahead of the clash. With MS Dhoni sidelined for two weeks with a calf strain and players like Dewald Brevis and Nathan Ellis unavailable, how will CSK balance their playing XI? The panel debates the ideal overseas mix, specifically choosing between Jamie Overton and Matthew Short, and discusses the vital role Sarfaraz Khan will play in the top order. Plus, an in-depth look at RR's 15-year-old prodigy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. As he enters his sophomore season, our experts analyze whether he has the skill and mindset to overcome the notorious "second-season syndrome" and establish himself as a genuine match-winner. #IPL2026 #RRvsCSK #AmbatiRayudu #GauravSundararaman #RajasthanRoyals #ChennaiSuperKings #MSDhoni #VaibhavSooryavanshi #CricketPreview #ESPNCricinfo About Channel: 🏏 Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments. Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International Matches Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / espncricinfo   Get more cricket updates at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/ You can also find us at:   / cricinfo     / espncricinfo     / espncricinfo   Download Android and iOS Apps for more cricket news & updates: Android: https://bit.ly/2vFVfzX iOS: https://apple.co/2vGj8rg