Pune look for a win

Their campaign going completely haywire after a fifth straight loss, Pune Warriors would be desperate to make amends but they face an uphill task when they lock horns with the star-studded Royal Challengers Bangalore in an IPL match here on Thursday. It won't be an easy task for Aaron Finch's boys as they are up against a formidable Bangalore side which boasts of the big-hitting Chris Gayle. On paper, Bangalore appear to be the overwhelming favourites with six wins in 10 games, while Pune are languishing at the bottom with just two wins in 10 matches. Australian all-rounder Steve Smith has chipped in with useful contributions and has scored 155 in six matches.