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IPL 2024 PBKS vs DC: Match 2 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

PBKS vs DC, IPL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the Second Match [X]

In the second match of the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024), the Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be playing against the Delhi Capitals (DC). This game will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh on the 23rd of March at 3:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top fantasy predictions, tips, pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

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PBKS vs DC Head-to-head Stats

The Punjab Kings have played 32 games against the Delhi Capitals. The faceoff has been even stevens between the two teams as both have won 16 games each.

Runs galore in the last game these two teams played against each other. The Delhi Capitals batted first at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala and posted a mammoth total of 213 runs. The top-order fired for the Capitals as David Warner and Prithvi Shaw gave them a solid start. Rilee Rossouw consolidated on the start, scored 82 runs off 37 balls, and helped them to an above-par total.

The chase did not start on the ideal note for the PBKS as they lost skipper Shikhar Dhawan early. But Liam Livingstone took the fight to the opposition and played a brilliant knock of 94 runs from 48 deliveries. But it was not enough for PBKS to get across the line, as after his departure, the chase fell apart, and they could reach 198 runs in their 20 overs.

PBKS will be eager to avenge their 25-run defeat in this match and start their campaign on a winning note.

Stats	Matches	Punjab Kings Won	Delhi Capitals Won
Overall	32	16	16
Last Five Matches	5	1	4
IPL 2023	2	1	1

Toss Update: Punjab Kings have won the toss and have opted to field first.

PBKS vs DC Pitch Report

It will be the first IPL at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium. The venue was used during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which witnessed low-scoring games in most cases. The wicket has been conducive to bowlers of all trades; however, the slower bowlers have been more effective with the progress of the match.

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium (Domestic T20 Record)

Matches: 23
Matches Won Batting First: 15
Matches Won Batting Second: 8

Average First Innings Total: 148
Average Second Innings Total: 116
Highest Total: 238/2 by Jammu and Kashmir vs Arunachal Pradesh
Lowest Total: 53/10 by Meghalaya vs Haryana

Fantasy Value from the Pitch Report

The wicket at the MYSIC is expected to help the bowlers. A low-scoring affair with a tough competition between the bat and the ball can be expected.
Spinners and all-rounders who will bowl two or three overs at the minimum will be the safest choices for the game.
Death over bowlers who have a good slower delivery in their repertoire could be risk worthy choices.

PBKS vs DC Fantasy Cricket Tips

Punjab Kings Heavy Fantasy XI

Shikhar Dhawan has been one of the most consistent batters in the league's history. Dhawan will be a crucial player for PBKS to do well in the match and the tournament.
Sikandar Raza is one of the cricketing fraternity's most valued all-rounders. Raza has been in great form for the last 12-18 months with both the bat and the ball. His ability to win matches with the bat and be impactful with the ball makes Raza an excellent choice for the game.

Delhi Capitals Heavy Fantasy XI

Mitchell Marsh could be a key to Delhi's success in the tournament. Batting at the top order, Marsh can be impactful with his aggressive style of batting and very efficient with the ball in hand.
The wicket is expected to slow down as the game progresses. Kuldeep Yadav could be vital for the Delhi Capitals in such a scenario.

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PBKS vs DC Winner Predictions

A look at the two sides gives the impression that the Delhi Capitals have a more balanced side. They have more players who can be impactful on a variety of wickets, and thus, it is expected that the Capitals will emerge as the winners in this game. However, the team defending a target will have an advantage.

PBKS vs DC Top Player Picks

Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS)

The Indian opener has been one of the most consistent run-scorers in the league's history. Shikhar Dhawan will be responsible for giving the team a solid start during this tournament. His ability to score consistently makes Dhawan a top pick for the game.

Sikandar Raza (PBKS)

The Zimbabwean international has been in great all-round form recently. Sikandar Raza can change the complexion of a match with both the bat and the ball. He could be a highly rewarding choice for the game.

Mitchell Marsh will be a key player for the Delhi Capitals [X]

Mitchell Marsh (DC)

The Australian all-rounder will be batting in the top order for the Capitals. Mitchell Marsh can be impactful with his aggressive style of batting. Besides his batting, Marsh can also be useful with the ball. The fact that he can give points in both innings of the match makes Marsh a top choice for the fantasy contests of the game.

Axar Patel (DC)

The Indian all-rounder could be an influential choice. Axar Patel is an efficient middle-over bowler and also an effective lower-order batter. If the wicket helps the spinners, Patel can emerge as a lethal bowler.

PBKS vs DC Differential Picks

Sam Curran will be an important playe for the Punjab Kings in the match [X]

Sam Curran (PBKS)

The young English all-rounder is a very handy batter. PBKS can use him as a floater in the batting order. Besides his batting, Sam Curran could be an effective death-over bowler with his wide range of variations. On his day, Curran could be your game-changing choice for the fantasy contests of the match.

Kuldeep Yadav (DC)

The Indian left-arm wrist spinner is currently in great wicket-taking form. The wicket is expected to help the spinners with the game's progress, making Kuldeep Yadav a crucial choice for the fantasy contests.

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PBKS vs DC Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the pitch report and the strengths of the two teams a 1-2-4-4 combination will be ideal for the game.

PBKS vs DC Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

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Wicketkeeper: Jiteish Sharma
Batters: David Warner, Shikhar Dhawan
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran
Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Anrich Nortje, Arshdeep Singh

Captain: Shikhar Dhawan
Vice-captain: Liam Livingstone

Punjab Kings: 6 Players; Delhi Capitals: 5 Players

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