CSK vs KKR: Can KKR Keep Their Playoff Hopes Alive| Predicted XIs, Pitch Report & Fantasy Tips
CSK will take on KKR on Sunday night [Source: IPLT20.com]
The 61st group-stage fixture of the ongoing Indian Premier League season will see the clash between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic M.A Chidambaram stadium in Chennai. While CSK have almost confirmed their berth in the playoffs, KKR are on the verge of a group-stage elimination and hence would like to secure a win by any means on Sunday night.
Team Preview: Chennai Super Kings
CSK have won seven matches in IPL 2023 [Source: AP]
Led by MS Dhoni, Chennai Super Kings' journey in the IPL 2023 has been nothing short of incredible. Barring Rajasthan Royals, who handed them two narrow defeats, the Super Kings have dominated every other team in the IPL 2023.
The likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway and Shivam Dube have showcased their skills with the bat, while Ravindra Jadeja, Tushar Deshpande and Matheesha Pathirana have been exceptional with the ball.
Furthermore, playing at home certainly gives them the edge over their opponents, as they have plenty of quality spin options and a batting unit that could give nightmares to the opposition.
Team Preview: Kolkata Knight Riders
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Kolkata Knight Riders players in action [Source: AP]
On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders have had a topsy-turvy campaign in the IPL 2023, reeling at the seventh position with five wins in twelve appearances. There have been some sensational individual performances, but they have failed to fire as a unit.
While their top order has struggled against movement, they have been over-reliant on their spinners. However, players like Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh and Varun Chakravarthy are in surreal form and could emerge as match-winners for the two-time champions.
Match Details
Date & Time: May 14, 07.30 PM IST
Venue: MA Chidambaram stadium, Chennai
Live Streaming: Jio Cinema & Star Sports
Pitch Report: The surface in Chennai has been on the slower side recently. The spinners will get ample assistance and it will likely get tougher to bat on the track as the game goes on. So, whoever wins the toss might opt to bat first.
Predicted teams
Chennai Super Kings Probable 12 (including impact player): Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (C/WK), Tushar Deshpande, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
Kolkata Knight Riders Probable 12 (including impact player): Jason Roy, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana (C), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Shardul Thakur, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy, Suyash Sharma
Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips
Wicket-Keeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Devon Conway
Batters: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Nitish Rana/Jason Roy, Rinku Singh
All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Andre Russell
Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy, Matheesha Pathirana, Deepak Chahar
Captain: Matheesha Pathirana
Vice Captain: Andre Russell
Prediction
Although KKR have a balanced lineup, CSK are in sublime form and will likely emerge victorious in this match.
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