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29Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Lucknow vs Mumbai on April 30,
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Lucknow vs Mumbai on April 30
Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants will play each other in the 48th match of the IPL 2024. The match will take place at Bharat Ratna Sri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on April 30 at 7:30 PM (IST). Both teams would be desperate for a win, given the stiff challenge in the mid-table at the moment. No team has officially been eliminated from the league, and this promises to be a good contest.LSG are placed in the fifth position in the points table. They have a total of five wins and four losses in their nine matches so far. Their positive net rate of +0.059 has kept them ahead of DC in the table. On the other hand, MI is placed in the ninth position in the points table. Only RCB are below them in the standings. They have three wins and six losses in their nine matches. Their net run rate of -0.261 has pushed them below PBKS in the table. They would be hoping to beat LSG by a big margin. Both teams lost their previous matches. While MI lost to DC by just 10 runs in a high-scoring thriller, LSG lost to RR in their own backyard by conceding the highest run chase at home. They have some good players in their lineup like KL Rahul, Quinton De Kock, Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran, Krunal Pandya, Matt Henry, and others. MI has a good set of players in their lineup like Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and others.
Best economical pick – Ayush Badoni is a good finisher. He can play a few cameos lower down the order and make an impact on the result. If required, he can bowl an over or two. Not to forget, he is a brilliant fielder in the outfield and takes some stunning catches.
Top captains & vice captains –KL Rahul could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Mumbai Indians. With 378 runs in his last nine matches, Rahul has been in brilliant form, and he looked dangerous in the previous clash against Rajasthan Royals as well. The skipper will aim to continue showcasing his skills. Hardik Pandya returned to form in the last game by playing a fine cameo lower down the order. He has not been able to deliver as well with the bat or with the ball. But as MI is in a dire need of wins, Hardik would be hungry to step up as a player.
Smart pick – Jasprit Bumrah could be the best bowler in the upcoming clash against Lucknow Super Giants. Bumrah has been exceptional for his side, taking 14 wickets in his last nine matches, and the ace pacer will strive to continue his form and put in a good spell against LSG.
Cautious Pick – Gerald Coetzee did not play the last game against DC due to an injury. The update on his spot in the XI against LSG is yet to be confirmed. However, it will be risky to have him in the side given his return to the side potentially not being at his fittest.
My XI – KL Rahul (Captain), Hardik Pandya (Vice-Captain), Jasprit Bumrah, Ayush Badoni, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Nicholas Pooran, Quinton de Kock, Marcus Stoinis, Ishan Kishan, Krunal Pandya
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
28Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Kolkata vs Delhi on April 29,
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Kolkata vs Delhi on April 29
At the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Delhi Capitals would be taking on the high-flying Kolkata Knight Riders. The two teams are having decent campaigns till now in the Indian Premier League 2024 and would be looking to gather as many wins as possible in order to have a strong chance of qualifying to the play-offs. The hosts are coming into the game on the back of a heartbreaking defeat against the Punjab Kings. They lost their previous game despite making 261 in the first innings and might have to do some thinking as they head into the penultimate home game of the season. Their bowling was mediocre in the last game and would be looking to improve in that aspect sooner rather than later.Delhi Capitals seem to be in great spirits as they head into this crucial encounter at the Eden Gardens on the back of consecutive wins. They had a stellar outing against the Mumbai Indians at home on Saturday afternoon and would be confident of yet another win in their upcoming game against the Kolkata Knight Riders.
Best economical pick – Phil Salthas been scoring runs well and at a good rate. He has been one of the best batters in the ongoing season. In addition to it, Salt has kept wickets well for the two-time champions. The English batter can change the complexion of the game in a matter of a few overs. The right-handed batter can smash a quickfire fifty and allow other batters to play as per their wish. It has done a great deal for the Knight Riders.
Top captains & vice captains –Sunil Narineis amongst the leading run scorers and the leading wicket-takers. Most importantly, he has been impactful both as a batter and as a bowler. On his day, the star player can singlehandedly win matches for his side both with the bat and with the ball. He has improved his fielding as well. Jake Fraser-McGurk has been on a different level altogether as a batter. In five innings, he has 247 runs at a batting average of 49.40, at an insane SR of over 237 including three fifties to his name. His presence in the side has changed a lot of things for DC. His aggression at the top can help other players too. When on song, the right-handed batter is difficult to be stopped.
Smart pick – Rishabh Pant is likely to continue at number 4. The Southpaw has been in brilliant form in the ongoing season. Despite the concerns about his injuries, Pant has batted well. He will lead the side and keep the wickets as well.
Cautious Pick – The Delhi Capitals opener Prithvi Shaw had a good start to the season but his performances have diminished over the past two-three games and was effectively dropped once again from the team.
My XI – Sunil Narine (Captain), Jake Fraser-McGurk (Vice-Captain), Phil Salt, Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav, Andre Russell, Axar Patel, Shreyas Iyer, Tristian Stubbs, Rinku Singh, Venktesh Iyer
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
27Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Chennai vs Hyderabad on April 28,
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Chennai vs Hyderabad on April 28
The second game of the double header Sunday will witness the home team Chennai Super Kings taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Chepauk Stadium. Both sides are coming into the match on the back of a loss in front of their homes in their previous game. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had to witness Marcus Stoinis cause carnage with his 124 not out to outwit the defending champions. It was a cruel blow for CSK as they have a very good record at home in the IPL. The challenge of the SRH team isn’t going to be easy as the Pat Cummins side is a very formidable opposition. Sunrises Hyderabad (SRH) will be smarting after their loss to RCB in the last match. The last times these two sides met, Hyderabad had run out winners as Travis Head and Abishek Sharma had decimated the CSK bowlers. It will be a huge challenge for SRH as the Chennai Super Kings are a dangerous team after they lose a game in front of their own home fans.
Best economical pick – Matheesha Pathiranawill hold the key for Chennai on Sunday. The right-arm pacer has bagged 11 wickets from five games at an average of 13.82 and a strike rate of 10.91. His economy rate is also an impressive 7.60. Pathirana has been Gaikwad's most potent option at the backend of the innings. His duel with the explosive SRH batters will be a treat to watch.
Top captains & vice captains –Travis Headhas been in scintillating form so far for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The southpaw has scored 325 runs from seven innings at a commendable average of 46.43 and a jaw-dropping strike rate of 212.42. He has already hit 39 fours and 18 sixes so far in the competition and notched up two fifties and a solitary century. Head's wicket will be crucial for Chennai because if the Australian opener gets going, he could take the game away in a flash. The Chennai Super Kings skipper scored an impressive century in the last game. With the form he is in currently, Ruturaj Gaikwad will want to continue his golden form with the bat and help his team get back to winning ways.
Smart pick – The 23-year-old Abhishek Sharma has been having a season to remember with the bat so far for Sunrisers Hyderabad. His exploits with the bat have seen him being talked for a potential India call up. Few more good knocks will make sure that Abhishek Sharma will surely be in the conversation.
Cautious Pick – After a brilliant IPL 2023, Tushar Deshpande has been struggling to find his groove with the ball this year. The right arm pacer from Mumbai is under pressure as one more bad performance could see him lose his place in the team.
My XI – Travis Head (Captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad (Vice-Captain), Matheesha Pathirana, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klassen, Shivam Dube, Pat Cummins, Aiden Markram, Ravindra Jadeja, Mustafizur Rahman, Shabaz Ahmed
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
27Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Gujarat vs Bengaluru on April 28,
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Gujarat vs Bengaluru on April 28
Gujarat Titanscontinue their ongoingIPL2024campaign by taking onRoyal Challengers Bengaluru, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Titans will be coming into the game after a narrow defeat in their previous clash. Led by Shubman Gill, they suffered a loss againstDelhi Capitalsin Delhi, losing their fifth game of the season. Taking on the team that is languishing at the bottom of the table, the Titans will aim to register their fifth win of the season.On the other hand, the Bengaluru-based franchise is currently having a season to forget in the IPL 2024. With two wins in nine matches, RCB is coming off a strong victory over the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their last clash. Taking on Titans in Ahmedabad could prove to be a daunting challenge for the2016 finalists.
Best economical pick – Veteran Gujarat Titans pacerMohit Sharmacould be the best bowler in the upcoming game againstRoyal Challengers Bengaluru. With 10 wickets in his last nine matches, Mohit is the highest wicket-taker for his team this season. His spell could go a long way in propelling his side to a win.
Top captains & vice captains –Gujarat Titans skipper and openerShubman Gillcould be the best batter in the upcoming game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Gill has been in good form as of late and is the driving force in GT's batting line-up. So far he has scored 304 runs in his last nine games. He would be keen on putting in a similar showing in the upcoming game as well. IPL 2024 has shown yet again why Virat Kohli is perhaps the best batter in the IPL over the last few years. His composed knock in the last game was one of the key reasons behind RCB beating SRH.
Smart pick – Afghanistan star Rashid Khan nearly won the game for the Titans with the bat in the last match. It is with the ball that the Afghan star has seen his form dip. Considering the class he has, Rashid Khan is just one game away from getting back to his best.
Cautious Pick – The area where RCB have struggled this year has been their pace bowling. New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson has been picked out as the weak link from the RCB bowling unit and been targeted by the opposition batters.
My XI – Shubman Gill (Captain), Virat Kohli (Vice-Captain), Mohit Sharma, Rashid Khan, Dinesh Karthik, Faf du Plessis, Cameroon Green, David Miller, Sai Sudarshan, Rajat Patidar, Will Jacks
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
26Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Lucknow vs Rajasthan on April 27,
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Lucknow vs Rajasthan on April 27
Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals collide in match 44 of the Indian Premier League 2024 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday, April 27. Lucknow are placed at No. 4 on the points table with five wins and three losses from eight matches. Meanwhile, Rajasthan have been rampant and have kept a stranglehold on the pole position, having won seven and lost just one out of their eight games. The Super Giants are coming into this clash on the back of consecutive wins against defending champions Chennai Super Kings. In the most recent encounter, KL Rahul and Co. chased down a 211-run target with six wickets and three balls to spare on the back of Marcus Stoinis' phenomenal century. Rajasthan, on the other hand, have won their last three fixtures, the most recent one being against Mumbai Indians in Jaipur. Yashasvi Jaiswal's breathtaking century helped the first-ever IPL champions to chase down a 180-run target with nine wickets and eight balls to spare.
Best economical pick – IPL 2024 has been the season where one can finally say that Riyan Parag has finally emerged. The youngster from Assam has been one of the leading scorers with the bat in the IPL this year. While he is yet to bowl, Riyan Parag has been amazing on the field and has taken some amazing catches to aid in his teams’ dream run so far.
Top captains & vice captains –Yashasvi Jaiswalhad been having a dismal run in IPL 2024 but that ended in the last game, as he slammed an unbeaten 104 off 60 balls in the last game against Mumbai in Jaipur, belting nine fours and seven sixes. In his young competitive cricket career, the southpaw has shown the ability to scores a lot of runs when he is in form and is high on confidence. His remarkable knock against Mumbai must have boosted his morale and there is a good chance of him continuing from where he left when he steps out to face LSG. Arguably one of the top three batters in T20 cricket right now, the role that Nicholas Pooran has played this year has been exemplary. The West Indian scored a crucial 34 runs in the last game versus Chennai Super Kings to help his team comeback into the contest. Pooran has provided LSG with the needed muscle towards the back end of the innings or when the going goes tough.
Smart pick – Yuzvendra Chahalwill enjoy bowling on the Ekana surface. The pitch might not have been as favourable for the spinners as it was last year but there is enough in it to keep them interested. Chahal has been in prolific form, having picked up 13 wickets from eight games at an average of 20.38. His four overs will be key for the Royals.
Cautious Pick – It has been a huge cause of worry for a lot of cricket fans at the way Ravichandran Ashwin has bowled during this season of IPL. The 37-year-old has picked just one wicket and that came in the game versus LSG at the start of the season. If this continues, RR may act tough and look to draft in someone else to replace the veteran spinner.
My XI – Yashasvi Jaiswal (Captain), Nisholas Pooran (Vice-Captain), Yuzvendra Chahal, Riyan Parag, Sanju Samson, KL Rahul, Jos Buttler, Quinton de Kock, Trent Boult, Marcus Stoinis, Shimron Hetmyer
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
26Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Delhi vs Mumbai on April 27,
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Delhi vs Mumbai on April 27
In the 43rd match of the Indian Premier League 2024, Delhi Capitals will host five-time winners Mumbai Indians at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Both teams need a win to further boost their chances of qualifying for the playoffs this season. They sit next to each other in the points table, and a win in this game for either of these two sides can be of immense value. The hosts, Delhi Capitals, are enjoying a good run of form as they have won two of their last three games. The team management might have finally found the right players for the playing XI and are sticking to the winning combination more often than not. A win in this game can bump up the chances for qualification to the playoffs. Mumbai Indians are coming into this game on the back of a disappointing performance against the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. They have won just three out of their eight matches so far in the Indian Premier League and are desperate for a win in this game to keep their hopes for qualification in their own hands.
Best economical pick – One of the most underrated players in the batting line-up for the Mumbai Indians has been Tilak Varma. He performs well under pressure and his knock in the last innings is a testament of that.
Top captains & vice captains –Delhi Capitals’ skipperRishabh Pantcould be the best batter in his side’s upcoming game against Mumbai Indians. With 342 runs in his last nine matches, Pant has been in good form and is currently third on the list of highest run-scorers in IPL 2024. He is coming off a match-winning knock of 88* runs against Gujarat Titans and will be keen on piling up the runs even further against the Mumbai-based franchise.This new attacking version of Rohit Sharma has been a delight to watch and he has been scoring the bulk of runs for the franchise this season.
Smart pick – Jasprit Bumrahcould be the best bowler in his side’s upcoming game against Delhi Capitals.With 13 wickets in his last eight games, Bumrah is currently the highest wicket-taker of the season. He has been in good touch and is consistently bowling those brilliant spells for his side.
Cautious Pick – The South African pacer Anrich Nortje has been leaking runs for his side and his economy is amongst the worst at the death this season.
My XI – Rishabh Pant (Captain), Rohit Sharma (Vice-Captain), Tilak Varma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, Prithvi Shaw, Tristian Stubbs
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
25Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Kolkata vs Punjab on April 26,
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Kolkata vs Punjab on April 26
Kolkata Knight Riders continue their ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2024 campaign by taking on Punjab Kings. Both sides will lock horns in the 42nd game of the tournament at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday, April 26. KKR have enjoyed a successful campaign so far, winning five of the seven matches that they have played in the season. Currently, the side sits in second place in the standings.On the other hand, Punjab Kings find themselves on the wrong end of the spectrum. Having played eight games in the tournament, Punjab have only registered wins in two matches and lost the remaining six. They find themselves in ninth place in the standings and will hope that the clash against KKR can turn their fortunes around.
Best economical pick – Punjab Kings’ Harshal Patel could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against KKR. With 13 wickets in eight games, Harshal Patel is the joint-highest wicket-taker of the tournament, and his spell could be influential against the two-time champions.
Top captains & vice captains –Kolkata Knight Riders’ Sunil Narine could be the best batter in the upcoming clash against Punjab Kings. With 286 runs in seven matches, Narine has been in brilliant form, and having scored a century recently, Narine’s performance as KKR’s opener could be key against PBKS. Andre Russell scored a 25-ball 64 in the first match played here this season. While the big man contributes with such influential cameos with the bat, his bowling prowess has also been a crucial factor in KKR's impressive run so far. Having taken 9 wickets in 7 matches, Russell has the best strike rate of 8.89 and fourth-best bowling average of 14.89.
Smart pick – Ashutosh Sharma is the find of the season. A monster tag would suit him more than a youngster. He and Shashank Singh have been a formidable duo to lift PBKS out of difficult situations. At a staggering strike rate of 189.29, the lower middle order batter has scored 159 runs in five innings.
Cautious Pick – Shikhar Dhawan has missed the last few matches due to injury but that may not have hurt the team much given his poor performance with the bat. The southpaw has struggled to find form and his lean patch looks set to continue.
My XI – Sunil Narine (Captain), Andre Russell (Vice-Captain), Harshal Patel, Ashutosh Sharma, Phil Salt, Sam Curran, Shashank Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Liam Livingstone, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
23Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Delhi vs Gujarat on April 24,
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Delhi vs Gujarat on April 24
Delhi Capitals will host Gujarat Titans in the 40th match of the Indian Premier League 2024. When the duo met last week, the Titans had an unforgettable outing at home in Ahmedabad. When Shubman Gill and Co. travels to the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, they will look to atone for their six-wicket loss. Delhi Capitals (DC) will host Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 40th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. When the duo met last week, the Titans had an unforgettable outing at home in Ahmedabad. When Shubman Gill and Co. travel to the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, they will look to atone for their six-wicket loss. They are currently sixth in the points table with four wins and eight points from eight matches. On the other hand, DC suffered a humiliating loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their previous game and is currently eighth in the table with three wins and six points from eight matches.
Best economical pick – Fraser-McGurk is an explosive batter and has displayed his ferocious hitting in the three matches he has played so far. The right-handed batter has amassed 140 runs at an average of 46.67 and a strike rate of 222.22.
Top captains & vice captains –Shubman Gill is the backbone of GT's batting unit. Their total score on the board will depend on Gill's performance. The 2023 Orange Cap winner has so far scored 298 runs including two fifties. Rishabh Pant has been impressive with bat and gloves. He has so far scored 254 runs at a strike rate of 150.30 and is DC's strength in the middle order.
Smart pick – Kuldeep Yadav grabbed a four-wicket haul when DC last played at this venue. The left-arm wrist spinner has been delivering his best and will look to continue this momentum in the upcoming matches.
Cautious Pick – David Warner's form has been a huge setback for DC and if you pick him in the next match it could also be a blow for your team. The veteran opener has struggled to find runs and his leanpatch looks set to continue.
My XI – Shubman Gill (Captain), Rishabh Pant (Vice-Captain), Fraser-McGurk, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Wridhiman Saha, Prithvi Shaw, Azmatullah Omarzai, David Miller, Noor Ahmed, Tristian Stubbs
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
22Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Chennai vs Lucknow on April 23,
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Chennai vs Lucknow on April 23
Chennai Super Kings will face Lucknow Super Giants in the 39th match of the Indian Premier League 2024. The tournament has entered its second half, and both teams are in the race to qualify for the playoffs this year. They both have seven games left and will be looking to collect as many wins as possible in the upcoming matches. The hosts, Chennai Super Kings, sit in a comfortable position after seven games and are at fourth spot on the league table. They faced defeat at the hands of Lucknow Super Giants, and the bowling was surely one of the weak points in that game. The side may also need to sort out the batting a little bit, with only a couple of players playing with an aggressive intent. Lucknow Super Giants would be confident ahead of this game against the Chennai Super Kings after their win against the same opponent in the last encounter. The side was clinical in all aspects of the game and would also be looking to achieve the same in the upcoming matches.
Best economical pick – One of the most consistent bowlers for the Lucknow Super Giants this season has been Yash Thakur and would be looking to continue his good form in the upcoming game.
Top captains & vice captains –KL Rahulholds the key for the Lucknow Super Giants in the batting department. Coming in as an opener he can build a strong foundation and take them to a big total. Rahul has been scoring runs for his side consistently and has given some solid starts alongside de Kock. In seven matches, he has scored 286 runs. In their last game against the same opposition, he scored 82 runs to guide his team to a brilliant eight-wicket victory. Ruaturaj Gaikwad has had a mixed bag this season. He performed well in the game against KKR and MI. But in other games, the CSK skipper has not been at his best. Gaikwad's consistency is the key for CSK to proceed further in the league. He must improve as a skipper too. To follow him, CSK had an interesting option against LSG in the last game.
Smart pick – Ravindra Jadejais the best spinner for the Chennai-based franchise. He can take crucial wickets in the middle and put his team in the driving seat with his bowling. The left-arm spinner has not had the best of seasons with only four wickets in seven matches. However, with the Chennai pitch supporting spinners, Jadeja will be determined to use it to his advantage.
Cautious Pick – Matt Henry had a very poor outing on his debut for the Lucknow Super Giants and was leaking runs for the side in the last game.
My XI – KL Rahul (Captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad (Vice-Captain), Ravindra Jadeja, Yash Thakur, Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, Shivam Dubey, Mustafizur Rahman, MS Dhoni, Ajinkya Rahane
by Soubhagya Swain , F Like "0"
21Apr2024
CricBattle Daily Fantasy Cricket League Tips Rajasthan vs Mumbai on April 22,
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Rajasthan vs Mumbai on April 22
Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians will be facing each other in the 38th match of the IPL 2024. Both teams would be high on confidence following their thrilling wins in their most recent matches. RR scripted history against KKR by chasing the joint-highest score in the history of the league. Jos Buttler pulled off a terrific win for his side by scoring a hundred. Despite being out of the game for most parts, RR managed to pull off an insane win. On the other hand, MI won the match against PBKS by just 9 runs. A great bowling spell from Jasorit Bumrah with the assistance of Gerald Coetzee from the other end helped the 5-time champions to overcome the home side. Despite the valiant efforts from Asutosh Sharma and Shashank Singh, PBKS fell short. RR and MI have been involved in some great matches in the league. In 2023, both teams took part in the 1000th match of the league. It was good. Arguably the greatest IPL match featured these two teams in 2014 which decided the fate of their qualification for the playoffs. Fans would hope to witness something similar on the 22nd of April 2024. RR has a good record at the venue which might give them a slight edge. One can expect a good contest between bat and ball given the nature of the wicket.
Best economical pick – Riyan Parag has been one of the best batters in the ongoing season. The youngster has managed to deliver the goods for his side with the bat. In the last game, the right-handed batter scored 34 runs in 14 balls which helped RR in the run chase against KKR.
Top captains & vice captains –Jos Buttlerslammed a brilliant ton in the last game and will look to deliver a good start for the Royals. He has been striking the ball well and fitness could be a question for the next game. With RR getting ample time before their game against MI, Buttler seems to have recovered well. If he sees through Jasprit Bumrah in the initial part of the tussle, he could prove as a game-changer. Suryakumar Yadav was the highest run-scorer for MI in the last game against PBKS. On a tricky wicket to bat on, Yadav took risks as soon as he entered the middle. As the pitch got slower, he held up one end. Jaipur is likely to be a similar wicket.
Smart pick – Jasprit Bumrahmust strike early to put the MI in a commanding position. The bowling attack must deliver the goods as they are up against a formidable batting lineup. Having said that, Bumrah has led from the front as was evident in the game against Punjab Kings. Where every other bowler went for runs, he bowled at an economy rate of less than six.
Cautious Pick – Dhruv Jurel has been woefully out of form in the ongoing season. The emerging batter has not played a significant knock with the bat so far. After impressing everyone in the IPL 2023 and the Test series against England, Jurel has fallen off the radar.
My XI – Jos Buttler (Captain), Suryakumar Yadav (Vice-Captain), Jasprit Bumrah, Riyan Parag, Sanju Samson, Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shimron Hetmyer
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