PBKS vs CSK Match Preview
Prabhsimran Singh and Jonny Bairstow are currently in top form, displaying an impressive strike-rate. However, their consistency leaves something to be desired. Consequently, it is not surprising to witness a quick start from them, but also an early loss of wickets for PBKS.
This is where the importance of batting depth becomes evident. PBKS has identified two Indian batsmen, Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma, who excel in the middle order. They have proven their ability to consistently clear the boundaries throughout the match. Alongside Jitesh Sharma, Sam Curran, and Rilee Rossouw, PBKS possesses a strong batting lineup capable of launching an aggressive attack from the very beginning.
This could pose a challenge for the CSK bowling lineup, especially considering they will be without several key players.
On the bowling front, PBKS faces its own set of challenges. Sam Curran has struggled to make an impact this season, while Kagiso Rabada has been expensive. Harshal Patel's variations are well-known to opponents, and he has also faced difficulties on flat tracks.
Rahul Chahar and Harpreet Brar are the two bowlers who are expected to bring some control to the proceedings.
Several of its primary bowlers, such as Mustafizur Rahman and Deepak Chahar, are unavailable for selection. Tushar Deshpande is set to return, but the majority of the bowling responsibility will fall on Matheesh Pathirana.
In the previous match against PBKS, Pathirana performed well and could be a strong choice for the Top Bowler CSK betting market. The remaining bowling attack is vulnerable and may leak runs.
While CSK's batting has shown promise in certain instances, the team heavily relies on Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shivam Dube. Ravindra Jadeja is not considered a top-tier batsman, Ajinkya Rahane struggles as an opener, and MS Dhoni's contributions are limited to brief appearances.
Daryl Mitchell stands out as the only other true match-winner in this lineup.
Weather Report
The weather forecast is clear and should be comfortable in terms of the temperatures.
Pitch Report
There is a decent amount of pace and carry in the wicket. The boudaries are small and so plenty of sixes can be hit once the batters get set. in general, spinners struggle to get too much of help here.
Notable stats
Shashank Singh: Dream IPL
Shashank Singh has scored 288 runs at an average of 72 with a strike rate of 169.41. He is a must have in any Dream11 team.
Team News
Mustafizur Rahman and Deepak Chahar are expected to not be available for selection while Tushar Deshpande may be back for this match.
PBKS vs CSK Probable 11
PBKS Playing 11
- Prabhsimran Singh
- Jonny Bairstow
- Rilee Rossouw
- Shashank Singh
- Sam Curran (C)
- Jitesh Sharma (Wk)
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Harpreet Brar
- Harshal Patel
- Kagiso Rabada
- Rahul Chahar
CSK Playing 11
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
- Daryl Mitchell
- Shivam Dube
- Moeen Ali
- Ravindra Jadeja
- MS Dhoni (Wk)
- Shardul Thakur
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Mukesh Chaudhary
Dream11 Prediction
We think PBKS has a great chance of winning this match thanks to its excellent batting lineup and the good form that their major players have hit. CSK is also missing a number of its first choice bowlers.
Top Picks
Shashank Singh: Excellent and consistent throughout this season, Shashank Singh is also a good captain choice. He is averging 72 at a strike rate of nearly 170.
Ruturaj Gaikwad: He has scored 500 runs already this season and is in excellent form. With a best of 108 not out this season, Gaikwad has a chance of maximizing the good batting surface in Dharamsala.
Ashutosh Sharma: A great option for a possible differentiator. The risk is that he may not face enough deliveries but if he does come into bat, he could end up scoring a lot of runs very quickly.
PBKS vs CSK Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: J Bairstow, P Singh
Batters: R Rossouw, D Mitchell, S Singh (C), S Dube, R Gaikwad (VC), A Sharma
All-rounders: S Curran
Bowlers: K Rabada, M Pathirana
