CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction: IPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 49 of IPL 2024

CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction: Chennai Super Kings are all set to square off against Punjab Kings in the 49th match of the Indian Premier League 2024 on Wednesday. The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium at 7:30 PM IST.

Chennai Super Kings have done well so far as they sit 4th in the points table with 5 wins and 4 defeats after 9 games. They registered a massive 78-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their last game and they will be feeling confident to notch up back-to-back wins to jump to second place in the league standings.

On the other hand, Punjab Kings have endured a difficult season so far as they sit 8th in the points table with 3 wins and 6 losses after 9 matches. The Kings from Punjab completed a record chase and defeated Kolkata Knight Riders in the last game by 8 wickets. They will seek confidence from the game to stitch a string of victories from here on. They can not lose any game from here as another defeat will almost ensure their exit from the tournament.

CSK vs PBKS, Match 49 of IPL 2024 Details:

Date: 1st May 2024, Wednesday
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Ahmedabad
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Jio Cinema App

CSK vs PBKS, Match 49 Pitch Report:

The surface at the Chepauk has favoured the batters in the IPL 2024. It is flat and hard alongside a quick outfield. The pacers might get some seam movement with the new ball but there won’t be much help for them in this surface.

CSK vs PBKS, Match 49 Injury & Team News:

Chennai Super Kings

There are no injury concerns for the CSK.

Punjab Kings

Sikandar Raza has left the squad for the national duty.
Shikhar Dhawan is close to gain the full fitness and he could return in the playing 11.

CSK vs PBKS Match 49 Probable Playing XIs:

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni (WK), Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana, and (Impact Sub: Shardul Thakur/Sameer Rizvi)

Punjab Kings

Prabhsimran Singh/Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Rilee Rossouw/Liam Livingstone, Shashank Singh, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh, and (Impact sub: Rahul Chahar)

CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Top Picks & Key Players:

For Chennai Super Kings

• Ruturaj Gaikwad – 447 runs in 9 matches
• Shivam Dube – 350 runs in 9 matches
• Matheesha Pathirana – 13 wickets in 6 matches

For Punjab Kings

• Sam Curran – 152 runs and 12 wickets in 9 matches
• Shashank Singh – 263 runs in 9 matches
• Harshal Patel – 14 wickets in 9 matches

CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:

Captain Picks

• Ruturaj Gaikwad
• Sam Curran
• Jonny Bairstow

Vice-Captain Picks

• Daryl Mitchell
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Shivam Dube

CSK vs PBKS, Match 49 – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Chennai Super Kings decimated the high-flying Sunrisers Hyderabad in the last game as their bowling produced a collective performance. It is a massive tickmark as there are no visible issues with the CSK now. On the other hand, Punjab Kings chased down 262 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in their previous match and they will now be feeling better about themselves. However, they still need to look towards their bowling that leaked over 250 runs. As per our CSK vs PBKS Today Match Prediction, Chennai Super Kings are expected to win this match.

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CSK vs PBKS Dream11 SL Team for Today’s Match:

Wicketkeepers: J Bairstow

Batters: R Gaikwad (C), S Dube, D Mitchell, S Singh

All-Rounders: R Jadeja, S Curran (VC)

Bowlers: M Pathirana, H Patel, A Singh, T Deshpande

CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Grand League Team For Today’s Match:

Wicketkeepers: J Bairstow (C), P Singh

Batters: R Gaikwad, S Dube, A Rahane, S Singh

All-Rounders: R Jadeja, S Curran

Bowlers: H Patel (VC), M Rahman, K Rabada

CSK vs PBKS Dream11, Match 49 Bonus Cricket Fantasy Tips:

• Punjab Kings batting hasn’t been consistent this season. Load a couple of your GL teams with the CSK bowlers to maximize any situation of the collapse.
• Prabhsimran Singh has delivered as an impact player for Punjab Kings. He could be tried as vice-captain in one of your GL teams.

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Disclaimer: The teams are formed based on our best knowledge, understanding, and analysis of the game. While selecting your team, consider all factors involved and make your own decision.