IPL 2019, Match 29 – KKR vs CSK: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

After a couple of thumping defeats, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will play a quick return fixture against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Only earlier this week, they had gone meekly against the table-toppers and a loss against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at home hasn’t helped either. On the other hand, CSK have distanced themselves significantly from other teams and four points clear of the second-placed side.

They defeated the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the previous game which was another thriller with a controversial tinge to it. Despite the injury issues, MS Dhoni has managed his troops well and will be hoping to continue the winning run. He hinted at the changes to be made for this game as the Eden Gardens is a small grounds and it will be interesting to see who makes the cut for this clash.

As for the KKR, they changed three overseas players to everyone’s surprise in the last game and the move backfired significantly. Though Shubman Gill starred while opening the innings for his team and he might continue at that position for some time now. Joe Denly will also get another chance it seems which means the likes of Chris Lynn and Sunil Narine might have to sit out.

Meanwhile, Andre Russell looks doubtful for this game as he struggled first with his wrist and then with his hamstring during the Delhi clash.

Match Details:

The 29th game of the IPL between KKR and CSK will be hosted by the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

The match starts at 04:00 PM local time (10:30 AM GMT).

The game will be live on Star Sports in India. (Live streaming on Hotstar).

Weather Conditions

The temperature will hover around 35 Degrees Celsius during the game and the humidity will be at its peak in Kolkata. No rain is in the forecast.

Last five completed T20 matches: (Most recent- first)

Kolkata Knight Riders: L, L, W, W, L

Chennai Super Kings: W, W, W, L, W

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch is expected to be an absolute beauty to bat. There is nothing really for the bowlers and the small boundaries make it extremely tough for them.

Average 1st innings score: 192 (Last three IPL matches at the venue)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 1

Probable Playing XI:

Kolkata Knight Riders

Joe Denly, Shubman Gill, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik (c & wk), Andre Russell, Carlos Brathwaite, Piyush Chawla, Kuldeep Yadav, Lockie Ferguson, Prasidh Krishna

Bench: Rinku Singh, Nikhil Naik, Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn, Sandeep Warrier, Harry Gurney, Yarra Prithviraj, KC Cariappa.

Chennai Super Kings

Sam Billings, Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina, Ambati Rayudu, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (c)(wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, Harbhajan Singh, Imran Tahir, Scott Kuggeleijn.

Bench: Murali Vijay, Karn Sharma, Shane Watson, Dhruv Shorey, Monu Kumar, Mitchell Santner, Chaitanya Bishnoi, N Jagadeesan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KM Asif, DJ Bravo, Shardul Thakur.

Team News:

Andre Russell looked in extreme discomfort in the previous match and is in doubt for this game. Having said that, he played the Delhi game and might be deemed fit for this encounter as well.

Dwayne Bravo is yet to recover from his injury.

Power Picks:

Robin Uthappa vs CSK: Inns – 19, Runs – 538, Average – 33.62, Fifties – 3

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options: Robin Uthappa, Andre Russell (if he plays), Ambati Rayudu.

Vice-Captain Options: MS Dhoni, Nitish Rana, Deepak Chahar.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Head to Head/ Small Leagues:

Keeper – MS Dhoni

Batsmen – Ambati Rayudu, Faf du Plessis (C), Robin Uthappa (VC), Chris Lynn, Nitish Rana

All-Rounders – Ravindra Jadeja, Andre Russell

Bowlers – Imran Tahir, Deepak Chahar, Piyush Chawla.

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Grand/ Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Dinesh Karthik (VC)

Batsmen – Suresh Raina (C), Faf du Plessis, Kedar Jadhav, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana

All-Rounders – Ravindra Jadeja, Andre Russell

Bowlers – Imran Tahir, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Yadav.

Expert Advice:

KKR bowlers are not picking many wickets and it will be better to have more CSK bowlers.

Kuldeep Yadav tends to pick 2-3 wickets suddenly some day and he could be a decent pick in Grand League.

Dinesh Karthik could be made vice-captain as he has been picked in very less fantasy teams. He is one of the consistent batsmen in the team.

Probable Winners:

CSK look the favourites to clinch the game but KKR are no pushovers at home.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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