IPL 2019, Match 43 – KKR vs RR: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Teams are getting a clear idea about what they need to do in order to qualify for the playoffs of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). While the Rajasthan Royals (RR) can now get to maximum 14 points while the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) still have their fate in their own hands. But things look grim for both the teams the way they are playing at the moment. The match 43 of the season will witness KKR and RR locking horns at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.

The Men in Purple and Gold are seriously struggling with their bowling. Their frailties were once again exposed by the SRH batting line-up and to address the same, Kuldeep Yadav might come in again. Also, with Harry Gurney not doing much, Matt Kelly could make his IPL debut. As for the Royals, they might still go in unchanged and give Ben Stokes one final opportunity to shine before leaving.

Match Details:

The 43rd game of the IPL between KKR and RR will be hosted by the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

The match starts at 08:00 PM local time (14:30 GMT).

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

Weather Conditions

The weather will be too hot in Kolkata on Thursday. It will cool down in the evening though and the temperature will hover around 28-29 degrees Celsius. The humidity is going to be too much (90 per cent). Naturally, the dew will also play a huge role and it will be tough for the bowlers to grip the ball, especially in the second innings. There is no rain in the forecast.

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

Kolkata Knight Riders: L, L, L, L, L

Rajasthan Royals: L, W, L, W, L

Pitch Report

The wicket at the Eden Gardens has been flat. RCB enjoyed batting on the surface and the team has no option but to score more than 200 to have any chance of winning. The team winning the toss should have no doubt in opting to field first as another flat pitch is on offer.

Average first-innings score: 190 – 5 IPL matches in 2019

Record of chasing teams: Won – 3; Lost – 2

Probable Playing XI:

Kolkata Knight Riders

Chris Lynn, Sunil Narine, Shubman Gill, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik (C & wk), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Piyush Chawla, Yarra Prithviraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Matt Kelly.

Bench: Robin Uthappa, Nikhil Naik, Sandeep Warrier, Prasidh Krishna, Carlos Brathwaite, KC Cariappa, Lockie Ferguson, Harry Gurney.

Rajasthan Royals

Sanju Samson (wk), Ajinkya Rahane, Steve Smith (C), Ben Stokes, Riyan Parag, Ashton Turner, Stuart Binny, Jofra Archer, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni.

Bench: Manan Vohra, Aryaman Birla, Rahul Tripathi, Shashank Singh, Liam Livingstone, Mahipal Lomror, Shubham Ranjane, Sudhesan Midhun, Prashant Chopra, Oshane Thomas, Krishnappa Gowtham, Varun Aaron.

Team News

Joe Denly has left the team and will be unavailable for the rest of the season.

This could be the last game of the season for Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer.

Power Picks:

Sanju Samson vs KKR in Kolkata: Inns – 5, Runs – 177, Average – 35.4, Fifties – 2

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options: Sanju Samson, Steve Smith, Chris Lynn

Vice-Captain Options: Ajinkya Rahane, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine

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

Keeper – Sanju Samson

Batsmen – Chris Lynn, Nitish Rana, Steve Smith (C), Ajinkya Rahane

All-Rounders – Sunil Narine, Andre Russell (VC), Riyan Parag

Bowlers – Yarra Prithviraj, Shreyas Gopal, Jofra Archer.

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

Keeper – Sanju Samson (VC)

Batsmen – Chris Lynn (C), Shubman Gill, Ajinkya Rahane, Steve Smith

All-Rounders – Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Ben Stokes

Bowlers – Piyush Chawla, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jofra Archer.

Expert Advice:

Ben Stokes will be itching to make the difference for his side before leaving for England and he could be a smart pick in Grand Leagues.

Probable Winners:

KKR might finally win the game after five consecutive losses provided they don’t take anything for granted.

*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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