The IPL stages its biggest match of the season as both teams equally deserve their rightful places in this epic final encounter. Welcome to the CSK vs KOL Dream11 team prediction and preview.
Chennai Super Kings have won the IPL 3 times with the ability to perform well in their record 9th IPL Final which should keep them confident for this match.
Kolkata Knight Riders are taking things one match at a time which looks like a fantastic approach to their solid team performance along with brilliant fighting spirit.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
CSK should win this match by a very close margin.
Betting Odds
CSK- 1.98 KOL- 2.00
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is beneficial for batsmen with pacers making the most of their talents in the second innings. The winners of the toss should bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a warm and sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings
M.S Dhoni (wk), F.du Plessis, R.Gaikwad, A.Rayudu, R.Uthappa, R.Jadeja, D.Bravo, M.Ali, J.Hazlewood, D.Chahar, S.Thakur
Kolkata Knight Riders
D.Karthik (wk), S.Gill, R.Tripathi, N.Rana, E.Morgan, S.Narine, V.Iyer, S.Al Hasan, L.Ferguson, V.Chakravarthy, S.Mavi
Match Details
VIVO IPL
Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Date and Time: 15th October – 7:30 pm IST
Venue: Dubai International Stadium, Dubai, UAE
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hoststar
CSK vs KOL Dream11 Team Prediction, VIVO IPL, Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
M.S Dhoni (8.5 Cr) is a fantastic batsman and wicket-keeper with the experience of several finals as the captain under his belt which should keep him composed to perform well.
Batsman
R.Gaikwad (9.5 Cr) is just 23 runs behind the highest runs scorer and should easily be able to attain the orange cap with a focused batting performance that makes him our prime choice for this match.
F.du Plessis (10 Cr) was not able to perform in the semi-finals which should keep him pumped to concentrate on his performance to retain his batting form.
S.Gill (8.5 Cr) has managed to play his part in the opening partnership for KKR with his amazing batting skills that an amazing 46 runs in the last match.
All-rounders
R.Jadeja (9.5 Cr) has always played a crucial part in a CSK final with his batting, bowling and fielding abilities he can manage to create great contributions.
D.Bravo (9.0 Cr) was brilliant at the start of the UAE leg and we think he has been hiding several tricks behind his sleeves which should come back to light in this encounter which makes him our prime choice.
V.Iyer (9.5 Cr) is in top form this season with a fantastic 55 runs in the last match that shows his amazing focus and composure that makes him a potential game-changer.
Bowlers
S.Thakur (9.0 Cr) has been a crucial bowler in all of his matches with his ability to create contributions with at least one wicket along with the potential for more that makes him a crucial player.
J.Hazlewood (8.5 Cr) was able to pick 2 wickets in the qualifiers that could take keep him boosted for a better performance in this encounter.
L.Ferguson (9.0 Cr) has been consistent with his performances and can manage to create opportunities at crucial moments as he can change the course of this match.
V.Chakravarthy (9.0 Cr) was just in top form in his last match against DC that earned him 2 important wickets along with his ability to push for more.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
R.Gaikwad will be our captain because of his fantastic batting capabilities that can take his team out from a self-dug hole.
D.Bravo will be our vice-captain because of his bowling capabilities on this pitch that should earn him wickets.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Dhoni, du Plessis, Gaikwad (C), Gill, Jadeja Bravo (VC), Iyer, Hazlewood, Thakur, Ferguson, Chakravarthy.
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.