Chennai Super Kings will be all set to lock horns against Gujarat Titans in this crucial TATA IPL encounter. Welcome to the GT vs CSK Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Gujarat Titans come here after a fantastic win against Rajasthan Royals with a show of solid determination and teamwork that could lead to a stronger performance in this match.
Chennai Super Kings on the other hand won their first match of the season which could bolster confidence levels within the team and could start a change of habits for their upcoming matches.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
Gujarat Titans should win this match by a very close margin.
Betting Odds
GT- 2.18 CSK- 2.38
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch has a strong batting surface. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a warm humid day.
Probable Playing 11
Gujarat Titans
M.Wade (wk), S.Gill, D.Miller, A.Manohar, H.Pandya, R.Tewatia, V.Shankar, Rashid-Khan, M.Shami, L.Ferguson, Y.Dayal
Chennai Super Kings
M.S Dhoni (wk), R.Gaikwad, A.Rayudu, R.Uthappa, R.Jadeja, S.Dube, M.Ali, D.Bravo, M.Theekshana, C.Jordan, M.Choudhary
Match Details
TATA IPL
Match: Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings
Date and Time: 17th April – 07:30 pm IST
Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, India
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
GT vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction Today, TATA IPL, Fantasy Cricket Picks, Match Preview
Wicket-Keeper
Matthew Wade (8.5 Cr) can play a splendid innings considering his batting potential which should allow him to build up the necessary momentum needed to make his mark in this fixture.
Batsman
Shubnam Gill (9.0 Cr) was able to add 13 runs in the last match but holds enormous potential that kept him in the orange cap race with a total of 200 runs in the last 5 matches.
Abhinav Manohar (8.5 Cr) has played consistently in the last 2 matches that earned him 43 runs at a strike rate of 153.57 with a total of 94 runs in the last 5 games.
Shivam Dube (9.0 Cr) played an important role after falling short of a century in his last match after managing to score 35 runs at a strike rate of 206.52 taking his overall total to 207 runs which makes him the leading run-scorer from his team.
Ruturaj Gaikwad (8.5 Cr) will aim to feed on the current momentum from the last match that can push him to regain his confidence that seems to be lacking this year.
All-rounders
Hardik Pandya (10.5 Cr) played an explosive innings in the last match with 87 runs at a strike rate of 167.31 followed by 1 wicket which could continue to bolster his confidence with every passing match that makes him our prime choice.
Ravindra Jadeja (9.5 Cr) looked a happy man after his side managed to find their first win of the season that could allow him to improve his batting and bowling stride coming into this match.
Bowlers
Mohammed Shami (9.0 Cr) looked aggrieved in the last match after not getting the wickets and dropped chances which could channel a stronger performance coming into this game.
Rashid-Khan (9.5 Cr) was silenced in the last match as he failed to make his mark with his bowling capabilities that can allow him to regroup and make good use of this surface.
Lockie Ferguson (9.0 Cr) was brilliant in the last match that saw him find 3 wickets at an economy rate of 5.75 taking his total to 8 wickets which makes him the leading wicket-taker from his team.
Maheesh Theekshana (8.5 Cr) managed to keep his side in strong contention after finding an impressive 4-wicket haul that could keep him confident for the challenge that lies ahead making him a potential game-changer.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
S.Gill will be our captain because of his batting potential which can be uncovered in this contest.
H.Pandya will be our vice-captain because of his current overall form which can take him a long way in this tournament.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Wade, Gill (C), Manohar, Gaikwad, Dube, Jadeja, Pandya (VC), Shami, Rashid-Khan, Ferguson, Theekshana
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.
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