The stage is prepared for an exhilarating clash at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, marking the 53rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as the Punjab Kings (PBKS) gear up to battle the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
In their previous encounter, PBKS triumphed over CSK by 7 wickets. Currently, PBKS holds the 7th position, while CSK stands at 5th in the points table.
IPL 2024, PBKS vs CSK:
Date and time: May 5; 10:00 AM GMT / 02:30 PM IST
Venue: HPCA International Cricket Stadium in Dharamsala
HPCA International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The HPCA Stadium is widely regarded as a batter-friendly pitch, known for providing some bounce that aids fast bowlers. Historically, it has been a venue conducive to high-scoring matches. Due to its elevation above sea level, the pitch is expected to offer swing with the new ball, favouring pace bowlers who can exploit the movement off the pitch. However, spinners typically find little assistance on this ground, as there is minimal turn available. Consequently, it promises to be an ideal batting track, offering occasional bounce and movement for the pacers.
PBKS vs CSK Dream11/ My11Circle Prediction Picks:
Wicketkeepers: Prabhsimran Singh, Jonny Bairstow
Batters: Shashank Singh, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Shardul Thakur
PBKS vs CSK Dream11/ My11Circle Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Ravindra Jadeja (c), Sam Curran (vc)
Choice 2: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Shashank Singh (vc)
PBKS vs CSK Dream11/ My11Circle Prediction Backups:
Jitesh Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Deepak Chahar
PBKS vs CSK Dream11/ My11Circle Team for today’s match (May 5, 10:00 AM GMT)
Dream 11 Team PBKS vs CSK (Screengrab: Dream11)
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Match Prediction:
Case 1:
PBKS wins the toss and bowls first
Powerplay score: 60-65
CSK total: 180-185
Case 2:
CSK wins the toss and bowls first
Powerplay score: 55-60
PBKS total: 170-175
Team bowling first to win the contest
Squads:
Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow, Harpreet Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Rilee Rossouw, Jitesh Sharma (vc), Sam Curran, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Shashank Singh, Shivam Singh, Sikandar Raza, Atharva Taide, Chris Woakes, Arshdeep Singh, Rahul Chahar, Nathan Ellis, Harpreet Brar, Vidwath Kaverappa, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Prince Choudhary, Ashutosh Sharma, Vishwanath Singh, Tanay Thyagarajan
Chennai Super Kings: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Sameer Rizvi, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Moeen Ali, Devon Conway, Mustafizur Rahman, Mitchell Santner, Tushar Deshpande, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Prashant Solanki, Mukesh Choudhary, Simarjeet Singh, RS Hangargekar, Shaik Rasheed, Nishant Sindhu, Aravelly Avanish
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