The stage is set for a thrilling clash at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, marking the 53rd game of the season Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as Punjab Kings (PBKS) Prepare for battle Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
In their last encounter, PBKS triumphed over CSK by 7 wickets. Currently, PBKS is at 7th position while CSK is at 5th position in the points table.
IPL 2024, PBKS vs CSK:
- Date and Time: 5th of May; 10:00 AM GMT / 2:30 PM IST
- Venue: HPCA International Cricket Stadium in Dharamsala
HPCA International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The HPCA Stadium is widely regarded as a batsman-friendly pitch, known for its bounce that aids fast bowlers. Historically, it has been a venue for high-scoring games. Due to its height above sea level, the pitch is expected to provide momentum with the new ball, favoring pace bowlers who can utilize off-field movement. However, spinners generally find little support on this surface as only minimal rotation is possible. Consequently, it promises to be an ideal batting track, offering occasional bounce and movement to the pacers.
PBKS vs CSK Dream11/ My11Circle Prediction Tips:
- Wicketkeeper: Prabhsimran Singh, Jonny Bairstow
- Doughs: Shashank Singh, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube
- All-rounder: Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja
- Bowler: 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 GMT)
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Match prediction:
Case 1:
- PBKS wins the toss and throws first
- Power play score: 60-65
- CSK overall: 180-185
Case 2:
- CSK wins the toss and bowls first
- Power play score: 55-60
- Overall PBKS: 170-175
The team that bowls first wins the competition
Squad:
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