The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 has reached its peak excitement as two formidable teams, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), gear up to face each other in the 49th match of the tournament. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two powerhouse franchises, each with its own share of star players and memorable moments.
CSK vs PBKS Match Preview
The battle between CSK and PBKS is scheduled to take place at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 1st, 2024, at 7:30 PM IST. While CSK currently sits at the fourth position on the points table, PBKS finds itself at the ninth spot, making this clash crucial for both teams in their quest for playoff berths.
CSK vs PBKS Head-to-Head Records
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Chennai Super Kings | 16 |
| Punjab Kings | 13 |
CSK vs PBKS Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear skies with a temperature of around 31.37°C and a humidity of 78%.
IPL 2024 Match 49 CSK vs PBKS Pitch Report
The pitch at MA Chidambaram Stadium, known for its slow nature, has been relatively batting-friendly in the current season. Spinners are expected to play a significant role, while pacers will need to vary their pace to find success.
| Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 188 |
CSK vs PBKS Playing11
Chennai Super Kings
RD Gaikwad (C), Ajinkya Rahane, D Mitchell, S Dubey, Sameer Rizvi, M Ali, RA Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), D Chahar, TU Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman
Impact substitute – Matheesha Pathirana, Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur
Punjab Kings
J Bairstow, P Simran Singh, RR Rossouw, SM Curran (C), J Sharma (wk), Shashank Singh, AR Sharma, Harpreet Brar, K Rabada, Arshdeep Singh, H Patel
Impact substitute – Shivam Singh, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Prince Choudhary, Rishi Dhawan
Injury and Availability News
Liam Livingstone and Shikhar Dhawan are likely to be unavailable due to their respective injuries, impacting PBKS’ team composition.
CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction
Considering the current form and team dynamics, Lucknow Super Giants are likely to emerge victorious in this encounter. However, in T20 cricket, anything can happen, and MI will be eager to stage a comeback and upset the odds.
Dream11 Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Jonny Bairstow
- Batters: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Mustafizur Rahman, Harshal Patel
CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Team
CSK vs PBKS Grand League Team
CSK vs PBKS Small League Team
Disclaimer: Please note that the team selection is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. When making your own decision on team selection, take into account the points provided.
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