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CSK vs DC Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 18th Match

Robin Kumar Sharma
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CSK vs DC Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 18th Match

Even at this early stage, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are almost in must-win territory. They’ve lost their first three games, and they’ve lost them very badly. They are at the bottom of the points table with a very poor net run rate (-2.517). Bowling is their biggest concern, while the form of two of their best batters – Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad – is another big issue. 

Samson is yet to score in double digits after three games, while Ruturaj has looked completely short of confidence. Sarfaraz Khan has been the biggest positive, while Prashant Veer showed promising signs, despite the comments of S Badrinath.

Kartik Sharma has shown slight glimpses of his potential, and they’ll hope that he gets some runs very soon. Jamie Overton has batted well, while Shivam Dube will have to show some consistency going forward in the tournament. The key is Samson and Gaikwad batting long enough to ensure Dube comes in against spin in the middle overs.

On the other hand, Delhi Capitals lost their last game by one run against the Gujarat Titans. But KL Rahul (92 runs) scoring big after a couple of bad games and David Miller (41* runs) also scoring runs will be a good sign for DC going forward. They’ll be looking to bounce back quickly after Miller denied a single off the second-last ball against GT, which ultimately proved costly.

Tristan Stubbs and Pathum Nissanka have also looked in decent touch, while Sameer Rizvi has started the season superbly despite his duck in the last match.

Mukesh Kumar has bowled well for DC in the last two games, while Kuldeep Yadav too has chipped in with wickets. Skipper Axar Patel’s form will be of some concern to the Capitals. Lungi Ngidi, in his current form, will be a key bowler for them in this game against CSK.

IPL 2026 18th Match: CSK vs DC Possible Playing XIIs

Bowling is a big concern for the Super Kings. Expect a few changes in their lineup in this game, but still players like Noor Ahmad and Matt Henry (if selected) must step up if CSK are to do well.

Dewald Brevis is a chance of playing, but coach Stephen Fleming didn’t confirm ahead of the match, according to cricbuzz.

Chennai Super Kings: 1. Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), 2. Sanju Samson (wk), 3. Ayush Mhatre, 4. Sarfaraz Khan, 5. Dewald Brevis/Kartik Sharma, 6. Shivam Dube, 7. Prashant Veer, 8. Jamie Overton, 9. Noor Ahmad, 10. Khaleel Ahmed, 11. Anshul Kamboj, 12. Matt Henry/Akeal Hosein

Delhi Capitals may bring in one of Karun Nair, Abhishek Porel, or even Ashutosh Sharma for the struggling Nitish Rana.

Delhi Capitals: 1. KL Rahul (wk), 2. Pathum Nissanka, 3. Nitish Rana/Karun Nair, 4. Sameer Rizvi, 5. Axar Patel, 6. David Miller, 7. Tristan Stubbs, 8. Vipraj Nigam, 9. Kuldeep Yadav, 10. Mukesh Kumar, 11. Lungi Ngidi  12. T Natarajan

MA Chidambaram Stadium Chepauk Chennai Pitch Report and Weather

A good batting track with little to no help for the bowlers is expected for this game. There might be some assistance for the pacers with the new ball and the spinners can exploit the big side of the venue, but overall the batters will dictate the game.

In the last game played here, only 10 wickets fell in 20 overs, and Punjab chased down 209 runs quite easily. Expect scores in the range of 180-200+ in this game and teams will prefer chasing.

A hot and humid day is expected in Chennai with no chance of rain. The weather will be clear with the temperature being around 28-29 degrees Celsius and 70-80% humidity. 

Insights that could decide how the CSK vs DC match will transpire

Below are some interesting insights that could decide this contest, according to SPODA AI data.

  • CSK have fared pretty well in the powerplay across their last five matches at Chepauk, scoring 84, 71, 51, 82 and 71 in this period.
  • DC have taken a total of 11 wickets in the powerplay in their last five matches at Chepauk.
  • Ayush Mhatre is considered the likeliest player to make a 30+ score (60% probability). Ruturaj Gaikwad (49.37%) and KL Rahul (49.27%) are also considered a good chance.
  • Khaleel Ahmed has a 39.19% probability of taking 2+ wickets. Kuldeep Yadav has a lower chance (29.59%) according to predictive analysis.

For more such information, check out SPODA AI below, where you can even ask a question.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for CSK vs DC: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Sanju Samson has a decent record against DC: 293 runs in 11 innings with 2 fifties, strike rate of 148.70 at an average of 36.60. But his record at Chepauk – 66 runs in 6 innings, averaging 11 – makes it difficult to pick him in fantasy cricket alongside his current form. But Sanju will be a must in your fantasy teams, as a big knock should be around the corner from him.
  • KL Rahul loves batting against CSK. He has 6 fifties against them in 15 innings. Rahul has scored 630 runs at an average of 45 at a strike rate of 142.90. He will be a top C/VC pick.

Key batter picks: 

  • Ruturaj Gaikwad averages 27 for his 243 runs at a strike rate of 129.30 against the Delhi Capitals. Gaikwad will be itching to do well and lead from the front. You can back him in your fantasy teams for this game.
  • Sarfaraz Khan has been the best batter for CSK till now in IPL 2026 (99 runs at a strike rate of 202), but he has failed to convert the starts, especially in the powerplay, into big scores.
  • Ayush Mhatre is a key player for the Super Kings at 3. He scores big when he gets going and can take on the bowlers on his day. Mhatre scored 73 against Punjab, but his scores in the other two games are 1 and 0. Despite that, he’ll be a top fantasy pick. 
  • Dewald Brevis is expected to bat at 5 for CSK. He is amongst the most destructive batters on his day. Brevis will look to take on the spinners and he can score big if he succeeds in doing that. He’ll be a must pick and a top C/VC choice. 

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Shivam Dube averages just 18.80 against DC in 9 innings for his 169 runs. He bowled two overs in the last game. Dube will be a key batter for CSK against Delhi’s spin attack. He’s been in good form lately and will be someone you can’t miss out on in fantasy cricket.
  • Jamie Overton picked up one wicket and scored a quickfire 37 in the last game. He can hit the deck hard and bowled at nearly 150 km/h in the last game. Overton will fetch points from both bat and ball, making him an ideal fantasy pick.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Noor Ahmad has been far from his usual self in the first three games this season. But he’s CSK’s main bowler in the middle overs and can trouble Delhi’s middle order. 
  • Khaleel Ahmed has 10 wickets against DC in 6 innings at an economy of 8.63, and his bowling strike rate is 13.70. He can move the new ball both ways and can trouble Nissanka and Nitish Rana in this match CSK manages to pick up early wickets.

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Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Anshul Kamboj
  • Kuldeep Yadav 
  • Axar Patel
  • Akeal Hosein (if plays)
  • Lungi Ngidi

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • CSK leads the head-to-head record by 19-12 against Delhi Capitals. 
  • Sanju Samson vs Axar Patel (T20s): 70 runs, 2 dismissals in 63 deliveries.
  • Ruturaj Gaikwad vs T Natarajan (T20s): 42 runs, 3 dismissals in 30 deliveries.
  • David Miller vs Noor Ahmad (T20s): 20 runs, 3 dismissals in 37 deliveries.

IPL 2026 18th Match: CSK vs DC Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 18th Match: CSK vs DC Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 18th Match: CSK vs DC Dream11 Prediction Today

IPL 2026 18th Match: CSK vs DC Match Prediction: Who will win?

At the moment, the Delhi Capitals will start as the favourites based on their current form and bowling quality and CSK’s current form.

But, expect a good fight from CSK in this game. If Brevis returns and one of their top 3 can score big, then they’ll be in for a fight if they are disciplined with the ball. 

Chennai Super Kings to win.

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PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 17th Match

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PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 17th Match

The impressive Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be itching to get back in action. They host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a day game, which will be their first full match since April 3th where they chased CSK’s 209 with ease in Chennai. Their match against KKR on April 6th was washed out after 3.4 overs.

SRH too will be keen to get going. Their last match was on April 5th, going down to LSG despite a fighting effort after a terrible start. So, that will be a key area for improvement here as early wickets also hurt them against RCB in the tournament opener a few weeks ago. Can Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma get going?

SRH currently sit in sixth position with one win and two losses. They have a positive net run rate (0.275), but victory is still important here to maintain pace with the top four even in the early stages of the season. PBKS are aiming to maintain their unbeaten start to IPL 2026.

There is something that clicks for SRH when they come up against PBKS. They have won their past four matches head-to-head, including a chase of 246 with nine balls to spare last season.

IPL 2026 17th Match: PBKS vs SRH Possible Playing XIIs

Punjab Kings: 1. Prabhsimran Singh (wk), 2. Priyansh Arya, 3. Cooper Connolly (OS), 4. Shreyas Iyer (c), 5. Nehal Wadhera, 6. Shashank Singh, 7. Marcus Stoinis (OS), 8. Marco Jansen (OS), 9. Xavier Bartlett (OS), 10. Vijaykumar Vyshak, 11. Arshdeep Singh, 12. Yuzvendra Chahal

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 1. Travis Head (OS), 2. Abhishek Sharma, 3. Ishan Kishan (c & wk), 4. Liam Livingstone (OS), 5. Heinrich Klaasen (OS), 6. Nitish Kumar Reddy, 7. Aniket Verma, 8. Harsh Dubey, 9. Shivang Kumar, 10. Harshal Patel, 11. Jaydev Unadkat, 12. Eshan Malinga (OS)

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Mullanpur Cricket Stadium Pitch Report and Weather

Spin could play an important role in this day game. In all games at Mullanpur in IPL 2025, pace bowlers took 44 wickets at an average of 29.61 and economy rate of 9.50. Spinners fared very well, taking 29 wickets at an average of 19.79 and economy of 7.81.

Earlier this season, Cooper Connolly’s 72* led PBKS to a tough win against Gujarat Titans in a game where the bowlers had a say.

A warm and clear afternoon is forecast for this match with a top temperature of 32 degrees.

Insights that could shape how the PBKS vs SRH match will transpire

Below are some interesting insights that could decide this contest, according to SPODA AI data.

  • The average winning first innings score at Mullanpur since 2019 is 192.86.
  • Since 2019, teams batting first and second lose an almost identical number of wickets in the powerplay at Mullanpur (2.09 vs. 2.08).
  • Priyansh Arya is considered the likeliest player to make a 20+ score (64.58% probability). Heinrich Klaasen is next likeliest with 57.14%, followed by Shreyas Iyer (54.61%), Travis Head (53.33%) and Cooper Connolly (52.50%).
  • Eshan Malinga has a 52.85% probability of taking 2+ wickets. Harshal Patel (36%) is the next highest for SRH, while Yuzvendra Chahal (35.71%) has the highest probability among PBKS bowlers.

For more such information, check out SPODA AI below, where you can even ask a question.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for PBKS vs SRH: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:

  • Ishan Kishan is one of the form T20 players with 627 runs this year at a strike rate of 203.6. He has a poor record against PBKS, though: 256 runs, avg. 19.7, SR 117.4.
  • Prabhsimran Singh has scored 117 runs in his last three innings against SRH at a strike rate of 158.11.
  • Heinrich Klaasen has struck two fifties in three matches this season. His matchup against Yuzvendra Chahal (30 balls, 56 runs, one wicket in the IPL) will make for interesting viewing.

Key batter picks:

  • Priyansh Arya won man of the match in PBKS’ last completed match for his 11-ball 39 against CSK. The dynamic opener can make a big impact against SRH’s struggling attack today.
  • Shreyas Iyer smashed 82 off 36 balls against SRH last season. He is a strong c/vc option in Dream11, but he does have a poor record at Mullanpur: 5 inns, 27 runs.
  • Abhishek Sharma has an outstanding record against Punjab Kings: 5 inns, 297 runs, avg. 59.4, SR 196.7. He belted 141 off 55 balls in IPL 2025. He also has excellent numbers against Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen (see below).
  • Travis Head’s indifferent form since the start of 2025 has hurt SRH. However, he has a high ceiling, as he showed against PBKS last season (66 off 37 balls).

Top allrounder picks:

  • Cooper Connolly has looked brilliant batting at number three for Punjab Kings, with 108 runs in two innings so far. This includes a crucial 72* on this ground against GT.
  • Ntiish Kumar Reddy has found form with scores of 39 and 56 in his past two matches. He can also contribute with the ball.

Key bowler picks:

  • Arshdeep Singh is wicketless this season, but today is an opportunity for him as SRH have struggled in the powerplay. He has dismissed Ishan Kishan three times in 17 balls (32 runs) and Travis Head twice in 16 balls (22 runs) in the IPL.
  • Vijaykumar Vyshak has been excellent at the death this season. He has accumulated 178 Dream11 points so far. His slower balls can be effective in this day game.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal against SRH: 22 inns, 29 wickets, avg. 23.3, SR 17.6.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Marco Jansen had a bad time against SRH last season, but Sunrisers have struggled in the powerplay so far in IPL 2026. This brings Jansen into contention as a strong Dream11 pick. Same with Xavier Bartlett.
  • Jaydev Unadkat and Harsh Dubey are SRH’s leading wicket-takers in IPL 2026 with four.

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Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: PBKS 7, SRH 17.
  • SRH have won the last four matches against PBKS.
  • Arshdeep Singh vs. Abhishek Sharma (IPL): 35 balls, 60 runs, one wicket.
  • Marco Jansen vs. Abhishek Sharma (all T20s): 48 balls, 98 runs, two wickets.
  • Arshdeep Singh vs. Heinrich Klaasen (all T20s): 20 balls, 21 runs, three wickets.

IPL 2026 17th Match: PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 17th Match: PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

IPL 2026 17th Match: PBKS vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Today

IPL 2026 17th Match: PBKS vs SRH Match Prediction – Who will win?

SRH have the better of PBKS in recent times, but Punjab are well placed to break this run. PBKS to win.

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RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 16th Match

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RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 16th Match

The 16th match of IPL 2026 has the makings of a classic. Two unbeaten teams, who both have aspirations of winning this year’s title, go head-to-head in a Friday night showdown in Guwahati.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) have three wins from as many matches. They’ve blown teams away and also found a way to win against Gujarat Titans. Their opening combination of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a sight to behold, while their bowling attack is performing nicely as a unit.

Their matchup against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has many subplots. RCB have been excellent this season, with their dynamic batting lineup coming to the fore against CSK and SRH. Also, can their powerplay bowlers get the better of RR’s superb opening partnership? It promises to be a cracking encounter between two in-form and quality teams.

IPL 2026 16th Match: RR vs RCB Possible Playing XIIs

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 3. Dhruv Jurel (wk), 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Shimron Hetmyer (OS), 6. Ravindra Jadeja, 7. Donovan Ferreira (OS), 8. Jofra Archer (OS), 9. Nandre Burger (OS), 10. Tushar Deshpande, 11. Sandeep Sharma, 12. Ravi Bishnoi

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 1. Phil Salt (OS), 2. Virat Kohli, 3. Devdutt Padikkal, 4. Rajat Patidar (c), 5. Tim David (OS), 6. Jitesh Sharma (wk), 7. Romario Shepherd (OS), 8. Krunal Pandya, 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 10. Abhinandan Singh, 11. Jacob Duffy (OS), 12. Suyash Sharma

Barsapara Cricket Stadium Guwahati Pitch Report and Weather

RR dismissed CSK for 127 in the first match at Guwahati this season. RR then smashed 150 off 11 overs in the shortened match against MI. Expect good, true batting conditions in this match despite rain in recent days.

Chasing sides have won 13 of the 22 T20s played at this venue in the last five years. Teams are expected to prefer chasing as well. Scores in the range of 180-200 are expected.

AccuWeather forecasts a clear evening during the match hours.

Insights that could shape how the RR vs RCB match will transpire

Below are some interesting insights that could decide this contest, according to SPODA AI data.

  • The average winning first innings score at Guwahati since 2019 is 193.
  • RR have a 54% chance of winning if they bat first, lose one wicket in the powerplay, score 50 runs at the death, and finish with 180. The corresponding figure for RCB is 66%.
  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has a 66.67% chance of making a 30+ score, according to predictive probabilities. Yashasvi Jaiswal is next with 50.73%. Rajat Patidar (48.98%) and Virat Kohli (48.66%) are close behind.
  • Tushar Deshpande (37.50% chance), Nandre Burger (36.36%) and Jofra Archer (36.09%) are considered the likeliest to take 2+ wickets.

For more such information, check out SPODA AI below, where you can even ask a question.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for RR vs RCB: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:

  • Phil Salt found some form in the last match against CSK (46). The RCB opener hit 91 runs off 56 balls across the two matches against RR in IPL 2026.
  • Dhruv Jurel has looked excellent at number three this season, striking at 175.92 so far.

Key batter picks:

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has been a consistent force since last season. In his last 12 innings, Jaiswal has made scores of 75, 51, 74, 49, 70*, 13, 34, 50, 36, 38*, 55 and 77*.
  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits a six every 4.9 deliveries in his IPL career to date. His 122 runs this season come at an eyewatering strike rate of 248.97. The fact he even hit Jasprit Bumrah for sixes highlights his fearless talent.
  • Virat Kohli has scored two fifties and a hundred in his past four matches against RR.
  • Rajat Patidar has smashed 79 runs off just 31 balls this season. Devdutt Padikkal is also a strong Dream11 pick as he has been excellent at number three since the start of IPL 2025: 12 inns, 358 runs, avg. 32.5, SR 163.5.

Top allrounder picks:

  • Riyan Parag has two 30+ scores against RCB in his last four matches (strike rate 148.4).

Key bowler picks:

  • Jofra Archer has a solid record against Virat Kohli in the IPL (40 balls, 47 runs, one wicket).
  • Ravi Bishnoi is the leading wicket-taker in this IPL with seven. Six have come with the wrong’un. The legspinner has a good record against Virat Kohli (41 balls, 36 runs, one wicket) and has enjoyed success against Tim David in all T20s (26 balls, 21 runs, two wickets).

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Jacob Duffy has taken five wickets this season, all in the powerplay phase. Can he get the better of the RR openers? Expect him to bowl back of a length and at the body to Sooryavanshi in particular.
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar is selected in nearly 50% of Dream11 teams. He will be key in the powerplay but has poor numbers against Yashasvi Jaiswal (see next section). Also, he’s conceded 161 off 85 balls against Jaiswal, Parag and Jurel in T20s.
  • Krunal Pandya took three wickets in two matches against RR in IPL 2026. Those were his first wickets against RR since 2019.
  • Ravindra Jadeja has 460 runs (avg. 28.8, SR 134.5) and 26 wickets (avg. 29.4, SR 23.5) against RCB.
  • Tim David smashed 70 off 25 balls in the last match against CSK. He has 109 runs in six innings against RR at an average of 27.2 and strike rate of 155.7.

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Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: RCB 17, RR 14.
  • Ravi Bishnoi’s career record vs RCB: 9 inns, 8 wickets, avg. 37.2, SR 25.5.
  • Among current RR players since 2022, only Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi have struck at over 135 against spin in the IPL.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has smashed 101 runs off 58 balls against Bhuvneshar Kumar without dismissal.
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar vs. Riyan Parag (IPL): 17 balls, 36 runs, no wickets.
  • Ravindra Jadeja vs. Virat Kohli (IPL): 160 balls, 178 runs, three wickets.
  • Jofra Archer vs. Phil Salt (all T20s): 15 balls, 23 runs, no wickets.
  • Tushar Deshpande vs. Virat Kohli (IPL): 16 balls, 32 runs, no wickets.

IPL 2026 16th Match: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 16th Match: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 16th Match: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

IPL 2026 16th Match: RR vs RCB Match Prediction – Who will win?

A very tough game to pick. RCB have the know-how dating back to last season, and I’ll back them to emerge victorious today.

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Sunil Gavaskar lashes out on overseas players’ unavailability in the IPL

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Sunil Gavaskar lashes out on overseas players’ unavailability in the IPL

Former Indian captain and one of the best batters of all time, Sunil Gavaskar, has expressed his displeasure about the overseas players’ unavailability and ‘workload’ during the IPL.

As per The Hindustan Times, the Indian legend was very critical about the situation in his column for Sportstar. 

He said, “To suggest that the franchise was ‘informed before’ is not a great excuse. And ‘informed before’ is how much before the opening day of the tournament? Playing for the country is paramount and comes before franchise cricket, but don’t the franchises, who open not just their wallets but also their hearts to players and often their families, deserve full commitment?”

Kolkata Knight Riders are one bowler short, and their premier all-rounder, Cameron Green, is not bowling due to workload management as he’s recovering from a back injury. Ajinkya Rahane’s “ask Cricket Australia” comment sparked this controversy. 

Cooper Connolly from Punjab is also not bowling while SRH skipper Pat Cummins, DC pacer Mitchell Starc, and RCB pacer Josh Hazlewood are out of the first half of the IPL due to workload management and injuries.

“If the body is that fragile, then rest for 2 months”: Sunil Gavaskar on overseas players missing IPL action

Gavaskar further mentioned that bowling four overs in a game is not too to ask from the players, and they should rest for the IPL if their body is that ‘fragile’. 

“It is also worth remembering that a bowler can bowl only four overs in a match. If they have bowled a similar number of deliveries in practice without issue, what is stopping them from doing so in the game? As a bowler, you are expected to bowl 56 overs across 14 league games over two months and, if your team reaches the final, perhaps another two or three games and 12 more overs,” Gavaskar wrote.

“C’mon, for a generation that keeps talking about how fit they are, that’s no load at all. Four overs in a match, and that too not in one stretch, is too much for the body? Man, if the body is that fragile, then it’s best to give it two more months’ rest, isn’t it?” he further added. 

Gavaskar also went to mention that the IPL is the only franchise where the overseas boards are paid a commission. 

“The IPL has been a cash cow not just for overseas players but for their boards too. Does the average Indian fan know that cricket boards get 10% of the fee a player from their country is bought for? It is not clear whether the BCCI or the franchise pays this commission for issuing the No Objection Certificate,” he wrote.

“No other T20 league in the world pays a single dime to the boards of overseas players. Not even The Hundred, which held its first auction recently. Since four out of six teams have Indian owners, why not milk the cash cow?” he wrote.”

The former Indian opener says the BCCI should consider a ban on players who are not available from the first game except for being on national duty.

“Maybe the BCCI needs to step in and, as they have done by banning overseas players for two years for pulling out after being bought at the auction, introduce something similar for players who are not available from the first game of the tournament unless they are on national duty. This will send a strong message to those who think they can take Indian cricket for granted,” he concluded.

Kolkata weather forecast for KKR vs LSG IPL match on April 9 – Will it rain?

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Kolkata weather forecast for KKR vs LSG IPL match on April 9 – Will it rain?

The Kolkata weather has had an impact on IPL 2026, with the Kolkata Knight Riders-Punjab Kings match on April 6 ending in a no result.

Only 3.4 overs were possible before pre-monsoon “Kalbaisakhi” storms hit, where Ajinkya Rahane’s team were reduced to 25/2 courtesy of Xavier Bartlett’s excellent opening spell.

As a result, KKR now sit second last with two defeats and a no result. Despite the IPL season still in its early stages, KKR need to get moving, starting with their crunch clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Thursday.

Kolkata weather forecast: Will rain impact the KKR vs LSG match?

Rain and wind in the leadup to the KKR-LSG match has raised concerns of another washout. However, AccuWeather forecasts mostly clear conditions with no chance of precipitation from 7pm onwards.

In fact, the hourly forecast predicts clear conditions from 8pm, which can bring dew into play.

In their match preview, cricbuzz also painted a pretty promising picture, also outlining the role pacers could play in the KKR-LSG matchup. Mohammed Shami is fresh of a man-of-the-match performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he took 2/9 off four overs and dismissed both openers.

“The weather prediction for the game, specifically during match time, is largely clear,” wrote cricbuzz’s Aadya Sharma.

“Xavier Bartlett managed to get some early zip from the surface, while SRH effectively employed cutters in the middle overs. The frequent showers may have left the outfield a bit sluggish though.”

LSG could move into the top four with a win while KKR can get their season going with three points from four matches should they emerge victorious.

KKR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 15th Match

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KKR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 15th Match

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in awkward territory. Two defeats and a washout represent a tough start to their season, and while it’s still early, they need to get moving.

Earlier this month, Ajinkya Rahane launched a passionate defence regarding his strike rate. KKR need plenty of passion and desire to get their season back on track, starting with an important game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

LSG are coming off their first win of IPL 2026, prevailing against Sunrisers Hyderabad with two balls to spare. Mohammed Shami’s outstanding powerplay burst set the match up, but the fact that LSG still made tough work of the victory despite being ahead for large parts of the match is cause for improvement.

KKR currently sit second-last while LSG can move into the top four with victory at Eden Gardens.

IPL 2026 15th Match: KKR vs LSG Possible Playing XIIs

According to cricbuzz, Sunil Narine (abdominal injury) trained on both days ahead of this game and should be fit to play. A call on Varun Chakravarthy (hand injury) will be made on matchday.

Also, Cameron Green could bowl in this game.

Kolkata Knight Riders: 1. Finn Allen, 2. Ajinkya Rahane (c), 3. Cameron Green, 4. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, 5. Rinku Singh, 6. Ramandeep Singh, 7. Sunil Narine, 8. Anukul Roy, 9. Navdeep Saini/Varun Chakravarthy, 10. Vaibhav Arora, 11. Kartik Tyagi, 12. Blessing Muzarabani

LSG are likely to stick with the same team.

Lucknow Super Giants: 1. Mitchell Marsh, 2. Aiden Markram, 3. Rishabh Pant (c & wk), 4. Nicholas Pooran, 5. Ayush Badoni, 6. Abdul Samad, 7. Mukul Choudhary, 8. M Siddharth, 9. Avesh Khan, 10. Mohammed Shami, 11. Digvesh Rathi, 12. Prince Yadav

Eden Gardens Kolkata Pitch Report and Weather

Rain has been a constant theme in Kolkata in recent days, with heavy downpours and wind lashing Eden Gardens even on match eve. However, cricbuzz reports the forecast looks mostly clear during the match hours.

In IPL 2025, spinners fared better than pacers on this ground. Left-arm orthodox and chinaman bowlers went for under eight an over. Legspinners conceded 8.50 per over. Pace went for over 10.50.

However, expect movement for the pace bowlers in the powerplay, similar to Xavier Bartlett for PBKS a few nights ago.

Insights that could shape how KKR vs LSG match could transpire

  • Since 2019, teams lose an average of 1.76 wickets in the powerplay at Eden Gardens. We could see high scores if teams lose just one wicket in the first six overs, although LSG have been successful with the ball so far this season.
  • If KKR bat first, lose one wicket in the powerplay, score 50 runs at the death, and make 200, they have a 78% chance of winning. The figure is the same for LSG.
  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi (44% chance) and Rishabh Pant (42.86% chance) are considered the likeliest players to make a 30+ score. Aiden Markram (41.58%), Ajinkya Rahane (40.21%) and Finn Allen (40.20%) are close behind.
  • Mayank Yadav, if picked, has a 50% probability of taking 2+ wickets. Prince Yadav has a 40% chance, while Varun Chakaravarthy is highest for KKR with a 35.13% chance.

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Fantasy Cricket Tips for KKR vs LSG: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:

  • According to SPODA AI, Angkrish Raghuvanshi has a dot-ball percentage of just 30% in domestic T20 innings. The talented batter has two fifties in two completed matches in IPL 2026.
  • Finn Allen struggled against Xavier Bartlett’s swing, so his matchup against Mohammed Shami will be key. That being said, Allen can go big, as he did in the T20 World Cup Semi-Final against South Africa at Eden Gardens last month (100 off 33 balls).
  • Rishabh Pant is coming off an important 68* against SRH. Overall, he has 384 runs at an average of 24 and strike rate of 147.1 against KKR. However, slow starts remain a worry, with a strike rate of 111.96 in the first 10 balls he faces in innings since 2024.

Key batter picks:

  • Since the start of IPL 2025, Ajinkya Rahane has struck 473 runs at an average of 36.4 and strike rate of 147.8. At Eden Gardens, the average increases to 42 and strike rate slightly to 148.
  • Mitchell Marsh also has strong numbers in the IPL since the start of last season: 15 inns, 676 runs, avg. 45.1, SR 159.8. He also smashed 81 off 48 balls against KKR at Eden Gardens in IPL 2025.

Top allrounder picks:

  • Aiden Markram has a strike rate of 171.6 in three IPL matches at Eden Gardens (115 runs). He hit 50 (26) in 2023 and 47 (28) in 2025.

Key bowler picks:

  • Mohammed Shami has been superb in the powerplay, taking three wickets in this phase in IPL 2026. His variations and ability to swing the ball can test KKR, who have lost six powerplay wickets this season.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Nicholas Pooran is having a poor year in T20s. However, he loves Eden Gardens. In three IPL matches on this ground, Pooran has smashed 190 runs off 98 balls (two fifties).
  • Rinku Singh has accumulated 152 Dream11 points so far this season. He has 68 runs off 35 deliveries so far in IPL 2026, making him a good differential pick.
  • Cameron Green has missed out with the bat so far in IPL 2026. But, he bats in the top three and could return to bowling in this match.
  • Sunil Narine has taken 73 wickets in 67 matches at Eden Gardens (avg. 22.9, SR 21).
  • Vaibhav Arora has been expensive, but he is a wicket-taker. Similar applies to Blessing Muzarabani, who took four wickets in his last innings.

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Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 6, KKR 2, LSG 4.
  • Rishabh Pant in the IPL at Eden Gardens: 4 inns, 122 runs, avg. 30.5, SR 150.6.
  • Ajinkya Rahane scored 61 off 35 balls against LSG in IPL 2025.
  • Sunil Narine vs. Nicholas Pooran in T20s: 163 balls, 205 runs, three wickets.
  • Varun Chakravarthy vs. Nicholas Pooran in T20s: 46 balls, 76 runs, two wickets.
  • Mohammed Shami vs. Ajinkya Rahane in T20s: 57 balls, 94 runs, no wickets.
  • Vaibhav Arora vs. Aiden Markram in T20s: 15 balls, 26 runs, one wicket.

IPL 2026 15th Match: KKR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 15th Match: KKR vs LSG Match Prediction Today – Who will win?

KKR are depleted, which makes this a tough ask. LSG are shaping up nicely and look good to win this game.

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New Africa Cup T20 League in Discussion: South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia Set to Feature

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New Africa Cup T20 League in Discussion: South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia Set to Feature

There have been talks about a new T20 tournament, the Africa Cup. Big teams from the African continent are expected to feature in this tournament, with hope of a 2027 start.

According to Cricket Financial Journal, the tournament was discussed in the ICC’s Africa Regional Conference held in Namibia. The aim is to host a tournament with Africa’s six best teams, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. 

The other three teams will be determined through the qualifiers, and the tournament is expected to be held every two years. 

Tri-series with South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia to soft launch Africa Cup T20

The concept is inspired by the Asia Cup and how it has helped the boards involved financially, especially for sides like Oman and the UAE. A similar Africa Cup T20 was played back in 2022-2024, but only associate teams participated, and it was stopped due to financial and sponsorship issues. 

This year, a tri-series between Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe will be played to soft-launch the Africa Cup T20 concept. From next year, three more teams will be added to the tournament. This tri-series, however, may become an annual occurrence. 

This Africa Cup concept is a part of the plan to commercialise cricket in Africa, especially after the Afro-Asia Cup talks didn’t reach any fruitful conclusion. Africa is considered to have excellent growth potential for cricket, with passionate scenes after Namibia stunned South Africa last year an example.

In 2022, journalist Tristan Lavalette had reported about the Afro-Asia Cup where Asian teams made a combined XI against the African teams for a series. It was quite popular back in the day, but now with the franchise leagues and a packed cricket calendar, it has taken a back seat.

DC vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Possible 11 Pitch Report IPL 2026 14th Match

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DC vs GT Dream11 Prediction: Possible 11 Pitch Report IPL 2026 14th Match

Delhi Capitals (DC) will meet Gujarat Titans (GT) in the 14th match of IPL 2026. Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi will host this game on 8th April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST. Delhi Capitals are 4th on the points table, and GT is 9th.

DC have won both games so far. Sameer Rizvi has been their best batter, and his form is a big positive. KL Rahul has been dismissed in the first over of the innings in both matches, but the fact they’ve still prevailed is a plus. Also, Pathum Nissanka showed some promise in the last game. The Capitals will expect more consistency from their middle order going ahead in the tournament. 

Mukesh Kumar and Lungi Ngidi will be their lead pacers, while T. Natarajan has also bowled well in the first two games. Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Vipraj Nigam have been in good form as the spinners. 

GT, on the other hand, have lost their first two games of the season. They lost a tight game against the Royals by six runs and will be itching to open their account in this match. Shubman Gill is expected to be fit and Sai Sudharsan (73 runs) did well in the last game. 

Jos Buttler has looked in good touch but has failed to score big. The middle order is a concern for the Titans, as Glenn Phillips and Washington Sundar have failed to get going with the bat.

Prasidh Krishna has bowled well while more is needed from the experienced Mohammed Siraj. Kagiso Rabada and Ashok Sharma have been decent in the two games. Rashid Khan has looked far from his best, but he’s a quality player, and GT will back him to do well.

IPL 2026 14th Match: DC vs GT Probable Playing XIIs

Delhi Capitals: 1. KL Rahul (wk), 2. Pathum Nissanka, 3. Nitish Rana, 4. Axar Patel, 5. David Miller, 6. Tristan Stubbs, 7. Vipraj Nigam, 8. Kuldeep Yadav, 9. Mukesh Kumar, 10. Lungi Ngidi  11. T Natarajan

Impact Sub: Sameer Rizvi

Gujarat Titans: 1. Shubman Gill (c), 2. Sai Sudharsan, 3. Jos Buttler (wk), 4. Glenn Phillips, 5. Shahrukh Khan, 6. Washington Sundar, 7. Rahul Tewatia, 8. Rashid Khan, 9. Kagiso Rabada, 10. Mohammed Siraj, 11. Ashok Sharma

Impact Sub: Prasidh Krishna

Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

The pitch will be an excellent one for batting. The dimensions are also on the smaller side, so expect the batters to enjoy their time at the crease like they do in almost every other venue. There was some movement for the pacers with the new ball. 

It will be partly sunny in Delhi during the match day, and the weather will clear when the game starts. There are no chances of rain during the game time. The temperature will be around 18-19 degrees Celsius.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DC vs GT: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • KL Rahul has failed in the first two games, but he’s a quality player and the best batter for his team. Rahul will be itching to do well in this match. He will be an ideal C/VC pick as well.
  • Jos Buttler looked in great touch in the last game, where he scored 5 fours for his 26 runs. He is a key batter for GT at number 3 and can score big once he gets going. Buttler is another excellent C/VC choice.

Key batter picks: 

  • Sai Sudharsan scored 73 runs in the last game and made sure Gujarat was in the chase. He’s super consistent and just scores runs for fun. Sudharsan is a good player of spin as well and will be a safe C/VC option for this game.
  • Shubman Gill looked in sublime form in the first game that GT played. He missed the last game but is expected to be available for this match. Gill is one of the best batters in the IPL and will be a must in your fantasy teams.
  • Sameer Rizvi scored 70 runs in the first and 90 runs in the last match. He’s batting beautifully at number 4 for the Capitals and has attacked the bowlers very smartly. He plays all around the ground and likes to attack the bowling. 

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Axar Patel will bowl his full quota and is expected to bat at number 5 for the Capitals. He is a clever bowler and is capable with the bat too. A big performance is due from the Delhi skipper and it might be in this game. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Kuldeep Yadav can trouble Gujarat’s middle order and will be a must in your fantasy teams. He’s bowling well and can pick up wickets in clusters on his day. 
  • Lungi Ngidi has been in terrific form in recent times. His variations have been working superbly for him, and he’ll be a key bowler for DC, especially in the middle and death overs.
  • Prasidh Krishna will be another top fantasy pick. He hits the deck hard and has been in good rhythm in the first two games. Krishna can bowl in any phase of the innings and will be Gujarat’s lead pacer.

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Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Rashid Khan
  • Kagiso Rabada
  • Mohammed Siraj
  • T Natarajan 
  • Tristan Stubbs
  • David Miller

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • The Gujarat Titans have won 4 of the 7 games against DC.
  • KL Rahul vs Rashid Khan (T20s): 59 runs, 3 dismissals in 61 deliveries.
  • Jos Buttler vs Kuldeep Yadav (T20s): 86 runs, 2 dismissals in 61 deliveries.
  • David Miller vs Rashid Khan (T20s): 90 runs, 4 dismissals in 76 deliveries.

IPL 2026 14th Match: DC vs GT Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 14th Match: DC vs GT Match Prediction: Who will win?

The Gujarat Titans are heavily dependent on their top 3 to do the bulk of the scoring, but their pacers have been in good form. If Glenn Phillips and Rashid Khan click, they will be a strong team to deal with. Delhi Capitals are struggling with the bat except for Sameer Rizvi. Tristan Stubbs and David Miller have looked good, but KL Rahul’s form will be a big concern for them. 

But despite all this, Delhi Capitals have quality in their batting depth, and the bowlers are also bowling well.

Delhi Capitals should win this game.

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BCB board of directors dissolved; Tamim Iqbal to take over as BCB president

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BCB board of directors dissolved; Tamim Iqbal to take over as BCB president

It is another eventful day in Bangladesh Cricket. The current board of directors has been dissolved by the Bangladesh government and former captain Tamim Iqbal has been appointed as the new BCB president. 

There were allegations of irregularities during the elections back in October 2025 on the board of directors led by Aminul Islam, whom Tamim replaced. The National Sports Council (NSC) had formed a 5-member investigation committee that investigated the whole case. 

The NSC director, Mohammed Aminul Aeshan, said, “The NSC reviewed the report of the investigation committee, following which it has come to the conclusion that there were significant weaknesses and irregularities in the election process for the formation of the current BCB board of directors.” 

He continued, “In that context, the NSC has already emailed the ICC about the decision to dissolve this committee. At the same time, the formation of an 11-member ad hoc committee has also been announced. The ad hoc committee will be obliged to present an elected committee within the next three months. At the same time, it will be empowered like an elected committee to manage the normal activities of cricket for the same period.” 

Tamim Iqbal to take the reigns: Former BCB President denies all allegations, calls ICC to look into the matter

Meanwhile, former BCB president Aminul Islam has called the dissolving of the board of directors and appointment of the Ad-hoc committee a ‘constitutional coup.’ 

According to cricbuzz, he said, “The purported dissolution of the elected Board of Directors and the imposition of an “Ad-hoc Committee” led by Mr. Tamim Iqbal is a constitutional coup. This action is illegal, ultra vires the BCB Constitution, and a direct violation of the ICC’s rules on government interference.” 

As per ESPNcricinfo, the NSC has no power to dissolve an elected body except under extreme circumstances defined in the NSC Ordinance, none of which exist here.

The “Ad-hoc Committee” is a sham entity. We do not recognize its authority, and we call upon the ICC to immediately look into this matter to not allow this illegal body to function,” Aminul further added.

‘Don’t trust Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer; they are tremendously overpriced’ – S Badrinath

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‘Don’t trust Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer; they are tremendously overpriced’ – S Badrinath

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) invested a total sum of INR 28.40 crores in the last IPL auction for 19-year-old Kartik Sharma and 20-year-old Prashant Veer. Both uncapped players were picked for 14.20 crores each. 

Fans were excited to see both the players in action during IPL 2026 and many experts rated them very highly. Kartik Sharma is known for his brute hitting, while Prashant Veer was labeled as Ravindra Jadeja’s replacement at CSK. 

But IPL 2026 hasn’t started well for CSK, as they lost their first three games in a row. Their top order isn’t clicking, and the bowlers have been very expensive. 

Kartik Sharma has scored 25 runs in three innings with a highest score of 21 and only two sixes so far. Prashant Veer played well for his 43 runs in the last game against RCB, but he’s yet to bowl in the tournament. 

‘Don’t trust these two [Sharma, Veer] playing proper shots and scoring runs’: S Badrinath 

Amidst all this, former CSK player Subramaniam Badrinath has shared his thoughts about CSK picking the two young players for a hefty price in the auction.

On his YouTube channel, Cric it with Badri, he said, “I don’t know who gave CSK the suggestion to pick these two (Veer & Kartik). I will be surprised if they score runs. Even if they do, it’ll be only through a fluke. I don’t trust these two playing proper shots and scoring runs. I think they are tremendously overpriced.”

This has created a buzz on social media as Badrinath’s comments seem too harsh to the fans, especially considering the fact that both players are quite young. Fans also went on to criticise the former CSK player for his comments on the two young players. 

CSK’s at the bottom of the table with three defeats, and they’ll have to turn things around quickly before it’s too late for them in IPL 2026.

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