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GT vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 51st Match

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GT vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 51st Match

The 51st match of IPL 2025 sees Gujarat Titans (GT) against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), with both sides needing a win for different reasons.

GT ran into a Vaibhav Suryavanshi storm a few nights ago, with the 14-year-old taking apart an experienced attack in incredible fashion. So, Shubman Gill’s team will be looking to bounce back to strengthen their hold on their top four position.

SRH travel to Ahmedabad in must-win mode, playing their first game in nearly a week. In their last outing, they prevailed over CSK on a tough Chepauk pitch, but they need a greater level of performance to knock off GT in Ahmedabad in this do-or-die match.

For SRH to prevail, they need more from their top three. Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan were expected to produce the kind of performances that GT’s top order have. Also, the SRH bowling attack must find a way to get through the strong GT top three. The time is now or never.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Ahmedabad pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 51st match of IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 51st Match: GT vs SRH Possible Playing XIIs

Kagiso Rabada could return for this match.

Gujarat Titans: 1. Sai Sudharsan, 2. Shubman Gill (c), 3. Jos Buttler (wk), 4. Washington Sundar, 5. M Shahrukh Khan, 6. Rahul Tewatia, 7. Karin Janat/Sherfane Rutherford, 8. Rashid Khan, 9. R Sai Kishore, 10. Prasidh Krishna, 11. Mohammed Siraj, 12. Ishant Sharma/Arshad Khan

SRH could stick with the same team that beat CSK last week.

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 1. Abhishek Sharma, 2. Travis Head, 3. Ishan Kishan, 4. Heinrich Klaasen (wk), 5. Aniket Verma, 6. Kamindu Mendis, 7. Nitish Kumar Reddy, 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Harshal Patel, 10. Jaydev Unadkat, 11. Mohammed Shami, 12. Zeeshan Ansari

Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad Pitch Report and Weather

Ahmedabad has been a very high scoring ground this season. There have been three scores of 200+ batting first, with two 200+ scores in response as well. The other score batting first was 196/8.

The first few overs with the ball are key with movement available for the seamers. This is where teams need to strike. But, according to ESPNcricinfo, it will be a black soil pitch, so the spinners could have a say.

A hot and clear night is forecast with a top around 40 degrees at match time. Dew is a possibility in the second innings.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for GT vs SRH: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Jos Buttler is in excellent touch and can take down a struggling SRH attack. The GT keeper has smashed 97*, 41* and 50* in his past three innings.
  • Heinrich Klaasen is SRH’s top run scorer this season with 288 at an average of 36.00 and strike rate of 156.62. He has a great record against Rashid Khan (see matchups below).

Key batter picks:

  • Shubman Gill has made scores of 60, 90 and 84 in three of his past four knocks. He struck 61* (43) against SRH earlier this season. Getting through Mohammed Shami early (see matchups below) will be key.
  • Sai Sudharsan is a consistent force in the IPL. He has made a 30+ score in eight of his nine matches this season, including five fifties. Interestingly, the only time he missed out was against SRH.
  • Travis Head has enjoyed success on this ground across formats. His matchup against Mohammed Siraj (5 balls, 8 runs, 1 wicket) is an important one to get through.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Abhishek Sharma remains the top all-rounder pick for this game despite his struggles away from home this season (1, 2, 40, 8, 0). If he gets through the powerplay, he can make a big score as he has great head-to-head numbers against Rashid Khan: 30 balls, 63 runs, one wicket.
  • Washington Sundar is currently owned by less than 50% of players in Dream11 for this match. He can be an excellent pick given SRH have a number of left-handers and he scored 49 (29) against them earlier this season.

Key bowler picks:

  • Prasidh Krishna is second in the Purple Cap race with 17 wickets. He took 2/25 against SRH earlier this season, where he dismissed Ishan Kishan and Kamindu Mendis.
  • SRH have lost plenty of wickets in the powerplay this season, so Mohammed Siraj can be a very good fantasy pick. The seamer has taken eight of his 12 wickets in the powerplay in IPL 2025. He took 4/17 against SRH earlier this campaign.
  • Pat Cummins dismissed Jos Buttler earlier this season and has a decent head-to-head record against him, with three dismissals in 61 balls in all T20s (83 runs).

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Kamindu Mendis offers value with the ball and batted nicely in the last game against CSK, especially against spin.
  • Sai Kishore can be a handy fantasy pick. He has been strong with the ball this season, and GT will look to use him against Heinrich Klaasen, who has been dismissed five times by left-arm orthodox since the start of IPL 2024.
  • Mohammed Shami took two wickets against GT earlier this season and knows this ground well. He has taken 20 wickets in 13 T20s at Narendra Modi Stadium at a strike rate of 14.60.
  • Harshal Patel is SRH’s top wicket-taker this season with 13. He offers fantasy value as he bowls in the crunch overs.

Stats and Other Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 6, GT 4, SRH 1, N/R 1.
  • Rashid Khan vs Heinrich Klaasen in all T20s: 60 balls, 110 runs, three wickets.
  • Mohammed Siraj vs Abhishek Sharma in the IPL: 45 balls, 52 runs, one wicket.
  • Mohammed Siraj vs Ishan Kishan in the IPL: 50 balls, 75 runs, two wickets.
  • Mohammed Shami vs Shubman Gill in the IPL: 46 balls, 57 runs, two wickets.

IPL 2025 51st Match: GT vs SRH Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Possible XIIs, Ahmedabad pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 51st match of IPL 2025.
IPL 2025 51st Match: GT vs SRH Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Possible XIIs, Ahmedabad pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 51st match of IPL 2025.
IPL 2025 51st Match: GT vs SRH Dream11 Prediction

IPL 2025 51st Match: GT vs SRH Match Prediction – Who will win?

GT will win this match.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 50th Match

Robin Kumar Sharma
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RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 50th Match

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will challenge the in-form Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 50th match of IPL 2025. The Royals are 8th in the points table with three wins in seven games. They won their last game thanks to the 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who scored an incredible 101 runs off 38 deliveries. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal has been the best and only consistent batter for the Royals this season. Jaiswal has five fifties and a score of 49 in his last seven innings.

The Royals have also been below average with the ball this season. Jofra Archer has been in good form but no other pacer has bowled well. The spinners have also been ineffective and have failed to pick wickets regularly in the middle overs. 

On the other hand, the Mumbai Indians have been in sublime form as a side. They are 2nd in the points table with six wins and four defeats. MI has won their last five matches in a row and will be eyeing their sixth consecutive win in this game. Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav have been the top performers for MI in the last few matches. 

Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult have been brilliant and the other bowlers have assisted them quite well. MI has great depth in their squad with both bat and ball. In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Jaipur pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 50th match of IPL 2025 between RR and MI.

IPL 2025 50th Match: RR vs MI Probable Playing XIIs

The Royals are expected to be unchanged for this match

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 2. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 3. Nitish Rana, 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Dhruv Jurel (wk), 6. Shimron Hetmyer, 7. Shubham Dubey, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Jofra Archer, 10. Yudhvir Singh, 11. Maheesh Theekshana 12.  Sandeep Sharma (Impact)

Mitchell Santner, if fit, will replace Corbin Bosch in the XII for MI

Mumbai Indians: 1. Rohit Sharma, 2. Ryan Rickelton (wk), 3. Will Jacks, 4. Suryakumar Yadav, 5. Tilak Varma, 6. Hardik Pandya (c), 7. Naman Dhir, 8. Corbin Bosch/Mitchell Santner, 9. Deepak Chahar, 10. Jasprit Bumrah, 11. Trent Boult 12. Karn Sharma (Impact)

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Jaipur Pitch Report and Weather

The SMS stadium is not a very high-scoring venue, but we saw Rajasthan chase down 209 runs under 16 overs in the last game. Dew was a factor but it was more about Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exposive batting at the top. There will be little to no movement with the new ball for the pacers. 

The low-bounce nature of the track here will assist the spinners. Scores in the range of 180-200 are expected in this game. Teams will prefer chasing. 

It will be a partly cloudy day with no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 37 degrees Celsius at the start of the game. Cloudy means dew shouldn’t affect the game that badly.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for RR vs MI: Top Picks/Players to Watch

Note: Try to pick more batters and all-rounders if you are playing on Dream11. The new point system rewards the batters heavily.

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks: 

  • Ryan Rickelton scored 58 in the last game against. He has looked in good touch and will be the best wicket-keeper option in fantasy cricket for this match.   

Key batter picks: 

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has four fifties in his last five innings, with his lowest score being 49 in this period. Jaiswal scored a century against MI in the last season and he has 283 runs against them in seven innings at an average of 47.20 at a strike rate of 175.80 with 2 centuries. 
  • Suryakumar Yadav has been in exceptional form this season. He has scored in every match and has been the best batter for his side this season. Surya has 427 runs in 10 games this season at an average of 61 with three fifties to his name. 
  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi showed his class in the last game. He will look to attack from the first ball and can score big on his day. Vaibhav will face some threat with the new ball against the likes of Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah.
  • Tilak Varma will be a top differential pick for this match. He averages 55.50 at a strike rate of 140.50 against Rajasthan for his 222 runs in five matches. Tilak has two fifties against the Royals.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Riyan Parag will be an important batter for his side. He has looked in good touch in the last few matches, and a big knock is due from him. Parag may also bowl an over or two if required. He will be a must in your fantasy teams.
  • Will Jacks scored 29 runs and picked up two wickets in the last game. He will be a top fantasy pick if Mumbai bowls first as he can bowl 2-3 overs when the conditions will be a bit tricky to bat on. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Jasprit Bumrah picked up four wickets in the last game against LSG. He has 17 wickets against the Royals in just 14 matches. Bumrah has been in good form in the last few matches and will be a good C/VC option, especially if MI bowls first.
  • Jofra Archer has 12 wickets against MI in just six games. He has a positive matchup against Rohit Sharma and he can trouble MI’s top three in this match. Archer will be a must in your fantasy teams.
  • Trent Boult has been mainly used as a death overs specialist by MI in the last few matches. He will bowl one or two overs in the powerplay, one in the middle overs and then one to two towards the end. Boult will be a top fantasy pick considering Rajasthan’s form with the bat.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Rohit Sharma has been in good touch lately but he has struggled against Sandeep Sharma and Jofra Archer in the past. He will still be a good fantasy pick. 
  • Hardik Pandya hasn’t been in the best of forms with the bat and if Corbin Bosch plays in this game then his bowling value will get affected. Pandya will be a top fantasy pick Santner plays instead of Bosch.
  • Sandeep Sharma has 24 wickets in 16 matches against the Mumbai Indians. He picked up a 5-wicket haul in the last season against MI. Sandeep can be a game-changer in fantasy cricket, especially if Rajasthan bowls first.
  • Nitish Rana
  • Dhruv Jurel
  • Shimron Hetmyer
  • Corbin Bosch (Bowling first)

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head to Head: Matches: 31; RR 15, MI 16.
  • Rohit Sharma vs Sandeep Sharma: 44 deliveries, 38 runs, 5 dismissals.
  • Rohit Sharma vs Jofra Archer: 5 deliveries, 3 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Hardik Pandya vs Jofra Archer: 29 deliveries, 35 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Shimron Hetmyer vs Jasprit Bumrah: 19 deliveries, 9 runs, 3 dismissals.
  • Suryakumar Yadav vs Sandeep Sharma: 32 deliveries, 33 runs, 4 dismissals.

IPL 2025 50th Match: RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Possible XIIs, Jaipur pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 50th match of IPL 2025 between RR and MI.
IPL 2025 50th Match: RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Possible XIIs, Jaipur pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 50th match of IPL 2025 between RR and MI.
IPL 2025 50th Match: RR vs MI Dream11 Prediction

IPL 2025 50th Match: RR vs MI Match Prediction: Who will win?

At the moment, the Mumbai Indians are arguably the best side in the tournament. Their batters have been in good form and the bowlers have done a great job till now. Rajasthan, meanwhile, has struggled to get gonig with both bat and ball. They are heavily dependent on Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jofra Archer in both departments. Mumbai Indians to win this game.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 49th Match

Robin Kumar Sharma
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CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 49th Match

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will host Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 49th match of IPL 2025. CSK is already out of the playoffs race but it will be a crucial game for Punjab to strengthen their chances of qualifying.

CSK’s performance this season has been abysmal with the bat and it’s the key reason for their poor performance. None of the batters have scored consistently for the 5-time champions. Now they will look to give a chance to the youngsters, which we saw in the last game. Ayush Mhatre has been very impressive in the two games that he has played till now and Dewald Brevis was excellent in his first game in yellow. 

The bowlers have been in decent form with Noor Ahmad and Khaleel Ahmed leading the pack. Ravindra Jadeja has been far from his best while Ravichandran Ashwin and Matheesha Pathirana have been poor with the ball. Anshul Kamboj has bowled well. CSK will now look to win their remaining games and end the season on a positive note. 

Punjab Kings are 5th in the points table with five wins and three defeats in nine games. Their last game got washed out against KKR. Punjab has been in top form this season but there’s a tight competition for finishing in the top four so every game is an important one for them. 

Priyansh Arya and Pabhsimran Singh have somewhat carried their batting in the last few games. Shreyas Iyer, who started the season with a bang, has failed to get going in the last few games. Glenn Maxwell has been horrible with the bat and Shashank Singh has also failed to make a consistent impact. 

Their bowlers have done an excellent job with Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh doing well with the ball. Yuzvendra Chahal has regained his form just at the right time. Punjab will move to the top three if they win this game.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Chepauk pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 49th match of IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 49th Match: CSK vs PBKS Probable Playing XIIs

CSK may bring in Vansh Bedi and Nathan Ellis for Deepak Hooda and Matheesha Pathirana. Jamie Overton should be in the XII but CSK has decided not to utilise him properly, at all. 

Chennai Super Kings: 1. Shaikh Rasheed, 2. Ayush Mhatre, 3.  Vansh Bedi, 4. Shivam Dube, 5. Dewald Brevis, 6. Sam Curran, 7. Ravindra Jadeja, 8. MS Dhoni (c & wk), 9. Nathan Ellis, 10. Anshul Kamboj, 11. Noor Ahmad, 12. Khaleel Ahmed (Impact)

Marcus Stoinis should replace Azmatullah Omarzai for PBKS

Punjab Kings: 1. Prabhsimran Singh (wk), 2. Priyansh Arya, 3. Shreyas Iyer (c), 4. Josh Inglis (wk), 5. Nehal Wadehra, 6. Glenn Maxwell, 7. Shashank Singh, 8. Marcus Stoinis, 9. Marco Jansen, 10. Arshdeep Singh, 11. Yuzvendra Chahal, 12. Yash Thakur (Impact)

MA Chidambaram Stadium Chepauk Chennai Pitch Report and Weather

The pitch in the last game at Chepauk was a two-paced one and run scoring was a demanding task, especially before the dew settled in. It’s expected to be somewhat similar in this game. It will be a good one for batting initially but will get difficult as the game progresses. 

There will be some movement for the pacers with the new ball and the spinners will get ample assistance. Cutters and variations will be useful for the pacers. There was plenty of dew in the latter half of the last game. Scores in the range of 170-190 are expected. Teams will prefer chasing solely because of the dew factor. 

It will be partly cloudy with no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 31 degrees Celsius at the start of the game. Humidity will be around 70-80%. Dew is expected but it may not be that intense if it stays cloudy throughout the night. 

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

Note: Try to pick more batters and all-rounders if you are playing on Dream11. The new point system rewards the batters heavily.

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks: 

  • Prabhsimran Singh will be the best wicket-keeper pick in fantasy cricket in this match. He likes to bat positively and can score big in the powerplay itself. He got out for a duck in the previous meeting against CSK.  

Key batter picks: 

  • Shreyas Iyer averages 24.10 against CSK in 14 innings for his 299 runs. He has only one fifty against them which came way back in 2015. Iyer will be a must in your teams but you can take the risk of not selecting him as C/VC.
  • Priyansh Arya scored a magnificent hundred (103 runs) against CSK in the last game. He was the difference between the two sides in that game. Priyansh has been exceptional and will be a top C/VC option.
  • Dewald Brevis scored 25-ball 42 in the last match. He has been in excellent touch lately and will be a no-brainer in fantasy cricket. Try him as C/VC in the big leagues.
  • Shivam Dube scored 42 in the last match against Punjab. He has been in good touch in the last few matches and can fetch plenty of points in fantasy cricket on his day. 
  • Ayush Mhatre has been impressive at the top for CSK. He has played his shots fearlessly and a big knock feels just around the corner for him. However, he may struggle against Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh.   

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Ravindra Jadeja has been promoted to number 4 in the last couple of games. He looked to bat positively in the last game. Jadeja will be a top C/VC choice in this match as he has 403 runs and 20 wickets against PBKS in 27 games.
  • Marco Jansen has been in top form in the last few matches. He will bowl in the powerplay and then towards the end of the innings. He scored 34 in the last game against CSK but went wicketless in his 4 overs. Jansen can trouble Chennai’s batters with his extra bounce.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Noor Ahmad has 14 wickets in nine games this season. The conditions will suit him in this game and he can trouble Punjab, especially the left-hand batters in this match.
  • Khaleel Ahmed has 15 wickets in 11 games against Punjab. He has a good record against Shreyas Iyer (see matchups below) and can trouble Punjab in this game. 
  • Arshdeep Singh has 9 wickets in 8 games against CSK. He was wicketless in the last game against CSK. Arsdheep can pick up wickets in clusters with the new ball and he will fancy his chances against CSK’s inexperienced top order.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Yuzvendra Chahal has 19 wickets in 19 games against CSK. He bowled only one over in the last game. CSK has given a lot of wickets to spin this season and Chahal will be a good pick for this game. 
  • MS Dhoni is a potential game-changer in fantasy cricket. He has been hot and cold but he can fetch good points in fantasy cricket if gets going in this match. He averages 38.70 against PBKS at a strike rate of 150.60. Dhoni scored a 12-ball 27 in the last game against them. 
  • Anshul Kamboj
  • Shashank Singh
  • Ravichandran Ashwin (If plays)
  • Nathan Ellis (If plays)

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head to Head: Matches: 32; CSK (17), PBKS (15).
  • Glenn Maxwell vs Ravindra Jadeja: 51 deliveries, 70 runs, 6 dismissals.
  • Shreyas Iyer vs Khaleel Ahmed: 24 deliveries, 33 runs, 3 dismissals.
  • MS Dhoni vs Arshdeep Singh: 18 deliveries, 32 runs, 0 dismissals.
  • Ravindra Jadeja vs Arshdeep Singh: 20 deliveries, 28 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Shivam Dube vs Arshdeep Singh: 18 deliveries, 25 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Shreyas Iyer vs Ravindra Jadeja: 71 deliveries, 63 runs, 1 dismissals.
  • Ravindra Jadeja vs Yuzvendra Chahal: 30 deliveries, 31 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Marcus Stoinis vs Khaleel Ahmed: 15 deliveries, 10 runs, 2 dismissals.

IPL 2025 49th Match: CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Possible XIIs, Chepauk pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 49th Match of IPL 2025 between CSK and PBKS.
IPL 2025 49th Match: CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

Option 2:

Possible XIIs, Chepauk pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 49th Match of IPL 2025 between CSK and PBKS.
IPL 2025 49th Match: CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

IPL 2025 49th Match: CSK vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win?

Punjab Kings will start as the favourites but their batters don’t have a great record against CSK. CSK lacks experience in their top order but the youngsters have been pretty impressive. The conditions will suit CSK’s bowling unit in this match. Toss will be a crucial factor as well. Despite all this, Punjab Kings should win this game.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

“The IPL itself is older” – Twitter reactions to Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s UNBELIEVABLE 101 (38)

Charbel Coorey
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“The IPL itself is older” – Twitter reactions to Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s UNBELIEVABLE 101 (38)

Step aside Hollywood celebrities. As much as you’ve tried to break the internet over the years, none have managed to do so quite like the sensation that is Vaibhav Suryavanshi.

No one could have imagined a 14-year-old would score a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL), let alone the second-fastest in the tournament’s history off just 35 balls. No one could have imagined that this baby-faced teenager would make a mockery of an attack boasting 694 international caps. At 14, life is supposed to be about school, homework, friends and having dreams you’d like to achieve when you “grow up.”

For Suryavanshi, those dreams are being lived out right now. And how.

This incredible talent shattered both records and Gujarat Titans (GT) in one of the most memorable nights in IPL history. With Rajasthan Royals (RR) chasing 210 to keep their season alive, Suryavanshi took it upon himself to own the contest, smashing seven fours and 11 sixes to even raise Rahul Dravid off his wheelchair in celebration. Yashasvi Jaiswal, who reached 50 off 31 balls, looked like a snail in comparison.

Suryavanshi caught the attention of the cricketing world by smashing 104 off 62 balls for India Under-19s in a Youth Test against Australia last year. When RR purchased him in the auction, it seemed very much a case of investing in the future. For Suryavanshi, his time is now and his time could be for many, many years to come given a batter’s peak doesn’t typically eventuate until the age of around 30.

Suryavanshi’s hundred was a joy to watch. The high bat-lift and incredible bat swing. The audacious strokeplay that brings memories of legends gone by. However, those legends of yesteryear could have only dreamed themselves of producing such a performance at 14.

The stats are remarkable. Suryavanshi became the youngest player to ever score a century in a men’s T20 match, surpassing Vijay Zol (aged 18 years and 118 days) by more than four years. The left-hander’s 35-ball effort was the fastest hundred by an Indian in IPL history, and his 11 sixes were the joint-most by an Indian in a single IPL innings, equalling Murali Vijay’s effort in 2010.

If that wasn’t enough, 94 of his 101 came in boundaries, with the 93.06% boundary percentage the highest ever for any men’s T20 century.

Twitter Reactions to incredible Vaibhav Suryavanshi knock

It needs reminding that Suryavanshi is four years younger than the IPL league itself. Fans and pundits, including those who were fortunate enough to witness the greats of the game in their early years, put this effort right up there with the best ever seen in cricket history.

“Vaibhav’s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings,” wrote Sachin Tendulkar on X (formerly Twitter).

Here are some of the reactions to a memorable innings. There is a mix of shock, awe, and humour to digest what was something truly extraordinary.

Suryavanshi’s incredible innings has kept RR alive in the race for the playoffs. Their victory with a mammoth 4.1 overs to spare moves them to six points, six points adrift of the top four with five games remaining.

With this 14-year-old sensation batting like this, anything is possible.

DC vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 48th Match

Charbel Coorey
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DC vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 48th Match

It’s must-win territory for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 48th match of IPL 2025. KKR’s washout against Punjab Kings on Saturday left them in a more precarious position, likely needing to win all their remaining games to have a realistic shot at qualifying for the playoffs.

KKR need consistency. They have been up and down all season, mixing good moments with bad. That was on show against PBKS, fighting back well in their bowling effort to keep the Kings to 201/4 when a bigger total looked likely.

Now, they travel to Delhi to face the Delhi Capitals (DC) who are looking for their own bounceback. DC had visions of beating Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, but they weren’t able to execute in the key moments. The defeat has left them looking over their shoulder, with PBKS, LSG and KKR looking to take their spot.

On a tricky pitch, DC couldn’t quite get going in their batting innings with Tristan Stubbs providing some impetus. How they cope with the KKR spinners here will be key. Also, whether the DC attack can make early inroads will make for interesting viewing. The same applies to KKR, who will want their spinners to put pressure on DC’s middle order.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Delhi pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 48th match of IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 48th Match: DC vs KKR Possible Playing XIIs

DC could stick with the same team that lost to RCB.

Delhi Capitals: 1. Abishek Porel, 2. Faf du Plessis, 3. Karun Nair, 4. KL Rahul (wk), 5. Axar Patel (c), 6. Tristan Stubbs, 7. Ashutosh Sharma, 8. Vipraj Nigam, 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Dushmantha Chameera, 11. Kuldeep Yadav, 12. Mukesh Kumar

KKR could also stick with the same team.

Kolkata Knight Riders: 1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), 2. Sunil Narine, 3. Venkatesh Iyer, 4. Ajinkya Rahane (c), 5. Rovman Powell, 6. Andre Russell, 7. Rinku Singh, 8. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, 9. Vaibhav Arora, 10. Harshit Rana, 11. Varun Chakravarthy, 12. Chetan Sakariya

Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

It was a tricky batting pitch in the DC-RCB game over the weekend. Variations were key, with the likes of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya and Axar Patel performing well.

Delhi has been a true batting pitch dating back to last season. Earlier in IPL 2025, MI hit 205/5 and beat DC by 12 runs. A few days later, DC and RR played out a 188 vs 188 classic. Expect a score around 180 here with spinners and cutters the key.

A warm and clear evening is forecast with dew a possibility.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DC vs KKR: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • KL Rahul is DC’s top run-scorer this season with 364 at an average of 60.66 and strike rate of 146.18. He has solid career numbers against KKR: 515 runs, avg. 39.62, SR 137.33, including 114 runs off 85 balls (two wickets) against Sunil Narine in the IPL.
  • Abishek Porel is having a solid season at the top. He has made scores of 33, 49, 18, 51 and 28 in his past five matches.

Key batter picks:

  • Ajinkya Rahane has been a shining light for KKR. The skipper is their top run-scorer this season with 271 at an average of 38.71 and strike rate of 146.48, with three fifties in eight innings.
  • Tristan Stubbs has been in fine form and is one of DC’s key middle and death overs batters. His 217 runs this season come at an average of 54.25 and strike rate of 164.39.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Axar Patel is a must. Although he has just three wickets in nine games this season, Axar plays a key role with the bat which has contributed to his 591 Dream11 points in IPL 2025.
  • Sunil Narine should enjoy bowling on a Delhi track that may aid spin. He is the top wicket-taker in DC-KKR matches with 27 at an average of 22.67 and economy of 6.73.

Key bowler picks:

  • Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav will be crucial with their ability to spin the ball either way. Chakravarthy has 11 wickets this season, while Kuldeep is slightly ahead with 12. Both are conceding less than seven runs per over in IPL 2025.
  • Mitchell Starc has taken just three wickets in his past six matches. But, he bowls the powerplay and crunch overs which can fetch fantasy points.
  • Consider KKR seamers Vaibhav Arora and Harshit Rana. They both have 11 wickets this season, striking every 16.09 and 15.81 deliveries respectively. Harshit has taken five wickets in both the powerplay and middle overs. Arora has taken three in the powerplay and five at the death.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Faf du Plessis struggled to find his rhythm against RCB but he can go big. Since the start of 2024, du Plessis has scored 1,891 runs in all T20s at an average of 33.8 and strike rate of 151.4.
  • Andre Russell has strong head-to-head numbers against Mitchell Starc (see below). He can fetch fantasy points with his finishing. In fact, he has smashed 375 runs against Delhi at an average of 37.50 and strike rate of 172.81. He also has 15 wickets.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 35, DC 16, KKR 18.
  • Both teams have won five games against each other on this ground.
  • Varun Chakravarthy vs KL Rahul: 46 balls, 45 runs, one wicket.
  • Axar Patel vs Ajinkya Rahane: 66 balls, 84 runs, one wicket.
  • Mitchell Starc vs Ajinkya Rahane in all T20s: 29 balls, 32 runs, one wicket.
  • Mitchell Starc vs Andre Russell in all T20s: 23 balls, 55 runs, no wickets.

IPL 2025 48th Match: DC vs KKR Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs and Delhi pitch report for the 48th match of IPL 2025 between DC and KKR.
IPL 2025 48th Match: DC vs KKR Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs and Delhi pitch report for the 48th match of IPL 2025 between DC and KKR.
IPL 2025 48th Match: DC vs KKR Dream11 Prediction

IPL 2025 48th Match: DC vs KKR Match Prediction – Who will win?

Holding nerves will be key. DC have performed better as a unit and I’ll back them to win this game.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

RR vs GT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 47th Match

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RR vs GT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 47th Match

Gujarat Titans (GT) have the chance to go back to the top of the table against struggling Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 47th match of IPL 2025. GT have been a consistent force, winning six of their eight games to sit comfortably in the top two despite playing fewer games than every other team so far.

With six wins in their past seven games, including a thumping 58-run win over RR on April 9, this looks a golden opportunity for GT to keep the run going. However, RR have shown that they can compete, but getting over the line has proven to be their biggest issue, failing to seal numerous run chases they were in control of.

Last game, RR were on track for victory against RCB, before the spinners and Josh Hazlewood got the better of the them. With just four points from nine games, RR need nothing short of a miracle to qualify for the playoffs, with a 100% win record from here the absolute minimum required to give themselves a chance.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Jaipur pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 47th match of IPL 2025.

ALSO READ: IPL 2025 playoffs qualification scenarios – where are RR and GT placed at the moment?

IPL 2025 47th Match: RR vs GT Possible Playing XIIs

According to cricbuzz, Sanju Samson is still injured. In terms of the bowling attack, Akash Madhwal is a chance to replace the struggling Tushar Deshpande.

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 2. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 3. Nitish Rana, 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Dhruv Jurel, 6. Shimron Hetmyer, 7. Shubham Dubey, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Sandeep Sharma, 10. Jofra Archer, 11. Fazalhaq Farooqi, 12. Akash Madhwal

GT will likely stick with the same combination.

Gujarat Titans: 1. B Sai Sudharsan, 2. Shubman Gill (c), 3. Jos Buttler, 4. Sherfane Rutherford, 5. M Shahrukh Khan, 6. Rahul Tewatia, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Washington Sundar, 9. R Sai Kishore, 10. Mohammed Siraj, 11. Prasidh Krishna, 12. Ishant Sharma

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Jaipur Pitch Report and Weather

The Jaipur track has something in it for the bowlers, especially for teams who field first. The surfaces have taken turn and been slightly two-paced on occasion. Chasing will be the way to go with the chasing teams winning four of the past seven matches here.

The average first innings score in these seven matches is 184. A similar score can be expected, with middle overs bowling key in restricting the scoring.

Another very hot evening is forecast after temperatures cross 40 degrees during the day.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for RR vs GT: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Jos Buttler is a must in your fantasy cricket teams. The former RR opener has been in outstanding form, thumping 97* and 41* in his past two matches.
  • Buttler has an average of 48 strike rate of 188.2 against Jofra Archer in all T20s (51 balls, 96 runs, two wickets).

Key batter picks:

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has provided superb starts in the powerplay in recent games. The left-hander has struck four half-centuries and a 49 in his past six matches.
  • Sai Sudharsan is a consistent force. He has the third-most runs in IPL 2025 with 417 at an average of 52.12 and strike rate of 152.18. He was man of the match against RR earlier this season with 82 (53).
  • Shubman Gill, who scores 90 in his last match, has two fifties in five innings at Jaipur. He averages 59.33 overall here. He needs to overcome his poor matchup against Jofra Archer (see below).

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Despite his disappointing season, Riyan Parag remains the top all-rounder pick in Dream11 for this match. He has made plenty of starts this season, with seven 20+ scores in nine games. He has crossed 40 just once, but the starts and the fact he fields in hot spot positions can fetch you fantasy points.

Key bowler picks:

  • Prasidh Krishna is in top form. He is the second-highest wicket-taker this season with 16. His bowling in the middle overs has been superb and will target a shaky RR middle order. He took 3/24 against RR earlier in IPL 2025.
  • RR are relying a lot on Jofra Archer. He is a must-pick in fantasy cricket. He has dismissed Shubman Gill three times for 10 runs in 15 balls.
  • R Sai Kishore can be tricky to face on the Jaipur track. RR have struggled against spin at certain stages.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Dhruv Jurel has struggled against spin this season (SR 105), but RR hand him important responsibility in the batting lineup. His last four games include scores of 35*, 26 and 47.
  • Mohammed Siraj has picked up 12 wickets in eight matches this season. Eight of those have come in the powerplay.
  • Rashid Khan is slowly getting back to his usual self. He has taken at least one wicket in three of his past four matches.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga has taken at least one wicket in eight of his nine matches so far in IPL 2025.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 7, RR 1, GT 6.
  • Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan have scored the most partnership runs (448) of any pair this season.
  • Prasidh Krishna is conceding just 5.3 runs per over in the middle overs in IPL 2025. This is the best of any bowler who has delivered at least 15 overs in this phase.
  • Mohammed Siraj vs Yashasvi Jaiswal: 38 balls, 46 runs, one wicket.
  • Rashid Khan vs Shubman Gill: 38 balls, 32 runs, two wickets.
  • Rashid Khan vs Yashasvi Jaiswal: 9 balls, 13 runs, one wicket.

IPL 2025 47th Match: RR vs GT Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs and Jaipur pitch report for the 47th match of IPL 2025 between GT and RR.
IPL 2025 47th Match: RR vs GT Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs and Jaipur pitch report for the 47th match of IPL 2025 between GT and RR.
IPL 2025 47th Match: RR vs GT Dream11 Prediction

IPL 2025 47th Match: RR vs GT Match Prediction – Who will win?

GT to win.

ALSO READ: IPL 2025 playoffs qualification scenarios – where are RR and GT placed at the moment?

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 46th Match

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DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 46th Match

Delhi Capitals will take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in what promises to be a thrilling contest in the 46th match of IPL 2025. Earlier this season, DC defeated RCB by six wickets thanks to a blistering knock from KL Rahul. RCB, who are yet to lose an away game, will be pretty confident coming into this match. 

Delhi Capitals are second in the points table with six wins in eight games. They defeated LSG by eight wickets in their last game. KL Rahul, Abhishek Porel, Karun Nair, Tristan Stubbs and Axar Patel have been in good form with the bat. Ashutosh Sharma has also chipped in with crucial contributions. 

Kuldeep Yadav has been the best bowler for DC this season. Mukesh Kumar was exceptional in the last game, while Mitchell Starc has also done well.

On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally broke their losing streak at home as they defeated Rajasthan Royals by 11 runs in a thriller of a game. Devdutt Padikkal’s form at number three is a great boost for them, but skipper Rajat Patidar’s form will be a big concern. Virat Kohli has been consistent as ever and Phil Salt and Tim David have also done well. 

Josh Hazlewood has been exceptional with the ball. Krunal Pandya has also bowled well with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yash Dayal also chipping in. RCB will hope that Rajat Patidar can regain his touch in this game.

IPL 2025 46th Match: DC vs RCB Possible Playing XIIs

RCB is expected to be unchanged 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 1. Phil Salt, 2. Virat Kohli, 3. Devdutt Padikkal, 4. Rajat Patidar (c), 5. Liam Livingstone, 6. Tim David, 7. Romario Shepherd, 8. Krunal Pandya, 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 10. Josh Hazlewood, 11. Yash Dayal, 12. Suyash Sharma (Impact)

There’s no updates on Faf du Plessis’ fitness but he will come into the XI straightaway if he’s match fit. 

Delhi Capitals: 1. Abhishek Porel, 2. Karun Nair, 3. KL Rahul (wk), 4. Axar Patel (c),  5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. Ashutosh Sharma, 7. Vipraj Nigam,  8. Mitchell Starc, 9. Kuldeep Yadav, 10. Dushmantha Chameera, 11. Mukesh Kumar, 12. Donovan Ferreira (Impact Sub)

Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

It will be a good wicket to bat on in this match. The boundary dimensions are on the lower side as well. There will be some movement with the new ball for the pacers and we’ve seen spinners getting some assistance as well. 

Scores in the range of 180-200 are expected with teams preferring to chase if they win the toss. 

It’s expected to be partly cloudy with no chance of rain so dew should not be a big factor. The temperature will be around 35 degrees Celsius at the start of the game.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DC vs RCB: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Note: Try to pick more batters and all-rounders if you are playing on Dream11. The new point system rewards the batters heavily.

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks: 

  • KL Rahul scored 93* runs in the last game against RCB. Rahul has been in sublime form and has a great record against RCB: 733 runs in 16 innings at an average of 73.30 at a strike rate of 146 with four fifties and a hundred.
  • Phil Salt looked in excellent touch in the first game against DC. He scored 37 off just 17. Salt can take the game away from the opposition in the powerplay itself and will be a must in your fantasy teams.

Key batter picks: 

  • Virat Kohli has three fifties in the last four games. He’s been in excellent touch this season.  Kohli has 1103 runs against Delhi Capitals in 30 innings at an average of 50.10 with 10 fifties. He will be a top C/VC pick.
  • Rajat Patidar hasn’t been in the best of form lately but he’s a key batter for RCB in the middle order. The top three’s consistent performance has delayed his entry points in the last few matches. Patidar will still be a good fantasy pick.
  • Devdutt Padikkal has two fifties in the last two games. He has been in excellent touch at number 3 for RCB. Padikkal has attacked the spinners and will be a key batter for his side in this match. 
  • Tristan Stubbs will be another top fantasy pick. He’s looked in good touch and has played his shots straightaway. RCB has an in-form bowling attack and Stubbs will be an important batter for Delhi in the middle order. 

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Axar Patel has been batting at number 4 in the last couple of games and will bowl his full quota. He will bat at 4 if DC goes with the same XI. This has increased his fantasy value. Axar will fancy his chances against RCB’s right-hand heavy batting unit. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Josh Hazlewood picked up four wickets in the last game against the Royals. He has been the best bowler for RCB this season and the go-to man for the skipper. Hazlewood has bowled well in the powerplay and has been equally good in the death overs too. He has 16 wickets in nine games this season.
  • Kuldeep Yadav can trouble RCB’s middle order. He has been in good form in IPL 2025 with 12 wickets in eight games. Kuldeep has been the best bowler for DC and will be a must in your fantasy teams. 

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Tim David has been very consistent in his role as the finisher of the side. You can try him RCB is batting first. 
  • Mitchell Starc has been in good form but he has failed to pick up wickets in the last few games. He will be a good pick, especially if Delhi is bowling first.
  • Abhishek Porel (Bat first)
  • Krunal Pandya
  • Romario Shepherd 
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head to Head: Matches: 32, DC (12), RCB (20)
  • Virat Kohli vs Mitchell Starc: 33 deliveries, 72 runs, 0 dismissals.
  • Jitesh Sharma vs Axar Patel: 15 deliveries, 13 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Jitesh Sharma vs Kuldeep Yadav: 28 deliveries, 31 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Phil Salt vs Axar Patel: 9 deliveries, 13 runs, 1 dismissal.

IPL 2025 46th Match: DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction 

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Delhi Pitch Report for the 46th match of IPL 2025 between DC and RCB.
IPL 2025 46th Match: DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction 

Option 2:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Delhi Pitch Report for the 46th match of IPL 2025 between DC and RCB.
IPL 2025 46th Match: DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction 

IPL 2025 46th Match: DC vs RCB Match Prediction: Who will win?

It’s going to be a cracker of a contest with both teams having in-form batters and a quality bowling attack. Delhi Capitals have good depth and quality in their squad and expect them to edge RCB in this game.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

MI vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 45th Match

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MI vs LSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 45th Match

The 45th match of IPL 2025 is a massive one in the playoffs race. Mumbai Indians (MI) have no better chance than this to improve their awful record against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), with Hardik Pandya’s team on a four-game winning streak. LSG are on a bit of a slide, losing two of their past three matches.

MI have been on fire to storm back into the top four. They beat Delhi Capitals to kickstart their season on April 13, and then they dispatched of Sunrisers Hyderabad (twice) and Chennai Super Kings. However, SRH and CSK have struggled significantly this season, so LSG shapes up as a tougher test.

LSG, who have a 6-1 record against MI, are seeking a return to form for Nicholas Pooran. The powerful left-hander has made scores of just 8, 11, and 9 in his past three matches, which has exposed LSG a little given the struggles of Rishabh Pant and David Miller. LSG need Pooran to fire here with the race for the playoffs heating up.

On April 4, LSG won a thrilling contest against MI by 12 runs. Another high-scoring contest could be on the cards in this day game. In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Wankhede pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 45th match of IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 45th Match: MI vs LSG Possible Playing XIIs

MI look settled. They could stick with the same combination.

Mumbai Indians: 1. Ryan Rickelton (wk), 2. Rohit Sharma, 3. Will Jacks, 4. Suryakumar Yadav, 5. Tilak Varma, 6. Hardik Pandya (c), 7. Naman Dhir, 8. Mitchell Santner, 9. Deepak Chahar, 10. Trent Boult, 11. Jasprit Bumrah, 12. Vignesh Puthur

It remains to be seen if this is the game where Mayank Yadav returns. LSG have used Ayush Badoni as their impact player in the past two games.

Lucknow Super Giants: 1. Aiden Markram, 2. Mitchell Marsh, 3. Nicholas Pooran, 4. Rishabh Pant (c & wk), 5. Ayush Badoni, 6. David Miller, 7. Abdul Samad, 8. Shardul Thakur, 9. Ravi Bishnoi, 10. Digvesh Rathi, 11. Avesh Khan, 12. Prince Yadav

ALSO READ: IPL 2025 playoff qualification scenarios – where MI and LSG are placed

Wankhede Stadium Mumbai Pitch Report and Weather

This will be the first day game at Wankhede Stadium in IPL 2025. Expect an excellent batting surface with minimal movement for the seamers. Spinners could find some assistance in this afternoon match.

SRH (162/5) and CSK (176/5) produced under-par scores in the last two games on this ground. MI chased those scores easily.

A very hot and humid afternoon is forecast in Mumbai. Each team may be tempted to bat first, but chasing may be preferred.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for MI vs LSG: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Nicholas Pooran has missed out in his past three games, but he remains a top Dream11 pick given his potential. However, he has to overcome a poor record at the Wankhede: 9 inns, 149 runs, avg. 16.56, SR 161.96.
  • Ryan Rickelton has looked good in recent matches without going on to make a big score. He has made seven double-figure scores in a row but has crossed 30 just thrice.

Key batter picks:

  • Rohit Sharma has stormed back into form, smashing successive 70s in the past two games. He has scored 80 runs off 59 balls (one dismissal) against Shardul Thakur.
  • Suryakumar Yadav is a genuine captaincy option in Dream11. He has made a 20+ score in every match this season, including 67 against LSG on April 4.
  • Mitchell Marsh is LSG’s second-highest run-scorer this season (344) at an average of 43.00 and strike rate of 160.74. This includes a 31-ball 60 against MI.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Hardik Pandya took 5/36 and scored 28 (16) against LSG earlier this season. He hasn’t been required with the bat in the past two games, so he can be a good c/vc option if MI bats first.
  • Aiden Markram is in fantastic form. He has struck four half-centuries and a 47 in his past six innings. One of those half-centuries came against MI (53). Also, Markram could bowl a few overs to the MI left-handers.

Key bowler picks:

  • Expect MI to use Jasprit Bumrah early against Pooran. The great fast bowler has dismissed Pooran twice in 18 balls in the IPL at an average of 6.50.
  • Trent Boult was back to his best against SRH. His battle against Markram and Marsh will be vital. Also, Boult bowls in the death overs, and can fetch fantasy points with his yorkers.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Avesh Khan has good head-to-head numbers against Rohit Sharma (13 balls, 11 runs, 2 wickets) and Suryakumar Yadav (18 balls, 18 runs, 2 wickets).
  • Rishabh Pant has had a season to forget, but he does enjoy batting at the Wankhede: 16 inns, 430 runs, avg. 33.08, SR 161.05.
  • Ayush Badoni can be a good differential pick if LSG bat first. He has made scores of 50, 41, 30, 28*, 22 in his past five innings, with four batting first.
  • Tilak Varma can also be a good pick if MI bat first. He struck 59 against DC in the last game MI batted first.

Stats and Other Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 7, MI 1, LSG 6.
  • Rohit Sharma vs LSG: 6 inns, 165 runs, avg. 27.5, SR 142.2.
  • Shardul Thakur vs Suryakumar Yadav in the IPL: 23 balls, 32 runs, two wickets.
  • Trent Boult vs Mitchell Marsh in all T20s: 47 balls, 70 runs, no wickets.
  • Trent Boult vs Aiden Markram in all T20s: 16 balls, 22 runs, one wicket.
  • Jasprit Bumrah vs Rishabh Pant: 46 balls, 55 runs, seven wickets.
  • Mitchell Santner vs Nicholas Pooran: 20 balls, 25 runs, two wickets.

IPL 2025 45th Match: MI vs LSG Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

Option 1:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Wankhede Pitch Report for the 45th match of IPL 2025 between MI and LSG.
IPL 2025 45th Match: MI vs LSG Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Wankhede Pitch Report for the 45th match of IPL 2025 between MI and LSG.
IPL 2025 45th Match: MI vs LSG Dream11 Prediction

IPL 2025 45th Match: MI vs LSG Match Prediction – Who will win?

LSG have the batters to cause MI problems. However, MI are looking magnificent as a unit. MI to win.

ALSO READ: IPL 2025 playoff qualification scenarios – where MI and LSG are placed

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenarios – A look at each team

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IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenarios – A look at each team

The race to the IPL 2025 playoffs is heating up, with a number of scenarios possible, as is always the case. Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans currently occupy the playoff spots, with a couple of strong challengers just outside the top four.

Other teams require a miracle, but as RCB showed last season, a strong winning run is possible. Before we look at the IPL 2025 scenarios for each team, here is a look at the number of average league points required to reach the playoffs in a 10-team IPL tournament (in the last three seasons).

Team who finished 1stTeam who finished 2ndTeam who finished 3rdTeam who finished 4th
Average number of points2017.3317.3315.33

IPL 2025 Scenarios – Who will qualify?

1. Mumbai Indians

  • Matches played: 11
  • Total points so far: 14
  • Current net run rate: 1.274
  • Maximum points they can reach: 20
  • Fixtures remaining: GT (home), PBKS (away), DC (home)

Mumbai Indians (MI) have come roaring back after a slow start to the season. After one win in their first five matches, MI have embarked on a six-game winning streak, thrashing teams along the way to boost their net run rate to 1.274.

MI now have difficult games against GT, PBKS and DC to finish the season. However, it also represents an opportunity. Two wins takes them to 18 and almost seals a top-two finish given their strong run rate.

2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 14
  • Current net run rate: 0.521
  • Maximum points they can reach: 22
  • Fixtures remaining: CSK (home), LSG (away), SRH (home), KKR (home)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are enjoying a brilliant season. Their clutch victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) on 27 April was their sixth-straight away win and took them to the top of the table.

They have three games remaining at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, so they will be looking to build on their stunning win over Rajasthan Royals on April 24.

Two wins from their final four matches will take RCB to 18 points. This will be enough to seal a playoffs’ berth, and possibly even top two. Crucially, they play struggling CSK and SRH at home as well.

3. Punjab Kings

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 13
  • Current net run rate: 0.199
  • Maximum points they can reach: 21
  • Fixtures remaining: LSG (home), DC (home), MI (home), RR (away)

Punjab Kings (PBKS) have been impressive for the most part in IPL 2025, and sealed an important win away at Chepauk on April 30.

The priority for PBKS is to continue winning, but boosting their net run rate of 0.199 will be handy too. They have a mix of tough fixtures (DC home and MI home) as well as some a winnable one against RR away. Two wins from their remaining four will take them to 17 points and should seal a playoffs’ berth depending on other results.

4. Gujarat Titans

  • Matches played: 9
  • Total points so far: 12
  • Current net run rate: 0.748
  • Maximum points they can reach: 22
  • Fixtures remaining: SRH (home), MI (away), DC (away), LSG (home), CSK (home)

Gujarat Titans (GT) are in a tricky position after a very strong middle part of the season. However, they play the three bottom teams (RR, SRH and CSK) in their final five games and will back themselves to win all three.

Their game against SRH at home is vital as they face playoff rivals MI and DC next. If they lose to SRH, the pressure will ramp up against those around them.

Going by the averages since 2022, two wins will get GT to 16 points and that tally itself could seal a playoffs’ berth. However, with Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) not far behind in fifth and sixth position, GT can’t afford to get complacent.

5. Delhi Capitals

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 12
  • Current net run rate: 0.362
  • Maximum points they can reach: 20
  • Fixtures remaining: SRH (away), PBKS (away), GT (home), MI (away)

Delhi Capitals (DC) are in a tricky predicament now after losing four of their past six matches. They have a tricky run of fixtures remaining, with their last three matches (PBKS, GT, MI) especially difficult.

Two wins from four matches will take DC to 16, but that may not be enough given the high competition for spots. Taking points off SRH plus at least two of their main playoff rivals can get DC through given these teams will also be taking points off each other.

6. Lucknow Super Giants

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 10
  • Current net run rate: -0.325
  • Maximum points they can reach: 18
  • Fixtures remaining: PBKS (away), RCB (home), GT (away), SRH (home)

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have fallen away after a strong start to the season. They have lost three of their past four matches to sit in sixth with ten points and a net run rate of -0.325.

This net run rate puts LSG in a scenario where three wins from four now looks to be the minimum they need. This will take them to 16 points, and even then, net run rate could come into play.

After losing convincingly to MI, LSG need to pick themselves up quickly. However, they have three difficult matches coming up against strong playoff contenders PBKS, RCB and GT.

IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios: Can the struggling Rishabh Pant find his mojo?

7. Kolkata Knight Riders

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 9
  • Current net run rate: 0.271
  • Maximum points they can reach: 17
  • Fixtures remaining: RR (home), CSK (home), SRH (away), RCB (away)

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in must-win territory, but they are still a chance. They face the three bottom teams in their next three games. If they win all three, they will go to 15 points and potentially have a shot a qualifying for the playoffs by the time they play RCB.

Given teams in the top five will still meet each other and take points off one another, there is every chance that KKR can be in contention if they beat the bottom teams.

IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios: It has been a season of frustration for KKR so far.

8. Rajasthan Royals

  • Matches played: 11
  • Total points so far: 6
  • Current net run rate: -0.780
  • Maximum points they can reach: 12
  • Fixtures remaining: KKR (away), CSK (away), PBKS (home)

Rajasthan Royals (RR) are out. Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stunning, record-breaking century kept them alive, but a thumping 100-run loss to MI a few days later sealed their fate.

With 11 games played, RR can only now reach a maximum of 12 points. GT in 4th and DC in 5th are both at 12, and they both meet on 12 May which means one of those teams are guaranteed to go past RR’s maximum tally.

IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios: Yashasvi Jaiswal has been a shining light for RR.

9. Sunrisers Hyderabad

  • Matches played: 9
  • Total points so far: 6
  • Current net run rate: -1.103
  • Maximum points they can reach: 16
  • Fixtures remaining: GT (away), DC (home), KKR (home), RCB (away), LSG (away)

It has been a season to forget for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who came into IPL 2025 with aspirations of lifting the trophy. They have been thrashed on numerous occasions, culminating in a net run rate of -1.103.

SRH took a positive step by beating CSK on a tricky Chepauk pitch on April 25. They now need to win their remaining five matches, but convincing margins are a must given their net run rate. It seems just about impossible with matches against the likes of GT, DC, RCB and LSG still to come.

If SRH win all their matches, they will finish with 16 points. In this scenario, they will need three of GT, DC, MI, PBKS, RCB and LSG to fail to go past 16 points, with net run rate possibly coming into play as well.

The IPL 2025 playoffs are approaching and in this article, we look at the scenarios for each team and what they need to do to qualify.
IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios: SRH have endured a season to forget so far.

10. Chennai Super Kings

  • Matches played: 10
  • Total points so far: 4
  • Current net run rate: -1.211
  • Maximum points they can reach: 12
  • Fixtures remaining: RCB (away), KKR (away), RR (home), GT (away)

The disappointing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are done for IPL 2025. Like RR, they can only reach a maximum of 12 points. It is guaranteed that the fourth team in the playoffs will have more than 12 points.

IPL 2025 playoffs scenarios: CSK qualifying for the top four would be remarkable even by MS Dhoni’s standards.

KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 44th Match

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KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2025 44th Match

Punjab Kings (PBKS) visit Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in this intriguing, 44th match of IPL 2025. It was arguably the most thrilling game of this season when these two sides met ten days ago. KKR bundled out PBKS for just 111 runs, but Punjab came back strongly and won the game by 16 runs. 

KKR must win this match. They are seventh in the points table with three wins in eight games. The biggest reason for their poor performance is their failure to get going consistently as a batting unit. Andre Russell and Venkatesh Iyer have been below average with the bat and only Ajinkya Rahane has performed regularly. Plus, they have failed to use Angkrish Raghuvanshi properly. 

The bowlers have done a good job till now. Varun Chakaravarthy has been consistent with the ball, while Harshit Rana and Vaibhav Arora have also done well. KKR will be itching to settle the score with Punjab. 

Meanwhile, PBKS have five wins in eight games, and are fifth in the table. Shreyas Iyer has lost track after starting the season with a bang, and this is an excellent time to find his groove against his former side. They have had their issue in the middle order but Josh Inglis has given some confidence. The openers have done a good job as well. 

Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh have bowled well and Yuzvendra Chahal picked up four wickets in the last game against KKR which is a great sign for the Kings. Punjab will look to do a double on KKR in this match.

In this article, we will look at the possible XIIs, Eden Gardens pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 Prediction for the 44th match of IPL 2025 between KKR and PBKS.

IPL 2025 44th Match: KKR vs PBKS Possible Playing XIIs

Anrich Nortje may replace Moeen Ali in the XI for KKR.

Kolkata Knight Riders: 1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), 2. Sunil Narine, 3. Ajinkya Rahane (c), 4. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, 5. Venkatesh Iyer, 6. Rinku Singh, 7. Andre Russell, 8. Ramandeep Singh, 9. Moeen Ali 10. Harshit Rana, 11. Varun Chakaravarthy 12. Vaibhav Arora (Impact)

Punjab Kings are expected to be unchanged.

Punjab Kings: 1. Prabhsimran Singh, 2. Priyansh Arya, 3. Shreyas Iyer (c), 4. Josh Inglis, 5. Nehal Wadehra, 6. Marcus Stoinis, 7. Shashank Singh, 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Harpreet Brar, 10. Arshdeep Singh, 11. Xavier Bartlett 12. Yuzvendra Chahal (Impact)

Eden Gardens Kolkata Pitch Report and Weather

The pitch at the Eden Gardens will be an excellent one for batting. It’s expected to be flat with a very quick outfield and mostly short boundaries. There will be some assistance for the spinners off the deck and little movement with the new ball for the pacers. 

Scores in the range of 200 are expected and teams will prefer chasing. But there was little-to-no dew in the last game at Kolkata which brought the bowlers into play in the second innings.

It will be a hot day in Kolkata with no chance of rain. The temperature will be 32 degrees Celsius at the start of the game and we might see dew in this match.

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

Note: Try to pick more batters and all-rounders if you are playing on Dream11. The new point system rewards the batters heavily.

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks: 

  • Prabhsimran Singh will look to attack from ball one and he will be a must in your fantasy teams on the new points system. He scored a 15-ball 30 in the first meeting against KKR this season.   

Key batter picks: 

  • Shreyas Iyer knows the conditions at Kolakta inside out and he will be a must in your fantasy teams. Iyer got out for a duck in the last game against his former side and will be itching to do well in this one. 
  • Ajinkya Rahane has 271 runs this season at an average of 38.71 and a strike rate of 146.48 with three fifties. Rahane has been the best batter for KKR this season and can score big in this match.
  • Priyansh Arya has 254 runs in IPL 2025 at an average of 31.75 and strike rate of 201.59. He has one fifty and a century to his name. He will be a must in your fantasy teams.  

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Marco Jansen’s role with the ball has increased and it makes him a must in fantasy cricket. Jansen can trouble KKR’s batting unit and he is capable with the bat as well. Jansen picked up three wickets in the last game against KKR.
  • Sunil Narine will open the batting and will bowl his full quota. He picked up two wickets against Punjab in the last match. Narine can trouble Punjab’s middle order and he can score big if he gets going. He will be a safe C/VC choice. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Arshdeep Singh has 11 wickets in 10 games against KKR. He hasn’t been at his best lately but against KKR’s struggling top order, Arshdeep can pick up early wickets with the new ball. 
  • Yuzvendra Chahal has picked up 33 wickets in 23 games against KKR. He picked up four wickets against them and will fancy his chances in this match as well. Chahal will be another excellent differential pick for this game. 
  • Harshit Rana has been the best pacer for KKR. His off-cutter has been really effective this season, and he will be a must in your fantasy teams, especially while bowling first. 
  • Varun Chakaravarthy is another bowler who can trouble Punjab’s middle order with his mystery spin. Varun picked up two wickets when these two sides met earlier this season.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams 

  • Josh Inglis has gotten off to starts but has failed to score big. He may struggle against Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine. Try him in the big leagues.
  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi was sent to bat at number 9 in the last match. He has been in excellent touch and will be a top differential pick in fantasy cricket for this match. He scored 37 in the first game against PBKS.
  • Andre Russell showed some form with the bat in the last game against Gujarat. He will be a must if he’s the third pacer in the side and KKR is bowling first. 
  • Vaibhav Arora
  • Shashank Singh
  • Rinku Singh
  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head to Head: Matches: 34; KKR 21, PBKS 13 .
  • Shreyas Iyer vs Andre Russell: 54 deliveries, 63 runs, 5 dismissals.
  • Prabhsimran Singh vs Harshit Rana: 12 deliveries, 25 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Marcus Stoinis vs Varun Chakaravarthy: 12 deliveries, 8 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Ajinkya Rahane vs Yuzvendra Chahal: 52 deliveries, 62 runs, 4 dismissals.
  • Ajinkya Rahane vs Arshdeep Singh: 21 deliveries, 25 runs, 2 dismissals.
  • Venkatesh Iyer vs Marco Jansen: 18 deliveries, 14 runs, 3 dismissals.

IPL 2025 44th Match: KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

Option 1:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Eden Gardens Pitch Report for the 44th match of IPL 2025 between KKR and PBKS.
IPL 2025 44th Match: KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

Option 2:

Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Possible XIIs, Eden Gardens Pitch Report for the 44th match of IPL 2025 between KKR and PBKS.
IPL 2025 44th Match: KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction 

IPL 2025 44th Match: KKR vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win?

Punjab Kings have done well as a side this season, but they’ll face some serious threats from KKR bowlers in this game. KKR batters have also struggled against Punjab bowlers. This game will be decided on which side can keep their cool with the bat. I am backing KKR to win this game.

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