The 53rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 will witness Punjab Kings (PBKS) taking on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala on Sunday, May 5. Punjab Kings have won four out of their 10 games so far, placing them seventh in the IPL 2024 standings with eight points. On the contrary, Chennai Super Kings currently occupy the fifth position on the points table. They have amassed 10 points, securing victory in five out of their 10 matches.
As both teams strive to break into the top four, let’s examine the predicted XIs in anticipation of an exciting showdown.
PBKS Predicted XI
Prabhsimran Singh
Prabhsimran Singh will open the innings for PBKS in the absence of Shikhar Dhawan. Singh eventually found his form in IPL 2024 and has scored 221 runs in 10 matches. With a fifty-plus score and strike rate of 161.31 to his name, the right-hander will aim to guide his team to a brisk start on Sunday.
Jonny Bairstow
Jonny Bairstow’s recent batting performances have been remarkable. Sporting an impressive average of 35.71 and a strike rate of 165.56, he has amassed 250 runs in eight matches. The English wicketkeeper-batter has even notched a century in IPL 2024 and is determined to challenge CSK’s bowlers on their home turf.
Rilee Rossouw
Rilee Rossouw didn’t have an ideal beginning to his IPL 2024 journey, but he has steadily regained his form. In four matches, Rossouw has accumulated 79 runs, highlighted by a rapid 43-run cameo in the previous encounter against CSK. Having scored at a strike rate of 161.22, the South African international will be determined to make a significant impact against the same opponents in the upcoming fixture on Sunday.
Shashank Singh
Shashank Singh plays a crucial role in the Punjab Kings’ batting lineup. With 288 runs in 10 matches, this hard-hitting batter flaunts an outstanding average of 72 and an impressive strike rate of 169.41. Moreover, Shashank has slammed two half-centuries and remains unbeaten in six innings. He could be the game-changer in the upcoming match against CSK.
Sam Curran (captain)
In the absence of the injured Shikhar Dhawan, Sam Curran will assume the role of captaincy. The England all-rounder’s objective is to ensure equilibrium in both batting and bowling departments. While Curran’s batting performance has been moderate, his bowling has shone brightly, with 12 wickets in 10 matches. He will be eager to make significant contributions with both bat and ball in the upcoming match.
Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper)
Jitesh Sharma seeks to bolster the Punjab Kings’ batting lineup. Despite a subpar performance with the bat in IPL 2024, having amassed only 128 runs in 10 matches, Sharma’s capacity to unleash powerful shots might catch the CSK bowling unit off guard come Sunday.
Ashutosh Sharma
Ashutosh Sharma has enjoyed a sensational debut in his IPL journey. The skilled batter has been formidable, accumulating 159 runs in just seven matches. With a half-century to his name and an impressive strike rate of 189.29, Sharma has shown signs of being a match-winner. If allowed to bat against CSK, he has the potential to amass crucial runs and stabilize the innings for his team.
Harpreet Brar
Harpreet Brar is set to spearhead PBKS’ spin bowling attack in the upcoming match, playing a pivotal role. With six wickets to his credit in 10 matches and an impressive economy rate of 7.21, Brar has showcased his bowling prowess. Along with taking wickets, he is also handy in containing the opposition batters. Additionally, he possesses batting skills and can contribute crucial runs lower down the order.
Rahul Chahar
Rahul Chahar will partner with Harpreet Brar to spearhead the spin bowling attack. His diverse spin arsenal has the potential to outfox even the most seasoned batters, leading him to claim five wickets in as many matches. Chahar heads into this match fresh from a two-wicket performance against CSK and will look to add to his wickets tally against the same opponents.
Harshal Patel
Harshal Patel will be a key figure in the pace bowling department for Punjab Kings. The right-arm pacer is currently the fourth-highest wicket-taker in the ongoing IPL edition with 14 scalps from 10 matches, Patel’s proficiency in delivering deceptive slower balls will be instrumental in both containing batters and securing vital breakthroughs for PBKS.
Kagiso Rabada
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada is likely to open the proceedings with the ball for Punjab Kings on Sunday. His expertise in taking wickets during powerplays and skill in maintaining accurate lengths have led to his tally of 11 scalps in 10 matches, supported by a decent economy rate of 8.92. Rabada will be keen to provide early dismissals and apply pressure on Chennai.
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Arshdeep Singh
CSK Predicted XI
Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain)
CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has been in sensational form with the bat this season. He will enter this match on the back of a resilient 62-run knock against PBKS. Backed by an impressive average of 63.63, Gaikwad has amassed 509 runs in 10 matches. The current Orange Cap holder will aim to provide his team with a brisk start and improve his runs tally by a notch in the upcoming match.
Ajinkya Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane will partner up with Ruturaj Gaikwad in opening the innings with the bat. Rahane has struggled to fire away on all cylinders with the bat in IPL 2024 and has managed to score 199 runs in 10 matches. The Indian batter will aim to produce a memorable knock and improve his runs tally sooner rather than later.
Shivam Dube
Shivam Dube, the aggressive batter, intends to alleviate pressure from the opening pair for CSK. Renowned for his capacity to strike long boundaries and sixes, Dube has accumulated 350 runs in 10 matches. With an impressive average of 50 and an explosive strike rate of 171.57, the left-hander is anticipated to deliver a blistering innings with the bat in Dharamshala.
Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja, the Indian all-rounder, holds significant importance in CSK’s batting and bowling line-up. Jadeja possesses the ability to deliver pivotal performances with both bat and ball as needed. In IPL 2024, he has amassed 159 runs and claimed five wickets in 10 matches so far. He will look to make another valuable contribution for his team against PBKS.
Moeen Ali
Moeen Ali will assist Jadeja in stabilizing CSK’s batting and bowling units. Due to limited game time, Ali has scored 75 runs with the bat and taken two wickets with the ball in five matches. The England all-rounder is expected to be among the runs and wickets soon.
MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper)
MS Dhoni continues to captivate fans and defy age with his formidable batting skills. Sporting an astonishing average of 110 and an impressive strike rate of 229.17, MSD has accumulated 110 runs in 10 matches, remaining unbeaten in seven of them. Dhoni’s ability to maximize runs with limited deliveries poses a threat to even the most experienced IPL bowlers. He will aim to play a pivotal role against PBKS in the upcoming match.
Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell will add depth to the CSK lower batting order. Mitchell has scored 199 runs in nine matches and his strike rate of 131.79 indicates that he will look to produce a big knock soon. Mitchell also has the ability to anchor the innings for CSK and will aim to do so on Sunday.
Deepak Chahar
Indian pacer Deepak Chahar will lead CSK’s pace bowling attack in the upcoming match against PBKS. Chahar’s swing variations and ability to provide breakthroughs with the new ball has guided him to five wickets in eight matches. His economy rate of 8.60 can also be handy in containing Punjab’s potent batting lineup.
Shardul Thakur
Shardul Thakur will assist Deepak Chahar in leading the pace bowling attack. The Indian all-rounder hasn’t been among the runs in IPL 2024 but he has taken two wickets in five matches with the ball in hand. Thakur’s pace variation and ability to generate bounce could see him play a key role in providing crucial breakthroughs against PBKS.
Richard Gleeson
English pacer Richard Gleeson got off to a decent start in IPL 2024 in the previous game against PBKS. He claimed his maiden IPL wicket while maintaining an economy rate of 7.83. Gleeson will be eager to deliver an
effective spell yet again and add more wickets to his tally in the upcoming match
Matheesha Pathirana
Matheesha Pathirana is set to shine in Chennai Super Kings’ pace bowling department. His precision in delivering laser-guided yorkers poses a formidable challenge for even the most aggressive IPL batters. While maintaining an economy rate of 7.68, Pathirana has already bagged 13 wickets in just six matches. He will be eager to elevate his performance further against PBKS in the upcoming match.
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Sameer Rizvi
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