Overview: Chennai Super Kings & Punjab Kings have been one of those teams that have ensured some promising cricketing action in the ongoing IPL edition. In their recent performances, both teams have encountered some unexpected losses. While Chennai Super Kings couldn't reach the high target in the last game against Rajasthan Royals with their robust batter lineup, the Punjab Kings did face a similar scenario to the Yellow Army. Still, they also lagged their bowling by giving the Lucknow Super Giants a way to score the second-highest IPL run chase. This match would be crucial for both teams, especially with the week dubbed 'Payback Week.'
Punjab Kings: The Punjab Kings squad has had a decent stint in the ongoing edition, with scope for improvement for the tournament's upcoming half. By focusing on the bowling attack, the Punjab squad would have the upper hand, and with their swashbuckling batting order, the team could turn the tables in the second half of the tournament. Also, a special shoutout with be given to the batting powers of Sikander Raza, Jitesh Sharma and newbie Atharva Taide; we can see some wholesome batting displays in today's clash.
Chennai Super Kings: After three consecutive and impeccable wins, Chennai Super Kings have maintained a steady position in the points table after the tournament's first half. But, it has yet to be favourable for the squad as they lost their last match against the Rajasthan Royals by failing in chasing a gigantic target of 203. Though the team has a wicket-taking bowling arsenal, they must reduce the leakage of runs, especially when they are up against a set batting lineup of the Punjab Kings. But as Captain Cool Way suggests, this team will not disappoint us and can provide some quality comeback in today's clash.
Probable XI of PBKS: Atharva Taide, Shikhar Dhawan (c), Prabhsimran Singh, Sikandar Raza, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh
Probable XI of CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Matheesha Pathirana, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Singh, Maheesh Theekshana
Interesting Corner:
- Shikhar Dhawan holds the record for smashing the most runs against a team in IPL. (vs CSK, 1029 Runs)
- Shikhar Dhawan won the MoM award for 3rd time against CSK in IPL. He won the MoM award against CSK in 2020 & 2021 also.
Pitch Report: So far, in the ongoing IPL 2023 season, the surface at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, has favoured the batters. Pacers have occasionally made a difference, but it has nevertheless evolved as a hitting paradise. The captain who wins the toss may choose to bowl first.
Venue: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time & Date: 30th Apr, 2023 at 3:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network & Jio Cinema
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