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MS Dhoni successfully undergoes knee surgery in Mumbai

Chennai Super Kings skipper and former Team India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni who was seen struggling with his knee in the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League has successfully undergone surgery on his left knee in a Mumbai hospital.

As per Cricbuzz, the operation went well and Dhoni is perfectly fit. Initially, it was expected that he would remain in the hospital for two more days, but later in the evening, it emerged that Dhoni had been discharged.

Dhoni, who led Chennai Super Kings to their fifth IPL title, had flown to Mumbai from Ahmedabad after the IPL final and consulted renowned sports orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, who is also on the BCCI medical panel and had performed surgeries on a number of top Indian cricketers, including Rishabh Pant.

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According to John Gloster, former India and current Rajasthan Royals physio, who has worked with Dr Pardiwala, Dhoni is in safe hands.

“Dr Dinshaw is a very competent surgeon, particularly for knees and shoulders. We are lucky to have someone of his capability in India. He is a surgeon who would intervene only when he is assured that the outcome will be significant,” Gloster told Cricbuzz.

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan revealed that he spoke to Dhoni after the surgery. “I spoke to him after the operation. I cannot explain what the surgery is about but we have been told it is a keyhole surgery. He sounded fine in our conversation,” the CSK official confirmed.

Dhoni had played the entire IPL season with heavy strapping on his left knee and while he looked absolutely fine during wicket-keeping, he came into bat as low as No. 8 at times and didn’t look in his element while running between the wickets. However, things will be better now as the wicketkeeper-batsman will look to recuperate and rebuild.

The best playing XI of Indian Premier League 2023

The best playing XI of Indian Premier League 2023

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has emerged as one of the most thrilling and prestigious cricket tournaments worldwide since its inception in 2008. This fast-paced, high-octane extravaganza has witnessed some of the finest cricketers showcasing their skills and entertaining fans from all corners of the globe. With a league format that pits ten franchise teams against each other, the IPL has become a breeding ground for outstanding talent and fierce competition. As the league flourished over the years, a plethora of exceptional players have graced the hallowed grounds, leaving an indelible mark on the tournament’s history. Among the countless stars who have lit up the IPL, there emerges a formidable “Playing XI” – a dream team comprising the very best from the tournament’s rich tapestry.

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In this article, we delve into the captivating realm of the IPL and compile a lineup of the finest players, representing various facets of the game, to form the ultimate playing XI of the IPL 2023. Join us as we celebrate the brilliance and analyze the impact of these exceptional cricketers who have left an everlasting legacy on the grand stage of the IPL.

Here’s presenting the best-playing XI from the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League

Openers: Faf du Plessis and Shubman Gill

IPL Stars: Faf du Plessis and Shubman Gill

The Indian Premier League 2023 was dominated by openers. From Yashasvi Jaiswal to David Warner to Faf du Plessis to Shubman Gill, everyone performed exceptionally. The top-scoring batter at the end of the league campaign, Faf du Plessis truly had his finest IPL season yet.  He scored 730 runs in just 14 innings at an astonishing average of 56.15. Faf’s consistency helped Royal Challengers Bangalore to win many matches on his own.

Partnering with the RCB skipper will be the Orange Cap holder Shubman Gill. Gill is in tremendous form. It is best ever IPL season yet. Gill has amassed 851 runs in 16 innings at an average of 60.79 and a strike rate of 156.43. Gill has terrorised the bowlers with his elegant strokeplay. He has scored 3 massive hundreds this season. His ton against Mumbai Indians in the Qualifier 2 is one of the most excellent hundreds ever witnessed by us in the entirety of the Indian Premier League.

Middle Order: Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Rinku Singh

IPL Stars: Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Rinku Singh

The middle order of the best-playing XI of IPL 2023 is filled with superstars and emerging stars. First on the list is IPL veteran Virat Kohli. After showing signs of form, Virat Kohli exploded in the 16th edition of IPL. Kohli was third on the Orange Cap list, scoring 639 runs in 14 innings. “King Kohli” scored 2 big hundreds in this edition of IPL that helped take his team to victory in crucial matches.

Next is World No. 1 T20I batter Suryakumar Yadav. Surya didn’t quite set the stage on fire. In the first five matches, Suryakumar Yadav scored just 66 runs. However, the Mumbai Indians batter turned the tournament on its head. In the next seven matches, Surya scored 539 runs at a jaw-breaking strike rate of 181.14. Surya’s unconventional yet effective shots were a highlight of IPL 2023. His six over third man off Mohammad Shami’s ball is a shot etched in the memory of the fans. In IPL 2023, Suryakumar Yadav scored 605 runs in 16 innings at an average of 43.21. The right-hander scored one hundred against Gujarat Titans in the league stage.

When it comes to the choice of a wicketkeeper, no one beats the impact Heinrich Klaasen had, no matter where SRH finished this season. The South African was the biggest performer for his franchise, with no other player coming even close. Klassen scored 448 runs in 12 innings at an excellent strike rate of 177.07. The right-hander also smashed a wonderful century against Royal Challengers Bangalore to take his team to a respectable score.

Kolkata Knight Rider’s only glimmer of hope in an otherwise disappointing season; Rinku Singh also makes the list. After showing signs of brilliance last season, Rinku Singh got a consistent run of games in IPL 2023. The left-handed basher smacked 474 runs in 14 innings at an average of 59.52 and a strike rate of 139.52. Playing the role of a finisher, Rinku played his role to perfection. The match where he smashed 30 runs off Yash Dayal’s last over is the stuff of legends.

All-rounders: Hardik Pandya (C), Rashid Khan

IPL Stars: Hardik Pandya (C), Rashid Khan

Although Hardik Pandya the all-rounder hasn’t been able to repeat his remarkable IPL 2022 form, Hardik Pandya’s leadership skills were on point. The current Team India T20I skipper won 10 matches out of 14 games to top the Indian Premier League 2023 table. The all-rounder has kept things simple and not experimented during crunch situations. The Gujarat Titans skipper has scored 325 runs in 15 innings. In bowling, he has been off-colour. The all-rounder could only take 3 wickets whilst going for 8.91 runs per over.

Another Gujarat Titans player, Rashid Khan makes the list. Afghanistan’s current T20I skipper Rashid Khan is second on the Purple Cap list. The mystery spinner has taken 27 wickets in 16 innings. Rashid has also contributed with the bat whenever presented with an opportunity. During their league stage match against Mumbai Indians, the swashbuckling batter threatened to take take the match away from Mumbai with a whirlwind of an innings.

Bowlers: Mohammad Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Matheesha Pathirana

Mohammad Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Matheesha Pathirana

Sitting at the top of the Purple Cap list, Mohammad Shami has been in tremendous form for the Gujarat Titans this season. The right-arm pacer has taken wickets at every stage of the game. Be it powerplay or death overs, Mohammad Shami has delivered his best for the team. The pacer has taken 28 wickets in 16 games at an average of 17.60 and an economy rate of 7.90.

IPL’s highest wicket-taker, Yuzvendra Chahal was also in excellent form this season. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, the leg-spinner took 21 scalps in just 14 games to become the highest wicket-taker for his side in IPL 2023. With a best of 4 for 17 runs, Chahal was very economical throughout the season.

Matheesha Pathirana has been the “find of the season”. The Sri Lankan’s deadly and accurate yorkers have been unplayable in the death overs. Taking 17 wickets in just 11 innings, Pathirana average 19.23 runs per wicket and has an economy of 7.72 runs per over.

Special Mention: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Piyush Chawla, David Warner, Mohit Sharma

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Piyush Chawla, David Warner, Mohit Sharma

Mumbai-born Yashasvi Jaiswal brought his domestic form into IPL 2023. The left-hander smacked 625 runs in just 14 innings at a fantastic strike rate of 163.61. Jaiswal was breathing fire in this edition of the IPL. During a match against the Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, he set a new record by scoring the fastest 50 in IPL history, achieving this feat in just 13 balls.

Piyush Chawla, the old willy spinner from Uttar Pradesh, reinvented himself in this season of IPL. Playing for Mumbai Indians, the leg-spinner took 22 wickets in 15 games. Be it powerplay or middle overs, Chawla took wickets consistently. He never allowed the opposition to get settled, outfoxing the batters with his googlies. Being the highest wicket-taker for his side, Chawla was the fourth-highest wicket-taker this season.

Delhi Capitals had a disappointing season. The team could only bag 10 points in the entire tournament and was the first team to get eliminated from the playoffs stage. However, their skipper David Warner performed exceptionally. In 14 innings, the southpaw amassed 516 runs at an average of 36.86 and a strike rate of 131.63.

Mohit Sharma last played an IPL game in IPL 2019 before this season. He was playing for Chennai Super Kings and couldn’t impress the management and MS Dhoni. He was then overlooked by all the franchises. But Gujarat Titans called him as a net bowler in IPL 2022 and he immediately left an indelible impression on Head Coach Ashish Nehra and skipper Hardik Pandya. Mohit Sharma repaid their faith in IPL 2023. The right-arm pacer took 27 wickets in 14 games at an average of 13.37. Sharma was second on the list of Purple Cap, behind his Gujarat Titans teammate Mohammad Shami.

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Breaking: MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings are IPL champions!!!

In a night full of thrills and chills, Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings lifted the IPL trophy for the fifth time after defeating defending champions Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets. The victory made CSK go on level with Mumbai Indians who have also won the prestigious trophy 5 times.

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Coming to the match, Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to field. Despite the tough bowling conditions, Chennai’s bowlers found it hard to break through Gujarat’s batting order. Tamil Nadu-born Sai Sudharshan was the highest score for the defending champions; scoring 96 runs off 47 balls. Sudharshan’s clever batting enabled Gujarat Titans to breach the 200-run mark.

The second innings was marred with rain. After a couple of hours of rain intermission, play began with revised conditions. Chennai Super Kings needed 171 runs off 15 overs. Although CSK were on track, they lost wickets on regular intervals. However, Shivam Dube; who’s been a totally different player this season found able partners in Ambati Rayudu and Ravindra Jadeja to win the game for his team.

Ravindra Jadeja who hit the winning runs was seen celebrating in front of his home crowd. In a post-match interview, he stated, “Feeling amazing winning fifth title in front of my home crowd. They’ve come in big numbers to support CSK. This crowd has been amazing. They were waiting for rain to stop till late night. Want to say big congratulations to CSK fans. Want to dedicate this win to one of the special members of our team – MS Dhoni.”

Losing skipper Hardik Pandya was full of praise for his team. He said, ” I think we tick a lot of boxes as a team. We play with a lot of heart, really proud of the way we kept fighting. We have a motto – we win together, we lose together. I’m not going to make excuses, CSK played the better cricket.”

The 16th edition of IPL has truly been a remarkable one. While Shubman Gill (890 runs) won the Orange Cap, his teammate Mohammad Shami (28 wickets) took home the Purple Cap. Young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal won the Emerging Player of the Tournament. The left-hander made 625 runs at a strike rate of 164. Rashid Khan won the award for Catch of the Season, for his catch of Kyle Mayers in the GT vs LSG game. In addition, Delhi Capitals won the Fairplay Award.

That’s it for this edition of IPL. Which was your favourite moment from this season? Drop your answers in the comment box.

Hardik Pandy in GT's Jersey & M.S.Dhoni in CSK's Jersey Both are together

IPL 2023 Final CSK vs GT: Predicted lineups, Match Venue, Timings, Pitch Report & Dream11 prediction

52 days. Over 70 games. And we have our two finalists. 4-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings and 2022 IPL champs Gujarat Titans. The two in-form teams will be squaring off against each other at the IPL 2023 Final to be played tomorrow at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Although the two teams have clashed thrice this season, with Chennai having the upper hand. It won’t matter much for both teams as they would like to erase the past and focus on the final and most important game of the season.

Chennai Super Kings, who have made it a habit to qualify for the finals of the Indian Premier League; reached their 10th final under the leadership of Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The Chennai-based franchise is in top form; both batting and bowling. Devon Conway and Ruturaj Gaikwad are in tremendous form. While Ajinkya Rahane and Shivam Dube are providing the late impetus required to finish the innings with a flourish. In the bowling department, Tushar Deshpande has been a revelation. He is the top wicket-taker for the side, with 21 scalps in just 15 games. Ravindra Jadeja and Matheesha Pathirana have also contributed a lot to the bowling department. Overall, Chennai Super Kings looks like a formidable side that is raring to lift their 5th IPL trophy.

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Making them stop will be the duty of Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans job. The side that lost Qualifier 1 came back strongly to defeat the Mumbai Indians in the Qualifier 2 to reach the second consecutive IPL final. The team has all the bases covered. While bowling looks like their strongest suit, their batting has been single-handedly been taken care of by Team India’s new batting sensation Shubman Gill. The right-hander has amassed 851 runs in 16 innings at an astonishing average of 60.79. In the bowling department, the team will be relying on Purple Cap holder Mohammad Shami, second-placed Rashid Khan and veteran bowler Mohit Sharma.

Both teams will be ready to face off once more and lift the trophy for their team. But who will it be? Will Chennai become champion for the 5th time? Or will Gujarat be able to defend its crown? Comment your answers in the comment box below.

CSK vs GT: Everything you need to know about the IPL 2023 Final

What is the predicted playing XI of Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans for the IPL 2023 Final?

It’s the final and both teams won’t be tinkering much with their winning combination.

The expected lineup for Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans will be as follows:

Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane, Ambati Rayudu, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (C & wk), Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande and Matheesha Pathirana.

Impact Players: Maheesh Theekshana, Akash Singh and Mitchell Santner

The expected lineup for Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings will be as follows:

Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), B Sai Sudharshan, Hardik Pandya (C), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Shami and Mohit Sharma

Impact Players: Vijay Shankar, R Sai Kishore, and Jayant Yadav

When is the CSK vs GT IPL 2023 Final happening?

The IPL 2023 Final is happening on Sunday, 28th May.

Where is CSK vs GT IPL 2023 Final happening?

The IPL 2023 Final between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans is happening on Gujarat’s home ground; Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. It is India’s largest cricket stadium and probably one of the world’s biggest sports stadiums.

What is the pitch report for the CSK vs GT IPL 2023 Final?

The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium has so far been batting-friendly, but it has also given new ball bowlers a little help. The fast bowlers will benefit from a helpful bowling pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The surface has more bounce than in previous matches, and the quick bowlers have exploited this to the fullest extent. Players who hit the deck strongly tend to grab more wickets. As we saw in Qualifier 2, the surface is absolutely best for batters and the batters from both teams will look to make the most of it.

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Where to watch the IPL 2023 Final CSK vs GT?

The IPL 2023 Final Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans will be telecasted on Jio Cinema and Star Sports channels.

What is the average score on the Narendra Modi Stadium?

In the IPL, the average first-inning score is 168, while the average second-inning score is 155. But in 2023, batting first resulted in an average score of 187.

What is the head-to-head score between CSK and GT?

Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans have faced each other 4 times in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat has won 3 games while Chennai has one game to its name.

Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans: Dream11 prediction

Wicket-keeper: Wriddhiman Saha, Devon Conway

Batters: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shubman Gill, David Miller

All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya

Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Rashid Khan, Deepak Chahar

CSK vs GT Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain

For Small League, Head-to-Head contests: Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad

For Grand League: Mohammed Shami, Devon Conway

IPL X Avengers: Which IPL star resemebles your favourite Avenger?

IPL X Avengers: Which IPL star resemebles your favourite Avenger?

Hold on to your cricket bats and prepare for a thrilling crossover like no other! In a fascinating twist, the exhilarating world of the Indian Premier League (IPL) merges with the epic universe of Marvel’s Avengers. Brace yourself for an extraordinary spectacle as we unveil a captivating lineup of IPL superstars who bear an astonishing resemblance to the beloved heroes from the Marvel franchise.

These cricketers aren’t just masters of the game; they possess an undeniable aura that mirrors the extraordinary powers and personalities of Earth’s mightiest heroes. Get ready to embark on a riveting journey where cricket meets superhero fandom, as we unravel the striking parallels between IPL’s finest and the iconic Avengers.

Prepare to be amazed as we witness the birth of an unforgettable alliance that transcends boundaries and captivates the hearts of fans worldwide!

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Top IPL stars who resemble your favourite Avengers

MS Dhoni as Captain America

IPL X Avengers MS Dhoni as Captain America

Mahendra Singh Dhoni like Captain America, is a symbol of deter mination, discipline, and unwavering spirit. He leads by example and inspires his team to give their best. Dhoni’s calm and composed approach,  passion, and commitment to the game mirror Captain America’s unwavering dedication to justice and doing what is right.

Virat Kohli as Iron Man

IPL X Avengers Virat Kohli as Iron Man

Just like Iron Man, Virat Kohli is known for his charisma, leadership skills, and ability to handle pressure situations. He has been a game-changer for the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Indian national team, just like Iron Man is a key member of the Avengers.

Rishabh Pant as Spider-Man

IPL X Avengers Rishabh Pant as Spider-Man

Rishabh Pant’s agility, speed, and unorthodox batting make him a perfect match for Spider-Man. He can bat according to the situation and has the ability to surprise the bowlers with his unorthodox shots, just like Spider-Man surprises his enemies with his agility and quick reflexes.

Rohit Sharma as Thor

IPL X Avengers Rohit Sharma as Thor

Rohit Sharma’s thunderous batting makes him like Thor, the God of Thunder. When Sharma is on song, he can destroy any bowling attack with ease just like Thor does to his enemies (Remember, Avengers: Endgame?).

Jasprit Bumrah as Hawkeye

IPL X Avengers Jasprit Bumrah as Hawkeye

Jasprit Bumrah’s precision and accuracy in his bowling, especially when it comes to bowling those deadly yorkers, resemble Hawkeye’s exceptional marksmanship. Just like Hawkeye is known for his ability to hit targets with pinpoint accuracy, Jasprit Bumrah is renowned for his on-point bowling.

Kieron Pollard as Black Panther

IPL X Avengers Kieron Pollard as Black Panther

Kieron Pollard’s agility, reflexes, and ability to pounce on the ball in the field are reminiscent of Black Panther’s feline grace and lightning-fast reflexes. Pollard’s attacking batting style and the way he swiftly adapts to different game situations make him a fitting comparison to the agile and powerful Black Panther.

AB de Villiers as Doctor Strange

IPL X Avengers AB de Villiers as Doctor Strange

AB de Villiers is the “Doctor” of modern-day white ball cricket. AB de Villiers’  batting technique and ability to adapt to different situations are reminiscent of Doctor Strange’s mastery of the mystic arts. de Villiers’ ability to manipulate the game and find unconventional solutions, much like Doctor Strange’s ability to manipulate reality, make this comparison fitting.

Suresh Raina as Bucky Barnes aka Winter Soldier

IPL X Avengers Suresh Raina as Bucky Barnes aka Winter Soldier

Just like Winter Soldier is the yin to Captain America’s yang, Suresh Raina is the perfect foil to his Chennai Super Kings’ teammate Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Raina’s intimidating presence and ability to dismantle bowling attacks, similar to Winter Soldier’s lethal combat skills, make this comparison appropriate.

Ravindra Jadeja as Falcon aka Sam Wilson

IPL X Avengers Ravindra Jadeja as Falcon aka Sam Wilson

Ravindra Jadeja is the X-factor of Chennai Super Kings. Jadeja’s ability to fly under the radar and surprise the opposition with his spin bowling and dynamic batting resemble Falcon’s agility and ability to soar through the skies. Jadeja’s knack for providing breakthroughs with his spin and his ability to contribute with the bat make this comparison suitable.

Ishan Kishan as Ant-man aka Scott Lang

IPL X Avengers Ishan Kishan as Ant-man aka Scott Lang

Ishan Kishan, fondly called “Pocket Dynamo” is a living example of Ant-man aka Scott Lang. Kishan’s ability to pack a punch despite his small stature and his knack for surprising opponents with his explosive hitting are akin to Ant-Man’s ability to shrink and still pack a powerful punch. Kishan’s versatility with both batting and wicketkeeping, just like Ant-Man’s ability to switch between sizes, makes this comparison interesting.

Which IPL star would you like to see as your favourite Avenger? Drop your answers in the comment section.

Mumbai Indians' players celebrate after the dismissal of Gujarat Titans' Vijay Shankar (not pictured) during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between MI vs GT at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

IPL Qualifier 2 GT vs MI: Expected lineups, Match Timings, Venue and Dream11 Predictions

Two strong teams will be going head-to-head in the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2. Defending champions Gujarat Titans, who are coming on the back of a defeat to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1 will be clashing against 5-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians. The Men in Blue and Gold have qualified for the match after defeating Lucknow Super Giants in the Eliminator match played yesterday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Mumbai Indians will be coming into the match with a lot of confidence. After outsmarting the Lucknow-based franchisee in both departments, Mumbai will be looking to do the same against Gujarat Titans. Their batting looks the strongest with Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Cameron Green, Tilak Varma, Nehal Wadhera, and Tim David all firing on all cylinders.

Their bowling looks a bit bleak. However, Akash Madhwal’s meteoric rise has given a new lease of life to Mumbai Indians’ pace department. They also have bankable stars like Piyush Chawla, who is having a phenomenal season, and Jason Behrendorff. The Mumbai-based franchise has peaked at the right time and seems unbeatable in its current form.

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Gujarat Titans are the defending champions. And they have proved why they are so. The Hardik Pandya-led side has repeated last season’s feat by topping the Indian Premier League table. However, they lost their track a bit after facing a massive defeat by Chennai Super Kings in the first Qualifier.

But not to worry. The team will bounce back and give a tough fight to Mumbai Indians. Their star batter Shubman Gill is at an all-time high, while their bowlers are backing the batters with some sharp and intelligent bowling. Team India pacer Mohammad Shami leads the charts for Purple Cap. The right-arm pacer has taken 26 wickets in 15 matches. The second position is occupied by his teammate Rashid Khan with 25 picks from 15 matches.

The IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 will be a mouth-watering clash as both teams will be raring to go at each other. Want to know what will be the expected lineups, match timings, venue, pitch report, and Dream11 prediction? Read this article till the end.

Everything you should know about IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI

Where is the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI happening?

The IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI is happening at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

When is the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI?

The IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI is on 26th May, 7:30 PM onwards.

What is the predicted lineup for the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI?

One team is coming off a massive win while the other team is coming off a defeat. Both the teams, i.e. Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians won’t be looking to tinker with the playing XI and will be fielding the same players who played the previous game.

The expected lineup for Gujarat Titans will be:

Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Hardik Pandya (c), Dasun Shanaka, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Darshan Nalkande, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad, Mohammed Shami

Impact Players: Vijay Shankar, Joshua Little and Abhinav Manohar

The expected lineup for Mumbai Indians will be:

Rohit Sharma (C), Ishan Kishan (wk), Cameron Green, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Tim David, Piyush Chawla, Hrithik Shokeen, Jason Behrendorff, Chris Jordan and Akash Madhwal.

Impact Players: Nehal Wadhera, Vishnu Vinod and Arshad Khan

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What is the pitch report for the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI?

The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium has so far been batting-friendly, but it has also given new ball bowlers a little help. The fast bowlers will benefit from a helpful bowling pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The surface has more bounce than in previous matches, and the quick bowlers have exploited this to the fullest extent. Players who hit the deck strongly tend to grab more wickets.

Where to watch the IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 GT vs MI?

The IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians will be telecasted on Jio Cinema and Star Sports channels.

What is the average score on the Narendra Modi Stadium?

In the IPL, the average first-inning score is 168, while the average second-inning score is 155. But in 2023, batting first resulted in an average score of 187.

What is the head-to-head score between GT and MI?

The two teams have faced each other thrice in the IPL. In IPL 2023, the teams have clashed twice with both the teams winning one game respectively. The overall head-to-head score is 2-1 with Mumbai leading.

Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians: Dream11 prediction

Wicketkeepers: Wriddhiman Saha, Ishan Kishan

Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (vc), Shubman Gill, Nehal Wadhera

All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Cameron Green

Bowlers: Piyush Chawla, Mohammed Shami, Rashid Khan (c)

 

So that’s it. Which team will come triumph and face Chennai Super Kings in the 2023 IPL final?? Drop your comments and let us know.

Akash Madhwal with Mumbai Indians Team

Madhwal’s deadly bowling powers Mumbai Indians to IPL Qualifier 2

Mumbai Indians have won yet another IPL playoffs match. After qualifying for the knockout stages on the last day, Mumbai Indians have made sure they show what their favourite team is capable of doing. The Men in Blue and Gold defeated Lucknow Super Giants by a massive margin of 81 runs in the Eliminator to qualify for the next stage.

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Electing to bat first, Mumbai had a bad start; losing both the openers in the powerplay. However, World Number 1 T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav and Cameron Green stitched together a wonderful partnership to steady their ship. But, the ship sunk as Afghanistan’s Naveen-ul-Haq dismissed both set batters in one over.

Tilak Varma and Nehal Wadhera then took over the scoring duties and ensured the team gets to a par score. With some intelligent batting, Mumbai Indians reached 182/8 in their 20 overs.

Lucknow never seemed to be in the chase. Mumbai Indians find Akash Madhwal dismantled their batting lineup. The Uttarakhand-based bowler took 5 wickets for just 5 runs. In the process, Madhwal registered the best figures in the IPL playoffs. Also, he registered the joint-first most economical five-for in the Indian Premier League.

With this win, Mumbai Indians will be facing the Gujarat Titans in the Qualifier 2. The two teams will be facing each other at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on 26th May.

IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI: Predicted lineups, Match timings, Venue and Dream11 prediction

IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI: Predicted lineups, Match timings, Venue and Dream11 prediction

Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians will be facing each other in the Eliminator happening on 24th May at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. While the 5-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians will be looking to add one more trophy to their cabinet. Lucknow Super Giants will be trying to carve their name into IPL history.

Lucknow Super Giants has an upper hand over Mumbai Indians as the team has defeated the Mumbai-based on all three occasions when the two teams have clashed with each other. However, Mumbai Indians will be looking to forget the past and think of this match as a new opportunity.

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Both teams are stacked with match-winners. While Mumbai Indians have one of the most dangerous batting lineups, with Suryakumar Yadav getting back in form at the right time. Fellow batters Ishan Kishan, Cameron Green, Nehal Wadhera, and Tilak Varma have also fired whenever an opportunity was presented. However, their bowling lacks the punch. Mumbai are dearly missing the services of their star bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Jofra Archer. But Piyush Chawla, one of the most inexperienced IPL spinners has come to party as the leg-spinner has taken 20 wickets from 14 games.

For Lucknow Super Giants, there have been different match winners for every match. Although they will miss the services of regular skipper KL Rahul, the team has seen different match winners in different matches. From Marcus Stoinis to Kyle Mayers to Nicholas Pooran, the Lucknow-based franchisee has seen players take responsibility and win matches. In the bowling department, Ravi Bishnoi has been their standout performer. Bishnoi has found able support in Yash Thakur, Mark Wood, and stand-in skipper Krunal Pandya.

In this article, we will be having a look at the predicted lineups, IPL fantasy tips, match timings, and Dream11 prediction.

Everything you should know about IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI

Where is the IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI happening?

The IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs CSK is happening in MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

When is the IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI?

The IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI is on 24th May, 7:30 PM onwards.

What is the predicted lineup for the IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI?

Since this is a knockout game, both teams won’t be changing their playing XI. It is expected that both the teams will be playing the same eleven that played in the last game.

The expected lineup for Lucknow Super Giants will be as follows:

Quinton de Kock (wk), Karan Sharma, Prerak Mankad, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya (C), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Krishnappa Gowtham, Ravi Bishnoi, Naveen ul-Haq and Yash Thakur.

Impact Players: Kyle Mayers, Mohsin Khan, Amit Mishra

The expected lineup for Mumbai Indians will be as follows:

Rohit Sharma (C), Ishan Kishan (wk), Cameron Green, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Tim David, Piyush Chawla, Kumar Kartikeya, Jason Behrendorff, Chris Jordan and Akash Madhwal.

Impact Players: Nehal Wadhera, Vishnu Vinod and Hrithik Shokeen

What is the pitch report for the IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI?

The IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI will be played on the same track where the Qualifier 1 GT vs CSK is played. The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai favours spinners. So, both teams will be trying to field as many spinners as they can and restrict the flow of runs. For Mumbai Indians, the spin duo of Piyush Chawla and Kumar Kartikeya will be an important cog for the 5-time champions. While Ravi Bishnoi will be the X-factor for Lucknow Super Giants.

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Where to watch the IPL 2023 Eliminator LSG vs MI?

The IPL 2023 Eliminator Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians will be telecasted on Jio Cinema and Star Sports channels.

What is the average score on MA Chidambaram Stadium?

In IPL 2023, the average score went up as compared to the previous editions. While batting first, the average score was 217. And the average team total while batting second was 215. Teams who have batted first have won thrice while the teams who have batted second have won four times.

What is the head-to-head score between LSG and MI?

Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians have faced each other thrice in the Indian Premier League. The Lucknow-based franchisee has won on all three occasions.

Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians: Dream11 prediction

Wicket-keepers: Ishan Kishan and Quinton de Kock

Batters: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Nicholas Pooran

All-rounders: Cameron Green, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya

Bowlers: Piyush Chawla, Ravi Bishnoi, Jason Behrendorff

LSG vs MI Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain

For Small League, Head-to-Head contests: Piyush Chawla, Marcus Stoinis

For Grand League: Ravi Bishnoi, Suryakumar Yadav

Hardik Pandy in GT's Jersey & M.S.Dhoni in CSK's Jersey Both are together

IPL Qualifier 1 GT vs CSK: Predicted lineups, Match timings, Venue and Dream11 prediction

The league stage of the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League is complete and we have our final four who will battle for the prestigious IPL trophy. Gujarat Titans, Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and Mumbai Indians are the four teams who have qualified for the playoffs.

The top spot is held by Gujarat Titans, who have won 10 matches out of the 14 games. Chennai Super Kings are comfortably placed in the second position with 8 wins out of 14 matches. GT vs CSK will be our Qualifier 1 which will be played tomorrow at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium.

Gujarat Titans, who are the defending champions will be looking to repeat the feat. The team is very balanced with both bowling and batting departments firing in unison. Shubman Gill, their highest run-getter is looking in dangerous form. He has amassed 680 runs in just 14 matches. The right-hander is second on the Orange Cap list; behind Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis. Gujarat Titans also have Mohammad Shami at their disposal. The pacer is breathing fire as he is the current Purple Cap holder. The right-arm fast bowler has taken 24 wickets at an average of 17.62.

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On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings are matching Gujarat Titans in every department. Their top order is in amazing form as the opening duo of Devon Conway and Ruturaj Gaikwad have individually scored over 500 runs respectively. They have been ably supported by counter-attacking batsman Shivam Dube, who has been a revelation this season. Team India stalwart Ajinkya Rahane has revolutionized his batting with unorthodox shots all across the ground. In bowling, the team has found new heroes. CSK regulars like Ravindra Jadeja and Moeen Ali have handled their responsibilities well. While they have found new heroes in Tushar Deshpande and Matheesha Pathirana who have individually taken 20 and 15 wickets respectively. Both these pacers have terrorized many IPL teams’ batting orders.

Both teams will be facing each other in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League. And both teams will be looking to give their hundred percent and win the match for their team. In this article we will be having a look at the predicted lineup, matchups, venue, Dream XI prediction and other details you will need before the match.

GT vs CSK: Everything you need to know about the IPL Qualifier 1

What is the predicted playing XI of Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings for Qualifier 1?

Both teams won’t be tinkering much with their winning combination. Gujarat Titans, who experimented a bit in their last group-stage match against Royal Challengers Bangalore will be back to their strongest playing XI. The expected lineup for Gujarat Titans versus Chennai Super Kings will be as follows:

Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Hardik Pandya (C), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Shami, Mohit Sharma and R Sai Kishore.

Impact Players: Vijay Shankar, Sai Sudharsan, and Jayant Yadav

MS Dhoni doesn’t change his playing XI too often. So, Chennai Super Kings is expected to be playing the same playing XI that played in their last match against Delhi Capitals. The expected lineup for Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans will be as follows:

Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane, Ambati Rayudu, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (C & wk), Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande and Matheesha Pathirana.

Impact Players: Maheesh Theekshana, Akash Singh and Mitchell Santner

When is GT vs CSK Qualifier 1 happening?

The IPL 2023 Qualifier 1 is happening on Tuesday, 23rd May.

Where is GT vs CSK Qualifier 1 happening?

The Qualifier 1 between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings is happening on Chennai’s home ground; MA Chidambaram Stadium.

What is the pitch report for the GT vs CSK Qualifier 1?

MA Chidambaram Stadium aka Chepauk generally favours the spinners. Though both teams like chasing, the Chepauk becomes difficult to bat as the game progress. With the spin-friendly conditions, both teams will be looking to utilize their spinners to their potential. For Gujarat Titans, Afghan duo Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad will be looking to create the maximum damage with their mystery spin. For Chennai, it will be a home advantage. Their premier spinners include the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, and Maheesh Theekshana will be looking to have a one-up against the defending champions.

Where to watch Qualifier 1?

The Qualifier 1 between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings will be telecasted on Jio Cinema and Star Sports channels.

What is the average score on MA Chidambaram Stadium?

In IPL 2023, the average score went up as compared to the previous editions. While batting first, the average score was 217. And the average team total while batting second was 215. Teams who have batted first have won thrice while the teams who have batted second have won four times.

What is the head-to-head score between GT and CSK?

Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings have faced each other 3 times in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans have been on the winning side in all the 3 games played between these two teams.

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Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings: Dream11 prediction

Wicket-keeper: Wriddhiman Saha, Devon Conway

Batters: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shubman Gill, David Miller

All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya

Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Rashid Khan, Deepak Chahar

GT vs CSK Dream11 Captain and Vice-Captain

For Small League, Head-to-Head contests: Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad

For Grand League: Mohammed Shami, Devon Conway

Virat Kohli in RCB Jersey

Virat Kohli’s masterful ton goes in vain as RCB gets knocked out of IPL

After smashing a wonderful century against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Virat Kohli scored another magnificent ton in a do-or-die encounter with the 2022 IPL champions Gujarat Titans. The Team India batter scored 101 runs in just 61 balls, but couldn’t take his team past the finish line courtesy Shubman Gill.

After being put into bat, Royal Challengers Bangalore had a great start. The opening duo of Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli put on 67 runs in just 7 overs. However, the Men in Red couldn’t quite continue their momentum as they lost wickets at regular intervals. Kohli, the man for big matches had other plans. The right-hander went hammer and tongs from one end as he got good support from lower-order batsmen including Michael Bracewell and Anuj Rawat. With their help, Kohli took the team total to 197. Virat Kohli, who batted till the end, smashed 13 boundaries and one maximum.

Coming to the chase, Gujarat made sure they never got behind the required run rate. Shubman Gill, who is in a purple patch, was the hero of the chase. The young batsman smashed 104 runs in just 52 balls to take his team to victory. Gill, paced his innings to perfection to knock out Royal Challengers Bangalore out of the Indian Premier League.

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In the post-match presentation, Faf du Plessis, skipper of RCB, was all praise for his teammate; Virat Kohli. He said, ” It was wet in the first innings as well, but there wasn’t a lot of grip in the second innings and also we had to change the ball quite a few times during the second innings. Virat played an unbelievable knock to give us a chance and thought that was a good score, but Shubman played incredibly well to take the game away from us.”

With Royal Challengers Bangalore not able to win this do-or-die encounter, it is the Mumbai Indians who took the final playoff spot. Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, the table toppers respectively will be facing each other in Qualifier 1 which will be played on 23rd May at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. While Lucknow Super Giants will be facing the 5-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator scheduled to be played on 24th May at the same ground.

Who will come triumph in the knockout phase? Drop your answers in the comment section.

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