GT vs CSK Dream11 Prediction With Stats, Pitch Report & Player Record of IPL 2023 For Match 1
GT vs CSK Dream11 Prediction, Match 1 of IPL, 2023: Defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) will be up against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the tournament opener.
GT vs CSK: The much-awaited 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has finally arrived, and the tournament’s curtain raiser will see the defending champions Gujarat Titans locking horns against Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Titans have yet again crafted a well-rounded team for this season, featuring a perfect blend of young and experienced players. With the addition of Kane Williamson to their lineup, their batting department looks even stronger.
On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings, with a wealth of experience in their ranks, will be a formidable team this season, with the addition of Ben Stokes further enhancing their lineup. They face a challenge in compensating for Mukesh Choudhary’s loss in the pace attack.
The two teams seem well-matched, but Gujarat Titans appear to have the advantage with their strong bowling lineup, which outshines that of Chennai Super Kings. All in all, a cracking T20 game beckons at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the Match 1 of the Indian Premier League, 2023.
GT vs CSK Match Details
- Match: Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 1
- Date: Friday, March 31, 2023
- Time: 7:30 PM (IST) | 2:00 PM (GMT) | 7:30 PM (Local)
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Pitch Report For GT vs CSK, Match 1 of IPL 2023
The Ahmedabad stadium’s pitch has typically been well-balanced, with pacers dominating on this ground. In the past, fast bowlers have taken the majority of wickets here, so they may have an advantage in this match. Spinners will also play a crucial role in the middle overs. With the due factor likely to come into play, the toss-winning team will likely opt to chase.
Pitch Stats of Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad For GT vs CSK, Match 1 of IPL 2023
Stats based on previous five matches played at this venue-
- Average First Innings Score: 173
- Average Total Score: 154
- Team Batting First Won: 1
- Team Bowling First Won: 4
Players Availability For GT vs CSK, Match 1 of IPL 2023
Gujarat Titans: David Miller and Joshua Little are not available for this match.
Chennai Super Kings: Sisanda Magala, Matheesha Pathirana, and Maheesh Theekshana will miss this match.
Probable Playing XI For GT vs CSK, Match 1 of IPL 2023
Gujarat Titans Playing XI
Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha (WK), Kane Williamson, Hardik Pandya (C), Matthew Wade, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Yash Dayal, Alzarri Joseph, Mohammed Shami.
Chennai Super Kings Playing XI
Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ben Stokes, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Dwaine Pretorius, Deepak Chahar, Prashant Solanki, Simarjeet Singh/Rajvardhan Hangargekar.
GT vs CSK Head-to-head Records for Match 1 of IPL 2023
Matches Played
Stats of Gujarat Titans & Chennai Super Kings Form in Last 5 Matches
GT Form
CSK Form
GT vs CSK Top 3 Players to Pick in Fantasy Team for Match 1 of IPL 2023
Devon Conway
He has been in red-hot form for some time now, and he is expected to carry his fine form into this season’s IPL. In the previous edition of the tournament, he scored 252 runs in just seven matches at a phenomenal average of 42 and a strike rate of 145.66. He will be keen to maintain his rich vein of form.
Shubman Gill
With over 450 runs and a strike rate of 132.32 in the previous edition of the tournament, he was the second-highest run-scorer for the Gujarat Titans. He has an excellent record at Ahmedabad and he will be keen on extending his good run of form in the tournament.
Ben Stokes
Chennai Super Kings invested heavily in Ben Stokes during the IPL 2023 auction, making him their most expensive purchase. Despite being unable to bowl in the early stages of the tournament, we can expect him to make significant contributions with the bat.
GT vs CSK Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 1 of IPL 2023
| Player | Stats (IPL 2022) |
|---|---|
| Hardik Pandya | 487 Runs & 8 Wickets |
| Shubman Gill | 483 Runs |
| Mohammed Shami | 20 Wickets |
| Rashid Khan | 19 Wickets & 93 Runs |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 368 Runs |
| Moeen Ali | 244 Runs & 8 Wickets |
| Wriddhiman Saha | 317 Runs |
| Devon Conway | 252 Runs |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 116 Runs & 5 Wickets |
GT vs CSK Captaincy Picks For Match 1 of IPL 2023 Between Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings
- Hardik Pandya
- Shubman Gill
- Ben Stokes
GT vs CSK Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 1 of IPL 2023
Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Devon Conway
- Batters: Kane Williamson, Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad
- All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Ben Stokes, Moeen Ali, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Deepak Chahar, Mohammed Shami, Rashid Khan
- Captain: Hardik Pandya
- Vice-Captain: Ben Stokes
Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Matthew Wade, Devon Conway
- Batters: Kane Williamson, Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad
- All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Ben Stokes, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Deepak Chahar, Rashid Khan, Shivam Mavi
- Captain: Shubman Gill
- Vice-Captain: Ravindra Jadeja
GT vs CSK Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Gujarat Titans is expected to win this match.
GT vs CSK – Match 1 of IPL 2023, Live Broadcast & Online Streaming Details, Where to Watch in India?
- Live Streaming: JioCinema
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
