IPL 2024 – Match 39, CSK vs LSG: Top 3 Players You Can Pick In Your Dream11 Fantasy Team As Captain & Vice-Captain
Ravindra Jadeja & KL Rahul and are favourite captaincy and vice -captaincy picks for CSK vs LSG match
The 39th Match of the Indian Premier League 2024 will witness hosts Chennai Super Kings against Lucknow Super Giants. The match is scheduled on 23rd April at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Chennai Super Kings are in a comfortable position after seven games, sitting fourth in the league table. They were defeated by the Lucknow Super Giants, and bowling was undoubtedly one of the game’s weak aspects. The team may also need to work on its batting, as only a few guys are playing aggressively.
Lucknow Super Giants will be comparatively confident heading into this game against the Chennai Super Kings after defeating the same opponent in their previous match. The team was clinical in all parts of the game and will want to maintain that level in future contests.
KL Rahul was in great touch on a tough Ekana pitch in the last game, scoring 82 off 53 balls and smashing CSK bowlers at every corner of the ground. LSG will be hoping for Rahul’s consistency on a similar track here.
Ruturaj Gaikwad Led Chennai had an off day in the last game against LSG, where bowlers were decimated by Rahul and Co. Chennai needs to step up as the tournament is headed towards its second half.
The last time these two teams met each other was on April 19 this season. Chennai made 176/6 in 20 overs. LSG reached the target in 19 overs and won by 8 wickets. KL Rahul was the Player of the Match for his 82 off 53 balls.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Analysis
The pitch here traditionally is a slower and sluggish surface, assisting spinners. But the recent two games suggest if batsmen apply themselves, this pitch is a good surface to bat on. Keep your team loaded with openers and pacers with variations.
LSG vs CSK: Top Three Players Captaincy & Vice-captaincy Pick For Fantasy Dream Team
1. KL Rahul
Lucknow Skipper proved to be a matchwinner in the last game against CSK, scoring 82 off 53 balls. Rahul has finally gained form in the tournament, scoring 281 runs in 7 matches.
2. Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja scored a half-century in the last game batting in tough conditions after a collapse, but CSK would want his all-round abilities to play this game as Jadeja is familiar with the pitch.
3. Quinton De Kock
Quinny has scored a half-century in the last game, giving LSG a wonderful start along with Rahul. Quinton has scored 228 runs in 7 matches. LSG would eye to capitalize on the powerplay.
KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja are good choices for captaincy and vice-captaincy, considering the assistance from the pitch.
CSK vs LSG Differential Picks
- Ajinkya Rahane (CSK)
- Krunal Pandya (LSG)
- Shivam Dube (CSK)
