RCB vs CSK Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Dream11 Team, and Injury Update of the match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings.
RCB vs CSK IPL 2022, 49th Match Preview:
Royal Challengers Bangalore will lock horns with Chennai Super Kings in the 49th match of the Indian Premier League, 2022 at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Wednesday.
Royal Challengers Bangalore had a promising start to this season but they have now lost three games on the trot. They currently have five wins and as many losses and time is running out as they need to turn things around.
On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings have won two out of their last three encounters. Their only other win came against RCB and they are in a must-win situation as well.
MS Dhoni-led side needs to win every game in order to stand a chance of qualifying for the playoffs.
Here is RCB vs CSK Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update for you
RCB vs CSK IPL 2022, 49th Match Details:
Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
Date & Time: 4th May, at 07:30 PM IST
Live Score: Cricketaddictor
RCB vs CSK IPL 2022, 49th Match Pitch Report:
The track tends to be a good wicket for batting. However, the spinners are known to play their part as the game progresses and can get it to grip off the surface.
RCB vs CSK IPL 2022, 49th Match Probable Playing XIs:
RCB: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mahipal Lomror, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj and Josh Hazlewood
CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Robin Uthappa, Devon Conway, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w/c), Mitchell Santner, Dwaine Pretorius, Simarjeet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary, Mahesh Theekshana
Top Picks for RCB vs CSK IPL 2022 Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips
RCB
Virat Kohli has struggled with the bat for most of the season but scored his first half-century of the season in the last game. He has scored 186 runs in 10 innings at a strike rate of 116.25 and has a top score of 58.
Faf du Plessis is the leading run-getter for RCB this season. The South African has accumulated 278 runs from nine innings at a strike rate of 130.10 so far.
Anuj Rawat has scored 129 runs at an average of 19.78 and a strike rate of 113.63 thus far. He has a half-century to his name and costs just 8 credits here.
Glenn Maxwell could be an effective choice as vice-captain. The off-spinning all-rounder has scored 157 runs in seven innings while striking at 178.40. He has also taken one wicket with the ball.
Wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Karthik is still going strong at the highest level. The RCB wicket-keeper batter has aggregated 218 runs at a stunning strike rate of 188.54.
Shahbaz Ahmed has scored 197 runs in 8 innings at an average of 32.83 and a strike rate of 125.47. He has a top score of 45 and has also picked up 2 wickets from 18 overs at an economy of 9.11. He costs only 8.5 credits for the fantasy side.
Wanindu Hasaranga could be an effective choice as vice-captain. The Sri Lankan leg-spinner has returned with 15 scalps from 10 games at an economy rate of 8.02. He can be handy with the bat as well.
Harshal Patel is the most economical bowler for RCB and has picked up 10 wickets from 9 matches at an average of 21.33, an economy of 6.40, and a strike rate of 20. He has a BBI of 2/11 and is an excellent bet for wickets.
Josh Hazlewood has been bowling really well. The Australian fast bowler has played five games and has picked up 10 wickets at an economy rate of 7.64.
CSK
Ambati Rayudu is in solid touch with the bat. His last three scores read 46, 40 and 78 (latest). Overall, he has got 246 runs from seven innings at an average of 35.14.
Ruturaj Gaikwad roared back into form with a fine 99 in the last game against SRH. He has a decent record against RCB with 153 runs in four innings. Hence, he can be backed as a fantasy captain.
Devon Conway has scored 88 runs in 2 innings at a strike rate of 139.68 including an unbeaten 85 in the last match. He has hit 8 fours and 4 sixes and costs only 8.5 credits for the fantasy side.
Shivam Dube is in top form with the bat this season. The left-hander has smashed 239 runs at an average of 45.20 and a strike rate of 161.48.
Robin Uthappa has batted well this season. The 36-year-old Karnataka-born batter has accumulated 227 runs at a strike rate of 147.40.
Dwayne Bravo is the leading wicket-taker for CSK in this competition. The veteran seam-bowling all-rounder has taken 14 wickets in eight games.
MS Dhoni seems to be hitting the ball really well. The CSK skipper has scored 140 runs at an average of 35 and a strike rate of 132.07. Plus, he has an excellent record against RCB with 836 runs at an average of 41.80 and a strike rate of 141.21.
Ravindra Jadeja hasn’t had the best of seasons so far. The left-handed all-rounder has got 113 runs and has picked up five wickets. But he is a quality player and can be expected to fire.
Mitchell Santner might be a utility option. The left-handed all-rounder has three wickets to his name and has an economy rate of 6.71. He can also tonk it around with the bat.
Maheesh Theekshana has been bowling really well. The Sri Lankan spinner has returned with eight scalps from six games and has an economy rate of 7.54.
Dwaine Pretorius could be a utility option. The South African seam-bowling all-rounder has taken five wickets in five games. Plus, he can be handy with the bat.
Left-arm pacer Mukesh Choudhary has done well for CSK this season. He has taken 11 wickets from eight matches so far.
IPL 2022 Must Picks for RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction:
| Player | Statistics (Last 5 matches) | Dream 11 Points |
| Faf du Plessis | 155 runs | 57, 47, 103, 21, 14 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 188 runs + 2 wickets | 159, 97, 6, 91, 6 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 48 runs + 7 wickets | 100, 53, 2, 56, 44 |
| Ambati Rayudu | 164 runs | 12, 64, 56, 115, 4 |
| Robin Uthappa | 122 runs | 128, 9, 52, 5, 4 |
| Dwayne Bravo | 9 wickets | 36, 27, 99, 63, 52 |
RCB vs CSK IPL Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Ruturaj Gaikwad, Faf du Plessis, Ambati Rayudu,
Vice-Captain – Glenn Maxwell, Robin Uthappa, Dwayne Bravo
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper– MS Dhoni, Dinesh Karthik
Batsmen– Virat Kohli, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
All Rounders– Ravindra Jadeja, Glenn Maxwell (VC), Shahbaz Ahmed
Bowlers– Josh Hazlewood, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mukesh Choudhary
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper– MS Dhoni
Batsmen– Ambati Rayudu, Robin Uthappa (VC), Devon Conway, Faf du Plessis (C)
All Rounders– Dwaine Pretorius, Glenn Maxwell
Bowlers– Harshal Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mukesh Choudhary, Maheesh Theekshana
RCB vs CSK IPL 2022, 49th Match Probable Winner:
Chennai Super Kings are expected to win this match of the Indian Premier League, in 2022.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.