On 14th May, the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai will host match no. 61 of IPL 2023 between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
CSK are comfortably placed at the second spot in the points table while KKR are trying to climb their way up. While it is a crucial game for KKR, a win for CSK here will increase their chances of finishing in the top two.
CSK have been impressive lately with two consecutive wins, while KKR lost their last game to RR after winning two back-to-back matches.
In the previous encounter between these two teams, CSK won convincingly by 49 runs in a high-scoring match. Batting first, CSK posted a massive total of 235 runs, while KKR fell short with 186 runs.
Though KKR faces a tough challenge to beat CSK on their home ground, they will give them all to keep their hopes alive for qualifying for the next stage. Let’s take a look at the top three captain fantasy picks for the CSK vs KKR clash.
Devon Conway (CSK)
In just 11 innings during the IPL 2023, the CSK opening batsman has been in blistering form, reaching five half-centuries. He has 468 runs totalled at a commendable average of 52 and a strike rate of 136.84.
His contributions to the Super Kings this year have been essential, and he is a player you absolutely must have in your fantasy team as captain for the CSK vs KKR match.
Ravindra Jadeja (CSK)
This season, the all-arounder has been crucial for CSK. With the ball, he has been outstanding, taking 16 wickets in 12 games with an economy rate of 7.13.
With a strike rate of 141.25 and an average of 18.83, Jadeja has also been effective with the bat, scoring 113 runs. He is a terrific asset for fantasy players, and his reliable play makes him an excellent pick for the captain role.
Varun Chakravarthy (KKR)
This season, the spinner for KKR has excelled for the team. In 12 games, he has taken 17 wickets at a 7.94 economy rate.
Chakravarthy is a great pick for the captaincy because the MA Chidambaram Stadium’s surface is expected to be favourable to spinners. For KKR to win the game, his contributions with the ball will be crucial.
