KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Fantasy Teams Tips for IPL 2025 at MA Chidambaram

April 25, 2025 02:33 PM Author : Admin

Match Preview

The forty-fourth match of IPL 2025 promises to be a thrilling encounter as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on April 26th. Both teams are battling for a higher position in the points table, making this game a high-stakes affair.

  • When: April 26, 2025, 7:30 PM IST
  • Where: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Pitch and Weather Report
  • Pitch Behavior: The Eden Gardens pitch is known to be batting-friendly, with an average first innings score of 193. However, pacers can also find some assistance early in the match.
  • Weather: Scattered clouds are expected, with a temperature around 29°C.
  • Chasing Record: Teams batting second have struggled here, with only a 37% win rate.
Team News
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

Injury/Availability: No major injury concerns.

Key Players to Watch: Ajinkya Rahane is in excellent form, coming off a half-century in the previous match. Varun Chakravarthy’s bowling could be crucial on this surface.

Predicted Playing XI:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Moeen Ali, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakravarthy, Angkrish Raghuvanshi

Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Injury/Availability: No major injury concerns.

Key Players to Watch: Shreyas Iyer and Priyansh Arya are pivotal in the top order. Marco Jansen’s all-round abilities add depth.

Predicted Playing XI:

Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harpreet Brar

Fantasy Cricket Teams
If KKR Bowls First
  • Wicketkeeper: Prabhsimran Singh
  • Batsmen: Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya
  • All-rounders: Andre Russell, Sunil Narine
  • Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh
If PBKS Bowls First
  • Wicketkeeper: Prabhsimran Singh
  • Batsmen: Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya, Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh
  • All-rounders: Sunil Narine, Marco Jansen, Andre Russell
  • Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshit Rana

Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks

  • Captain: Sunil Narine, Priyansh Arya
  • Vice-Captain: Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane
Expert Advice
  • Punt Picks: Yuzvendra Chahal and Rinku Singh
  • Avoid Players: Players out of form, like Ramandeep Singh, may not provide optimal points.