KXIP vs CSK Prediction: Toss, Pitch, Cricket Betting Tips for Kings XI Punjab vs Chennai Super Kings IPL 2020 Match 53

KXIP vs CSK Prediction: The lucrative Indian Premier League has reached its flag end and teams are still fighting it out for the playoffs spot. KL Rahul led Kings XI Punjab will take on the Chennai Super Kings in a must-win encounter evening. Kings need a win to stay alive, even though it may not necessarily guarantee a sure qualification. Whereas CSK has nothing to lose and will be hoping to play spoilsport in KXIP’s chances.

Kings XI Punjab vs Chennai Super Kings
Indian Premier League 2020, Match 53
Date & Time: 01 November, 2020 at 3:30PM IST
Sheik Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Strength

Kings XI Punjab:

• In form top order. KL Rahul, Mandeep Singh, Chris Gayle, and Nicholas Pooran are in splendid form.
• Mohammad Shami and young Bishnoi are in fine form.
• After a string of losses, they have now finally stuck together as a unit.

Chennai Super Kings:

• CSK’s young all-rounder Sam Curran is in fine form with both bat and ball. He provides a major boost and balance to this aging side.
• The form of young Ruturaj Gaikwad.
• They managed to win the last two matches.

Weakness

Kings XI Punjab:

• Weak middle order. If the top order doesn’t fire, they are in very serious trouble. They would need timely support from Maxwell, and the rest of the middle order.
• Except for young Arshdeep, KXIP’s death bowling is pretty ordinary. They haven’t been able to find the right man for the death overs.

Chennai Super Kings:

• Apart from Ruturaj and Jadeja none of their batsmen has shown consistency in the recent batting.
• CSK does have a weak batting order, which is not suited for T20 cricket.
• The form of MS Dhoni is a huge concern.
• They have been pretty ordinary in all departments of the game. MS Dhoni and co. suddenly seemed to have completely forgotten how to win games.

KXIP vs CSK: Who will win?

Win Prediction

• KXIP- 55%
• CSK- 45%

Betting Odds

Bet365: CSK- 2.09, KXIP- 1.80
Betway: CSK- 2.05, KXIP- 1.72

Kings XI Punjab to win the match

KXIP is in a must-win situation and they will be giving all that they have to remain alive in the competition. Whereas CSK will be playing for pride and hence the chances of them giving chances to their bench is quite high. So CSK is winning this match as per CSK vs KXIP today match prediction.

So if you are in for IPL betting, place your money on KXIP.

Head to Head (overall)

• Matches Played- 23
• CSK – 14
• KXIP- 09

Head to Head (in UAE)

• Matches Played- 2
• CSK – 1
• KXIP- 1

KXIP VS CSK MATCH PREDICTION

With qualification at stake, KXIP is most likely to not make any changes to their eleven. Mayank Agarwal if fit will directly fit into the eleven in place of Deepak Hooda and Mandeep will be pushed down the order. Whereas CSK is expected to retain their winning combination. Faf is once again expected to be rested to give veteran Shane Watson a proper send-off in what is expected to be his last IPL match in all probability.

CSK Playing XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, N Jagadeesan, Deepak Chahar, Mitchell Santner, Karn Sharma, Lungi Ngidi

KXIP Playing XI: KL Rahul, Mandeep Singh, Chris Gayle, Nicholas Pooran, Glenn Maxwell, Mayank Agarwal/Deepak Hooda, Chris Jordan, Ravi Bishnoi, Murugan Ashwin, Mohammad Shami, Arshdeep Singh

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Expert free tip for KXIP vs CSK Dream11 and IPL betting tips

1. With nothing to lose, expect an out and out explosive innings from Sam Curran with the bat. His expertise with the ball makes him a must-have player in your fantasy teams.
2. Ruturaj Gaikwad showed promise in the last match. Expect him to carry on with that form.
3. Shane Watson will be mostly playing his last IPL match. Expect him to finish his illustrious career in style.
4. KL Rahul, Chris Gayle, and Mandeep Singh should be sure-shot options in your fantasy teams.
5. Young Ravi Bishnoi has impressed everyone. Bet on him to take few wickets.
6. Arshdeep Singh has impressed in the previous matches.

CSK vs KXIP Toss Prediction and Pitch Report

Abu Dhabi still hasn’t given any clue to the captains on what to expect from the surface. Dew is a major factor of concern that’ll prompt teams to field first. But the point to be noted is that most matches, even more than 80% of them were won by teams batting first. Considering the line-ups of both the team’s anything above 160 seems to be a good enough score.

If Chennai Super Kings bats first: 140-150

If Kings XI Punjab bats first: 160-170

CSK vs KXIP cricket betting tips

Players who are expected to perform well as per CSK vs KXIP Dream11 Prediction.

Top Batsmen

CSK- Ruturaj Gaikwad

One major factor for the CSK late flourish is the emergence of this youngster. He has played two match-winning innings in the last two encounters. Expect him to continue the same.

KXIP- KL Rahul

This man needs no introduction. He is currently the best T20 batsman in the world. With playoff qualifications at stake, he is expected to continue his good form.

Other Prominent options: Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Mandeep Singh, Chris Gayle

Top Bowlers

CSK-Deepak Chahar

If he can get some early swing, then things would fall in place for CSK.

KXIP- Mohamad Shami

With Arshdeep and Jordan doing the job at the death, Shami can roll up his sleeves and create havoc in the powerplay with full freedom. As for RR vs KXIP cricket betting tips, he is expected to take the most wickets in this match.

Other Prominent options: Karn Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh

Most Sixes

CSK- Sam Curran/ Ravindra Jadeja
KXIP- Chris Gayle

Player of the Match

KL Rahul

Taking into account the pressure associated with this match. He is expected to step up. He is our prediction for the ‘Player of the Match’ category.

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