CSK vs RR: How to pick the winning Dream11?
The IPL 2019 is getting better with every game. We enter match number 12 between two former champions Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Notably, it has been a smooth ride for CSK till now, winning both of their opening matches, RR have had tough luck. Here, we analyze the winning Dream XI.
Jos Buttler can handle services behind the stumps
Starting with the wicket-keeping department, there is no player better than Rajasthan's opener Jos Buttler to take this role. It is not only about his sound wicket-keeping skills, but also his awesome batting form in this format. He showed his class when he smashed 69 in the opening game against Kings XI Punjab. Tonight, he is expected to produce fireworks against CSK.
Ajinkya Rahane, Shane Watson form the batting line-up
CSK opener Shane Watson can give the fans playing Dream XI tons of points, with his productive batting. Further, RR skipper Ajinkya Rahane has been in a delicate form of late. The order is also set to consist of CSK's Suresh Raina, who can hit the ball around the park. Furthermore, centurion Sanju Samson can be the backbone of the batting order.
Ben Stokes and Dwayne Bravo are the ideal all-rounders
The all-rounder department is all set to consist of Rajasthan's Ben Stokes, who can be equally lethal with both bat and ball. While he did not get to bat much in the previous game, he did manage to get a wicket in his bag, making him must in the XI. CSK's Dwayne Bravo, who claimed 3/33 against DC on Tuesday, also makes the list.
Harbhajan Singh, Jofra Archer among premier bowlers
The bowling department has several match-winners as Harbhajan Singh is likely to dominate with the spin at Chepauk. Further, Deepak Chahar can take care of the pace department, having claimed 1/20 in the previous game. For RR, pacer Jofra Archer is a lethal weapon, who can claim wickets at the crucial moments. Meanwhile, Shreyas Gopal can pick up a couple with his fatal spin.
Buttler and Watson are the leaders of this XI
About the skippers, with the team packed with stars, it is likely that a top star should take the role. Therefore, we believe that Buttler is the right man to lead the team, considering his bright and consistent form with the bat. As for his deputy, among a number of men, Watson deservedly makes the list for his batting and reliable all-round skills.
Why Gopal and Chahar?
Fans must be wondering about a couple of names in this XI, specifically Gopal and Chahar. Considering Chahar's case, he was one of the most economical bowlers for CSK in the last game, claiming 1/20, as he possesses good skills. For Gopal, it is clear that since he claimed three wickets in the last tie, he deservedly makes the list.
