RR vs KXIP: How to pick the winning Dream11?
Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab are all set to start their Indian Premier League 2019 campaign on Monday, March 25. Royals will be keen to start well at home and keep KXIP at bay. Punjab need to make an all-round effort to come out on top. With several strong players on offer, here's our guide to pick the winning Dream11 for this fixture.
Buttler gets the captaincy nod, debutant Curran is his deputy
Jos Buttler gets the nod as the captain of this fantasy XI side. His exploits at the top can help you to get maximum points. Sam Curran, with his all-round abilities, comes in as the vice-captain. He will be hungry on his debut.
A solid batting line-up on offer
Buttler and Chris Gayle offer a dangerous partnership at the top. Both are power-hitters and can have a massive impact tomorrow. Ajinkya Rahane is looking forward to a crucial season ahead and he comes in next. Steve Smith will look to have a similar sort of impact like the returning David Warner had against KKR. Mayank Agarwal completes the middle order.
Englishmen Stokes and Curran are the two all-rounders
Englishmen Ben Stokes and Sam Curran are the two all-rounders of the side. Both are key finishers for their respective teams. They are able bowlers and can get you a couple of scalps. In terms of fielding, the two offer quality and are good catchers.
A look at the bowling attack
Jofra Archer leads this four-man bowling attack. He will be essential in the middle with his deception in pace and there will be added variety. Krishnappa Gowtham is Rajasthan's best bet as a spinner and he features in our side. Mystery spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman has the credentials to bowl tight. A rejuvenated Mohammed Shami fills up as the final bowler.
The rationale behind the selection and match prediction
With Buttler on offer, KL Rahul misses out as the wicket-keeper batsman. We have gone for names in the middle that can be relied upon. In spin, Mujeeb gets the nod ahead of Ashwin. We predict Royals to win this tie.
