CSK vs DC Predicted Playing 11 - IPL 2022 Match 55
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Chennai Super Kings will take on Delhi Capitals in match 55 of the Indian Premier League 2022. As we move to the business end of the tournament, every game becomes of utmost importance. CSK are out of the playoff race but they can spoil the party for the Delhi Capitals, who have five wins in 10 games. CSK have been very ordinary this season, winning just three games in 10 outings. Meanwhile, DC will be high on confidence after an emphatic win over Hyderabad in their last game.
Chennai Super Kings
In terms of team combination, CSK does not have much to choose from. However, with playoff chances gone, they may give chances to some of the fringe players like N Jagadeesan, and Hari Nishant.
Top Order
Ruturaj Gaikwad and Devon Conway will open the innings, followed by Robin Uthappa. Gaikwad has picked up some form in the last two games. He scored 99 against SRH and looked good against RCB as well. Conway is also in prime form after two back to back half-centuries in the last two games. Uthappa has also had a decent tournament. However, consistency is something he would like to work on.
Middle Order
Ambati Rayudu, Moeen Ali and MS Dhoni will be the middle order batters. Rayudu has been the most consistent batter for CSK so far in the tournament, while Moeen Ali also adds great value to the team. MS Dhoni can be dangerous in final overs.
All-rounders
Along with Ali, Ravindra Jadeja and Dwayne Pretorious will be the all-rounders. Unfortunately for CSK, both of them have been a big letdown. But CSK don't have apt replacements available this will have to stick with them.
Bowlers
CSK bowling also looks bleak with Maheesh Theekshana and Mukesh Chaudhary as their only two genuine wicket-takers. Simranjeet Singh is there but he has been ordinary so far.
CSK Key Batters
- Ruturaj Gaikwad - Ruturaj Gaikwad has gained some momentum in last few games. His 99 against SRH was one of the best knocks of IPL 2022. He will be looking to have another good game.
- Devon Conway - The Kiwi star has done remarkably well in the limited games he has played. He has 144 runs to his name in 3 games, with 2 half-centuries.
- Ambati Rayudu - He is another player who has done reasonably well for CSK. Rayudu is the second-highest run-scorer for CSK with 256 runs. He will have a big responsibility on his shoulders in the next game.
CSK Top Batsman Stats
| Batter | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50/100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 32 | 1104 | 39.43 | 132.69 | 9/1 |
| Devon Conway | 3 | 144 | 72 | 144 | 2/0 |
| Ambati Rayudu | 185 | 4172 | 29.38 | 127.58 | 22/1 |
CSK Key Bowlers
- Maheesh Theekshana - The spinner has bowled well in patches. He has got wickets and has been economical as well. CSK depends a lot on Theekshana with the ball and the Sri Lankan will have to be in top form in the next game as well if CSK have to do well.
- Mukesh Chaodhary - The left-arm pacer has taken 11 wickets in 9 games and has impressed one and all. If he can be a bit more consistent with his line and lengths, he can be an asset to the team.
- Ravindra Jadeja - CSK are short on options and the next best bowler, who can do well will be Ravindra Jadeja. However, he has been poor this season.
CSK Top Bowlers Stats
| Bowlers | Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mukesh Chaodhary | 9 | 11 | 28.18 | 9.84 | 4-46 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 7 | 11 | 18.91 | 7.43 | 4-33 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 210 | 132 | 30.79 | 7.61 | 5-16 |
CSK Probable Playing 11
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Robin Uthappa, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni (C& wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Maheesh Theekshana, Dwaine Pretorius, Mukesh Choudhary, Simranjeet Singh
Delhi Capitals
Delhi decimated Hyderabad in the last game. However, Khaleel Ahmed picked a slight injury in the collarbone. It's not clear if he will play the next game or not. Prithvi Shaw is also likely to return along with Axar Patel and Mustafizur Rahman.
Top Order
Prithvi Shaw and David Warner will open the innings. Warner is in red hot form in the tournament, with 4 half-centuries in 10 games. He scored 92 off 58 against Hyderabad. Shaw has given some flying starts to Delhi but he hasn't played a match-winning knock yet. The openers will be followed by Mitchell Marsh, who has come in and played some short yet crisp knocks.
Middle Order
Rishabh Pant, Rovman Powell and Lalit Yadav will be the middle order batters. Delhi will be happy to see Rovman Powell get runs. He scored 35 ball 67 in the last game. Lalit has also done well for the team coming down the order. The form of Rishabh Pant will be a slight concern though.
All-rounders
Axar Patel should be back in the team and bowl his economical overs, while Shardul Thakur will also look to improve his performance in the next game.
Bowling
Mustafizur Rahman should be back if fit. He along will Kuldeep Yadav and Anrich Nortje will form a lethal bowling attack.
DC Key Batters
- David Warner - Warner has been brilliant this season with 356 runs in 8 games. He scored 92 in the last game. He will be key for Delhi.
- Rovman Powell - In the last three games, Powell has looked in brutal form. In the last game, he demolished Hyderabad bowlers with a 35 ball 67.
- Rishabh Pant - Despite his poor form, he is a key batter of the side and can't be ignored.
DC Top Batsman Stats
| Batter | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50/100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prithvi Shaw | 62 | 1564 | 25.23 | 148.36 | 12/0 |
| David Warner | 158 | 5805 | 42.37 | 140.9 | 54/4 |
| Rishabh Pant | 94 | 2758 | 34.91 | 147.72 | 15/1 |
DC Key Bowlers
- Mustafizur Rahman - The pacer has been very good with his variations. While he hasn't taken a lot of wickets, he has controlled the run flow in the final overs, which is acceptable in this format.
- Kuldeep Yadav - Yadav has been sensational and is the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 18 scalps in 10 games. He is in contention for the purple cap.
- Khaleel Ahmed - Khaleel returned to the side with figures of 3-30 in the last game. He got the ball to move and swing. If he is fit, he can be an asset for Delhi.
DC Top Bowlers Stats
| Bowlers | Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustafizur Rahman | 46 | 46 | 29.67 | 7.80 | 3/16 |
| Khaleel Ahmed | 31 | 56 | 21.87 | 8.49 | 3/21 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 55 | 58 | 26.64 | 8.31 | 4/14 |
DC Probable Playing 11
David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Lalit Yadav, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Mustafizur Rahman/Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed
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