KKR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Updates For Match 31 - Sep 20th 2021

Preview:

Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore will face each other in the 31^st match of the IPL 2021. Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi will host the contest between the sides. Kolkata Knight Riders would not have enjoyed the first leg of the IPL, as they won only 2 of their 7 games. They bank on youngsters at the top of the order, as well as in the bowling department.

Royal Challengers Bangalore have got the perfect opportunity to lift the IPL trophy this year. The bunch of foreign players they possess will hand them a big advantage in the UAE leg. Wanindu Hasaranga, who is likely to make debut his IPL debut in this match, has been in excellent form for Sri Lanka. They are currently placed at the third spot in the standings with 10 points.

Match Details:

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Match 31

Venue: Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Date & Time: September 20th at 7:30 PM IST, and at 6:00 PM local time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

Pitch Report:

The surface here at Zayed Cricket Stadium has got good carry and bounce, and the quick bowlers can make most of the conditions. The par score on this wicket is 160-170. Bowling first is an excellent option.

Probable Playing XIs for KKR vs RCB:

Kolkata Knight Riders

Nitish Rana, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Eoin Morgan (c), Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Venkatesh Iyer, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Chakravarthy, Prasidh Krishna

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Virat Kohli (c), Devdutt Padikkal, Kona Srikar Bharat, Glenn Maxwell, AB de Villiers (wk), Sachin Baby, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kyle Jamieson, Harshal Patel, Mohammad Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal

Top Picks for KKR vs RCB Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batsmen

Nitish Rana had a great start to his campaign in the first leg of the IPL. The Delhi-born left-handed batsman has scored 201 runs in 7 matches at an average of 28.71, which comprises of 2 half-centuries.

Devdutt Padikkal is the next big thing in Indian cricket. He will be acclimatized to UAE conditions, since he made his IPL debut last year in this country. The 21-year-old southpaw has mustered 195 runs in 6 matches in this IPL at an average of 39, which includes a knock of unbeaten 101, which came against Rajasthan Royals.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Andre Russell is a powerhouse, especially in this format. There is no stopping him when is on the song and his ability to bowl at the death makes him a real asset for any team.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Varun Chakravarthy doesn’t give any sort of room to the batsmen, while his ability to generate extra bounce from the surface makes him one of the tougher bowlers to face. He is highly deceptive and a must pick player for your fantasy teams.

Even though Harshal Patel has an economy of 9.17 in this IPL, it is his wicket-taking knack that makes him the real deal. He is the leading wicket-taker so far, having picked up 17 wickets, with the best figures of 5/27.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Whatever the condition and situation may be, AB de Villiers on any day is the saviour number 1 for RCB. He has won plenty of matches single-handedly for his team. In 6 innings in this year’s IPL, de Villiers has scored 207 runs at an average of 51.75 and an excellent strike rate of 164.28.

KKR vs RCB Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for KKR vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

AB de Villiers (c), Devdutt Padikkal, Glenn Maxwell, Nitish Rana (vc), Wanindu Hasaranga, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Lockie Ferguson, Kyle Jamieson, Harshal Patel, Varun Chakravarthy

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for KKR vs RCB Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

AB de Villiers, Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell (c), Rahul Tripathi, Shubman Gill, Wanindu Hasaranga, V Iyer, Andre Russel (vc), Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Lockie Ferguson

KKR vs RCB Risky Captaincy Choices:

Shubman Gill has managed to score 132 runs in 7 matches in this year’s IPL. The KKR opener has maintained an average of 18.85. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Kyle Jamieson is a top-quality bowler who even can contribute with the bat as well. He will be a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Considering there are a lot of better options in the batters’ category, it is advisable not to go for Eoin Morgan.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.