By Chirag - Apr 30, 2025 03:50 PM
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is heating up as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) prepare to lock horns once again with Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 49. The much-awaited showdown is scheduled for Wednesday, April 30th, at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, with the match set to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
As things stand, CSK are struggling to stay afloat in the playoff race, with only two wins in their nine outings, placing them at the bottom of the points table. PBKS, on the other hand, have a golden opportunity to move into the top two with a victory, keeping their hopes of a strong finish in the league stage alive.
With another thrilling contest expected in Chennai, let’s take a look at the top three captain and vice-captain options for your fantasy teams in this fixture.
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Noor Ahmad has emerged as a reliable performer for CSK this season. Leading their wicket charts with 14 scalps in nine matches, the Afghan spinner has been particularly lethal at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, where he has picked up 11 wickets at an average of 12.73 and a strike rate of 9.27.
His impressive return at home includes a memorable four-wicket haul on debut. With his knack for breaking partnerships during the middle overs, Noor is an excellent choice to maximize fantasy points in this crucial clash.
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Priyansh Arya has been a revelation for PBKS this season and stands out as a strong captain or vice-captain option. A powerful striker of the ball, he has dominated the powerplay, scoring 228 runs at a blazing strike rate of 198.26 against the new ball.
Arya has been PBKS' top run scorer with 323 runs at an average of 35.89 and a scorching strike rate of 200.62. Coming off a fine half-century in the last match and having smashed a century the last time he faced CSK, Arya is in prime form to deliver another big knock.
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Despite a few quiet games recently, Shreyas Iyer remains a dependable option for fantasy cricket. This season, the PBKS captain has excelled in away games, scoring 263 runs at an incredible average of 131.50 in five games.
His strike rate of 196.26 in opposition venues highlights his aggressive intent, and his tally of three half-centuries on the road makes him the highest fantasy point-getter for Punjab so far. Iyer’s consistency away from home adds to his value as a safe and effective captain or vice-captain pick.
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