IPL-2024Delhi CapitalsKolkata Knight Riders
Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, and Top Picks for IPL 2024 Match 47 between KKR and DC, including Pitch Report and Team Suggestions
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will host the formidable Delhi Capitals in match 47 of IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on April 29. The match begins at 7:30 PM IST.
Here’s a preview of the Dream11 prediction, fantasy tips, pitch report, top player picks, and predicted XIs for the fantasy contests ahead of the game.
Head-to-head stats between KKR and DC in the IPL:
In their 33 meetings across the IPL and the now-defunct Champions League T20, Kolkata Knight Riders have won 17 matches against Delhi Capitals. The Capitals have won 16, including one via a tie-breaking Super Over.
In IPL 2024, KKR is currently in second place on the points table, with five wins from eight matches. However, they have lost two of their last three games.
Delhi Capitals have shown impressive form recently, winning four of their last five matches. While they are just outside the playoffs on the points table, their performance under Rishabh Pant’s captaincy has been noteworthy.
| Stats | Matches | Kolkata Knight Riders Won | Delhi Capitals Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33 | 17 | 16 | 0 |
| IPL | 32 | 17 | 15 | 0 |
| Eden Gardens Stadium | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| IPL 2023 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
KKR vs DC Pitch Report
Eden Gardens in Kolkata has hosted five matches in IPL 2024, with the pitch favoring batsmen. Teams have crossed 200 runs in 8 out of 10 innings, averaging a high first innings total of 215. The toss-winning captain may choose to field first, as chasing teams have won three times and lost twice on this ground.
Eden Gardens Stadium Ground Stats for IPL 2024:
Matches: 5
Matches won batting first: 2
Matches won batting second: 3
Average first innings total: 215 Average second innings total: 214 Highest total recorded: 262/2 (18.4 overs) by Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Lowest total recorded: 161/7 (20 overs) by Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Fantasy value from the pitch report
Eden Gardens in Kolkata has already witnessed four high-scoring matches this IPL 2024 season, including the record-breaking T20 chase by Punjab Kings against Kolkata Knight Riders. With both KKR and Delhi Capitals boasting strong batting line-ups, fans can expect another high-scoring encounter on April 29. Captains are likely to opt for a quality new-ball pace bowler and a specialist spinner to control the run rate in the middle overs.
Fantasy cricket tips for the KKR vs DC match
Kolkata Knight Riders Heavy Fantasy XI
- KKR’s top-order batsmen Sunil Narine and Phil Salt have been outstanding this season, emerging as the team’s leading run-scorers. Both players have amassed over 300 runs with impressive averages close to 45. Narine boasts a striking rate of 184.02, while Salt follows closely with 176.08. They have consistently provided explosive starts for KKR, making them essential picks for a KKR-heavy fantasy XI.
- In IPL 2024, Sunil Narine leads KKR’s wicket-taking chart with 10 victims in eight innings. Following him are fast bowlers Andre Russell and Harshit Rana, each with nine wickets, adding depth to KKR’s bowling attack.
Delhi Capitals Heavy Fantasy XI
- Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has made a remarkable comeback in IPL 2024, showcasing his exceptional batting skills. Despite a 15-month break, Pant has scored 371 runs in 10 innings at an impressive average of 46.37. He leads the run-scoring for Delhi Capitals this season, followed by Tristan Stubbs with 273 runs.
- Mukesh Kumar has been outstanding for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024, taking 13 wickets in just seven innings. He is on the verge of claiming the ‘Purple Cap’, currently held by Jasprit Bumrah, with just one wicket separating them. Additionally, Kuldeep Yadav has been a key player in the team’s bowling attack, emerging as their top spinner.
KKR vs DC Winner Prediction
Led by Shreyas Iyer, Kolkata Knight Riders are currently in second place on the IPL 2024 points table, having won five out of their eight matches. With their recent form and familiarity with home conditions, they are slightly favored over the rising Delhi Capitals team.
KKR vs DC Top Player Picks
Sunil Narine (KKR)
IPL 2024 Stats: 357 runs and 10 wickets in 8 matches Sunil Narine leads both the run-scoring and wicket-taking charts for KKR in IPL 2024. Opening the innings, he scored his maiden T20 century with 109 runs against Rajasthan Royals. Narine has amassed 357 runs at a strike rate of over 184 and has also taken 10 wickets with his off-spin.
Phil Salt (KKR)
IPL 2024 Stats: 324 runs in 8 matches KKR wicketkeeper Phil Salt has formed a strong opening partnership with Sunil Narine. The Englishman has scored three half-centuries, including two in winning causes, tallying 324 runs in eight innings.
Rishabh Pant (DC)
IPL 2024 Stats: 371 runs in 10 matches Returning to competitive cricket, Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has been a standout performer, leading from the front. Pant has scored 371 runs, the most for his team, with a significant lead over second-placed Tristan Stubbs (273 runs).
Mukesh Kumar (DC)
IPL 2024 Stats: 13 wickets in 7 matches Mukesh Kumar has been impressive for Delhi Capitals, taking 13 wickets in seven matches. He is currently third in the race for the ‘Purple Cap’, behind Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel. Kumar has delivered three match-winning three-wicket hauls against CSK, Gujarat Titans, and Mumbai Indians.
KKR vs DC Differential Picks
Andre Russell (KKR)
IPL 2024 Stats: 179 runs and 9 wickets in 8 matches
Andre Russell, the seasoned T20 stalwart, has been exceptional for KKR this season. He has scored 179 runs at a staggering strike rate of 186.45 and has also taken nine wickets. Russell’s bowling average of 18.88 is even better than KKR’s leading wicket-taker Sunil Narine (22.30).
Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
IPL 2024 Stats: 12 wickets in 7 matches Kuldeep Yadav has been a standout spinner this season, taking 12 wickets in seven matches. He is currently second in the race for the ‘Purple Cap’, behind Yuzvendra Chahal of Rajasthan Royals who has 13 wickets. Yadav is also among the top six bowlers in terms of wickets and has the second-best economy rate among the top 10 wicket-takers this season.
KKR vs DC Fantasy Expert Advice
Based on the wicket conditions and player form, a balanced 2-4-2-3 combination could be effective for this game. This formation allows for two specialist openers, four middle-order batsmen/all-rounders, two spinners, and three fast bowlers to adapt to various situations during the match.
KKR vs DC Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
KKR vs DC Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Kolkata Knight Riders: 6 Players; Delhi Capitals: 5 Players
