Chennai will be challenged by the pitch
- Gujarat Titans have had a great season and are in brilliant form at home.
- Chennai will need to change their modus operandi in Ahmedabad.
Unlike the spin-friendly tracks of Chennai, the venue of Ahmedabad promises a high-scoring affair, putting the Super Kings’ adaptability to the test as they adjust their game plan accordingly. Chennai Super Kings have odds of 1.90 to beat Gujarat Titans.
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Gujarat Titans have rightfully earned their spot in the ultimate face-off against their arch-rivals, the Chennai Super Kings. This clash marks a rematch from Qualifier 1, where CSK emerged victorious. However, this time, the game will be played in Gujarat’s own backyard. Gujarat Titans have odds of 1.88 to beat Chennai Super Kings.
Head-to-head record, GT vs CSK
The head-to-head record is based on four games, two in 2022, and two this season with one match played in Ahmedabad and the other in Chennai. Gujarat Titans had won all three matches against Chennai, but lost the game in Chepauk in Qualifier 1.
Toss prediction
While the toss can often have a significant impact on the outcome of night games, the Narendra Modi stadium has maintained a relatively neutral stance regarding teams batting or bowling first. Therefore, it is anticipated that the team winning the toss will opt to bowl first.
Win probability
Taking into account the teams’ familiarity with the conditions and the strength of their respective bowling attacks, the Gujarat Titans hold a slight edge over Chennai, with a win probability of 55%
Average score
Throughout this season, Ahmedabad has provided pitches that offer good batting conditions, resulting in an average score exceeding 170. However, in this highly significant contest, teams are likely to set their sights on achieving even higher first innings totals.
Pitch and conditions
The match will take place at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad, where the conditions are expected to favor batting. There may be some early assistance for seamers with the new ball, particularly during the second innings.
Players to keep an eye on…
GT Predicted playing XI:
Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha, Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma
CSK Predicted playing XI:
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesha Pathirana
Ruturaj Gaikwad: Gaikwad has been brilliant this IPL smashing some useful knocks during the tournament and leading the charge at the top alongside Devon Conway.
Shubman Gill: Fresh off a stunning hundred in the all-important Qualifier 2, Shubman Gill will be aiming to take Gujarat to back-to-back title victories. At Ahmedabad, Gill will back himself to go berserk.
IPL 2023 Final predictions
Based on all of the above factors, we predict that Gujarat Titans will win the match.
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