The Indian T20 League 2023 is off to a riveting start, with Rajasthan and Punjab both securing victories in their respective opening matches. In Match 8, both the teams gear up to face each other at Barsapara Stadium, as fans eagerly await an action-packed match between these formidable opponents. Read this blog for in-depth match preview, head-to-head stats, suggested fantasy team and much more.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Rajasthan | Punjab | |
| Matches Won | 14 | 10 |
| Won Batting 1st | 7 | 7 |
| Won Batting 2nd | 7 | 3 |
Date & Time
The match will take place on Wednesday, 5th April at 7:30 PM IST. Match lineups will be available at 7:00 PM on MyTeam11 mobile app.
Venue Info and Stats
Barsapara Stadium, is known for its lively pitch and fast outfield, favouring the batters. The team that wins the toss will likely choose to bowl first, capitalising on the dew factor later in the evening. Keep the following stats in mind when creating your fantasy teams on the MyTeam11 app:
T20 Stats at the Barsapara Stadium:
Total Matches: 3
Matches won Batting 1st: 1
Matches won Batting 2nd: 1
No Result: 1
Avg. 1st innings score: 177.5
Avg. 2nd innings score: 171.5
Highest 1st innings score: 237
Highest 2nd innings score: 221
Total 4s: 59
Total 6s: 32
Team Preview
Rajasthan’s dominance in their 72-run win over Hyderabad showcased their strong batting lineup and potent bowling attack. Punjab’s nail-biting 7-run victory against Kolkata highlighted their resilience and adaptability. Given the head-to-head record, Rajasthan has held a slight edge over Punjab, with a marginally higher win rate. However, given the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, it’s difficult to determine a clear winner in this encounter.
Top Players
Rajasthan:
Rajasthan’s top players, such as J. Buttler, T. Boult and Y. Chahal have showcased exceptional skills in batting, fast bowling and leg spin, respectively. Each player’s expertise makes them invaluable to the team’s overall performance.
| Player Name | Fantasy Points till Now (on MyTeam11) |
| J. Buttler | 89 |
| T. Boult | 69 |
| Y. Chahal | 124 |
Punjab:
Punjab’s lineup features talents like veteran S. Dhawan, S. Raza and A. Singh. Dhawan’s aggressive batting, Raza’s all-around prowess and Singh’s left-arm fast bowling can contribute significantly to the team’s success in various match situations.
| Player Name | Fantasy Points till Now (on MyTeam11) |
| S. Dhawan | 52 |
| S. Raza | 76 |
| A. Singh | 81 |
Probable XI
Here’s the probable XI for Rajasthan vs Punjab:
Rajasthan: Y. Jaiswal, J. Buttler, S. Samson (c) (wk), D. Padikkal, S. Hetmyer, R. Parag, R. Ashwin, J. Holder, K. Asif, T. Boult, Y. Chahal, N. Saini (Impact Player)
Punjab: P. Singh, S. Dhawan (c), B. Rajapaksa, J. Sharma (wk), S. Raza, S. Curran, S. Khan, N. Ellis, H. Brar, R. Chahar, A. Singh, R. Dhawan (Impact Player)
Suggested Fantasy Lineup
Indian T20 League 2023 Schedule:
The Indian T20 League 2023 schedule promises exciting cricketing action over the next few weeks. With all teams aiming for the top spots in the table, the competition is set to be fierce. Click here to check out the latest standing.
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