Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab – 01/11/2020

Chennai v Punjab – IPL Betting Tips, Latest Odds, Team News, Predictions – 01/11/2020

Kings XI continue to fight for a playoff place as they head into their final group game of this year’s tournament.

Chennai’s top-four hopes were ended a few games ago, but no doubt captain MS Dhoni will want to end IPL 2020 with a win.

Take a look at our free IPL betting tips for this fixture.

Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab – Match Preview

Chennai historically have the upper hand in this fixture. They have won six of the eight matches between these two teams since 2014.

Despite a disappointing 2020 campaign, CSK also won the reverse fixture by 10 wickets.

Where: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

When: Sunday, 1 November 2020

Start time: 15:30 IST (10:00 GMT)

Pitch conditions: The pitch is slowing down in Abu Dhabi but bigger scores are still possible. Anything over 170 is a very competitive total. Taking pace off looks key to defending.

Weather conditions: Bright and clear skies can be expected again. The chances of rain increases for the evening but the game should be completed by then.

Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab – Latest Odds

KXIP are made favourites to take the win. They are battling for a playoff spot and can be backed at 1.8 with 22Bet.

Chennai are priced at 2.01 with the same betting site to end the season with a win.

Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab – Team News

Chennai have a few decision to make for their line-up. They could give the old guard one last go, especially if they are thinking about a rebuild before next year.

That could see Shane Watson return to the top of the order alongside Faf du Plessis.

However, another option for Dhoni is that he hands a few inexperienced players some more game-time with one eye on 2021. This looks the most likely option with Ruturaj Gaikwad to stay at the top.

If Mayank Agarwal gets fit then it is likely he will partner KL Rahul at the top of the order for KXIP.

That will mean Chris Gayle once operating at number three. Mandeep Singh showed his ability and also gives captain Rahul more batting options along with Nicholas Pooran.

KXIP are unlikely to stray too far from the bowling attack that has performed so well in recent matches. Chris Jordan should keep his place.

Chennai v Punjab – Squads

Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab – Betting Tips and Prediction

Kings XI look a different team with Chris Gayle fit and firing. Preference goes to them in the outright winner market.

However, this looks like it could be a close contest against a Chennai side playing without pressure.

With that in mind, looking at other markets is a good way of finding some value.

Back Gaikwad to Star with the Bat

Raturaj Gaikwad hit a superb 72 for CSK against Kolkata and can continue that form in this fixture.

That knock should be enough for him to keep his place at the top of the order and make him a good selection in the top Chennai batsman market.

His price is of 3.74 with 22Bet looks appealing.

KL Rahul to Top Score for KXIP

KL Rahul has had a brilliant IPL. He sits at the top of the Orange Cap table and can continue to add to that tally.

He fell just short of another half-century against Rajasthan. While another spectacular knock from Chris Gayle again took the headlines, KL looks a good bet given his consistency.

He can be backed at 3.3 with 22Bet to be KXIP’s top batsman.

Chahar to be Top Bowler

Deepak Chahar looks a good bet in the top Chennai bowler market.

He took two wickets against RCB after another solid showing but it is his last performance at this ground that stands out. The 2-18 he managed against Rajasthan in Abu Dhabi last time is worth noting.

He can be backed at 4.32 to be his team’s top wicket-taker with 22Bet.

Make sure to check out our round-up of best bets for this match.