On Sunday, April 9, Gujarat Titans will face Kolkata Knight Riders in the 13th match of the Indian Premier League 2023 at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The Titans have won both of their opening games and are currently placed second in the points table. In their last match, they defeated Delhi Capitals by six wickets, with Sai Sudharsan scoring 62 runs off 48 balls and being named the Player of the Match. The Knight Riders won their last match against Royal Challengers Bangalore by a massive 81-run margin, thanks to Shardul Thakur’s 68 off 29 balls and a partnership of 103 runs between Thakur and Rinku Singh. None of RCB’s batters could score more than 25 runs, and they managed only 123 runs in response.
As the Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders gear up to face each other in the IPL 2023, the bowlers will play a crucial role in deciding the outcome of the match. Here are the top three bowlers to consider when building your fantasy team for the GT vs KKR encounter.
1. Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami, the Gujarat Titans bowler, has been in fine form in the IPL 2023 season, having picked up five wickets in two matches. He has an impressive average of 14 and an economy rate of 8.75, while his strike rate stands at 9.6. Shami had a noteworthy performance in the last match, where he claimed three wickets and gave away 41 runs in four overs. His impressive performances make him a top pick for your fantasy team when Gujarat Titans take on Kolkata Knight Riders.
2. Sunil Narine
Sunil Narine, the Kolkata Knight Riders’ spinner, had a great outing in their previous game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, picking up two wickets. He has a total of three wickets in two matches this season, with an average of 18.67. Apart from his impressive bowling, Narine is also capable of scoring quick runs lower down the order. Hence, he is a must-have pick for your fantasy team when Kolkata Knight Riders face off against the Gujarat Titans.
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3. Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders bowler, produced a fantastic spell in their previous game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore. He took four wickets, conceding just 15 runs in 3.4 overs, which happens to be his second-best figures in T20 cricket. Chakravarthy’s bowling variations can trouble any batsman and he has been one of the key bowlers for KKR in the tournament so far. His performance against RCB will give him a lot of confidence heading into the upcoming match against Gujarat Titans. If he can replicate his form from the last game, Chakravarthy could prove to be a valuable addition to your fantasy team.