The highly anticipated IPL 2023 season is set to kick off on 31st March with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans. The inaugural CSK vs GT Match of IPL 16 promises to be an exciting encounter, with two highly competitive teams battling it out for the coveted victory.
Both teams boast of a star-studded lineup; here are some most favourite picks from both teams.
1. Shubman Gill(GT)
Snubman Gill has been in tremendous form in the 2023 cricket season, scoring an impressive 923 runs in just 15 innings with an average of 71. This form has been noticed, and many cricket experts believe he will be an essential player in the upcoming 16th Edition of IPL.
He has already proved his mettle in the IPL, scoring 483 runs in the 2022 season.
IPL Career:
| Matches Played | Runs | Average | Highest Score | S/R |
| 74 | 1900 | 32.20 | 96 | 125.25 |
2. Ravindra Jadeja(CSK)
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been in exceptional form in the 2023 cricket season. With eight innings under his belt, he has scored 214 runs at a respectable average of 30.57 and a strike rate of 40.45.
Jadeja has picked up an impressive 24 wickets in just eight innings, with an economy rate of 2.74. His accuracy and consistency have been vital in restricting the opposition’s scoring, and his ability to pick up wickets at crucial junctures has been invaluable.
IPL Career:
| Matches Played | Runs | Average | Highest Score | Wicket Taken |
| 210 | 2502 | 26.62 | 62* | 132 |
3. Ruturaj Gaikwad(CSK)
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been in blistering form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring an incredible 660 runs in just five matches at an average of 220 and a strike rate of 113.59. His four centuries in the tournament have caught the attention of cricket fans and experts.
IPL Career:
| Matches Played | Runs | Average | Highest Score | S/R |
| 36 | 1207 | 37.72 | 101* | 130.35 |
4. Hardik Pandya(GT)
Hardik Pandya has been in decent form with both bat and ball in the 2023 cricket season. With 198 runs, nine wickets in ODIs, and 111 runs and seven wickets in T201s, he has shown that he can make a significant impact in all game formats.
In !6th Edition of IPL, he will be a crucial player for his team, and his form will be critical to their success.
IPL Career:
| Matches Played | Runs | Average | Highest Score | Wicket Taken |
| 107 | 1963 | 30.20 | 91 | 50 |
5. Ben Stokes(CSK)
Ben Stokes is a dynamic all-rounder who has made a name for himself in T20 cricket. In his IPL career, he has been a valuable player for the teams he has played for, contributing with both bat and ball.
His ability to hit big sixes and take crucial wickets in pressure situations makes him an indispensable part of the CSK lineup. His presence on the team will undoubtedly boost their chances of success in the tournament.
IPL Career:
| Matches Played | Runs | Average | Highest Score | Wicket Taken |
| 43 | 920 | 25.55 | 107* | 28 |
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