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IPL 2025 Fantasy Team Setup: Match 3- CSK vs MI

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The IPL 2025 season is heating up, and fans are in for a thrilling first double-header Sunday ! It’s rare to see Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) —both five-time champions —missing from the season opener, but they now take center stage in a prime-time showdown at the iconic Chepauk Stadium . The stadium is expected to be a sea of yellow as MS Dhoni , CSK’s legendary backbone, gears up for another chapter in this fierce rivalry . While he may no longer be the captain, his presence remains pivotal for the Super Kings. With history, passion, and star power on display, this CSK vs MI clash promises to be one of the most anticipated battles of the season . 📌 Match Details         📅  Date:   March 23, 2025            🏟   Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai           ⏰   Time: 7:30 PM IST / 2:00 PM GMT 🏏 Fantasy Team Setup Lets dive in to setting up ...

IPL 2025 Fantasy Team Setup: Match 2- SRH vs RR

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The First Double-Header Sunday – A Cricketing Extravaganza! The IPL 2025 season has started in grand style, and fans are in for a treat with the first action-packed double-header Sunday. The afternoon clash features Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) facing Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, followed by a high-voltage evening encounter between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI). Match Details: Date: March 23, 2025 Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad Time: 3:30 PM IST / 10:00 GMT Squad Overview: In Match 1, our fantasy team delivered some decent 414 points. We nailed our captain and vice-captain choices, but unfortunately missed out on picking Salt due to budget constraints. Despite that, our budget selections performed well, with both Rajat and Raghuvanshu contributing 30+ scores. For Match 2, my fantasy team already includes four key players: Mohammed Shami, Ishan Kishan, Riyan Parag, and Sandeep Sharma. Given the po...

IPL 2025 Fantasy Team Setup: Match 1- KKR vs RCB

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As we gear up for the first match of IPL 2025, the excitement is at its peak! The much-awaited season opener between KKR and RCB at Eden Gardens promises to be a thrilling contest, setting the tone for the tournament. With new team combinations, fresh talents, and high-stakes clashes, fantasy cricket enthusiasts have the perfect stage to showcase their skills. Setting Up Your Fantasy Team Setting up the initial fantasy team is a crucial yet challenging task. With a 100-credit budget and the need to balance star players with promising newcomers , every selection matters. A well-planned approach can give you the perfect head start in what promises to be an intense, strategy-driven fantasy season! Here’s a look at my strategy and key tips for setting up your team before the first match. You can find details on fantasy rules, point system, team composition, and other important guidelines here. Transfers and Long-Term Planning We have unlimited transfers before the first match, but ...

IPL 2025 : Match 1 Preview: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

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The 2025 IPL season ignites with a thrilling clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the iconic Eden Gardens.   Match Details: Date: March 22, 2025 Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Time: 7:30 PM IST / 14:00 GMT Team Previews: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, KKR aims to defend their IPL title. Their lineup boasts experienced stars like Andre Russell and Sunil Narine, complemented by rising talent Rinku Singh. Their spin-heavy attack, featuring Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, will be crucial on Eden Gardens' spin-friendly pitch. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB): With Rajat Patidar leading RCB this season, the team brings a fresh dynamic to their campaign. RCB's formidable batting order includes Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, and Liam Livingstone. Their bowling department, led by Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, will challenge KKR's strong batting lineup.   Key Players to Watch: KKR: Andr...

Dive into the Action: Your Guide to IPL Fantasy Cricket

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Fantasy cricket lets you create a virtual team of real players and earn points based on their performance in live matches. Here’s how to get started: 1. Choose a Platform Sign up on the official fantasy platform here or any other site of your choice. 2. Build Your Team Choose 11 players within a budget, adhering to these constraints: Wicketkeepers: 1-4 Batsmen: 3-6 All-rounders: 1-4 Bowlers: 3-6 Team Restrictions: Maximum 7 players from one team Overseas Players: Maximum 4 3. Select Captain & Vice-Captain Captain: Earns 2x points Vice-Captain: Earns 1.5x points 4. Join Contests Enter free or paid contests to win prizes. 5. Score Points Earn points for runs, wickets, catches, strike rate, economy rate, and more. 6. Make Smart Changes Research player form, pitch conditions, and update your team accordingly. Pro Tip: Stay updated on player injuries and team news to maximize your score! Rules: Point System Batting Points 1 point per run scored 1 point for every four 2 points for ev...

IPL 2025: Schedule, Venues, Teams, and Everything You Need to Know

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The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) is set to bring another season of high-octane cricket, featuring the best players from around the world. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming season. IPL 2025 Start Date and Format Start Date: March 22, 2025 Final Match: May 25, 2025 (at Eden Gardens, Kolkata) Total Matches: 74 (70 league matches + 4 playoffs) Match Timings: Afternoon Games: 3:30 PM IST Evening Games: 7:30 PM IST Format: Round-robin league, followed by playoffs The IPL 2025 will follow a group stage and playoff format. The 10 teams are divided into two groups: Group A : Chennai Super Kings Kolkata Knight Riders Punjab Kings Rajasthan Royals Royal Challengers Bengaluru Group B : Delhi Capitals Gujarat Titans Lucknow Super Giants Mumbai Indians Sunrisers Hyderabad Each team will play 14 league matches, facing teams in their group and select teams from the opposite group. The top four teams based on aggrega...