IPL 2017 Fantasy Guide: Fantasy Tips for Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rising Pune Supergiant

IPL Fantasy League

Transfer out: David Warner, Rashid Khan, Bhuvi

Transfer in: Robin Uthappa, Shardul Thakur, Sunil/NCN(only if KKR bowl first)

Now, I already have Steve Smith, Ben Stokes, Rahul Tripathi and Kuldeep Yadav in my team for this game.

The first player that I’ll get in for this game is Robin Uthappa. RPS’s bowling hasn’t been their strong suit and the last time Uthappa faced them, he romped to a incredible 87, taking Tahir to the cleaners as well. Get him in!

Also, throughout the event I have always stressed on the importance of going in with ‘double scoring’ players, and thus how Uthappa is safer bet than Gambhir. So, if you plan on getting just one of them in, Uthappa should be your pick.

My second pick would be a little dependent on the pitch report. I would normally get in Sunil Narine ahead of Coulter Nile, because of the double scoring opportunity, but if the Eden Gardens would dish out another seam paradise, I could be forced to get in Coulter Nile. Do take into account what Gambhir says at the toss, as he analyses it like a hawk.

But I’ll be getting in either of them only if KKR bowl first.

For the uncapped player, I’ll be getting in Shardul Thaur, who could prove to be a menace on this season’s seamer friendly Eden track.

Captain: Ben Stokes

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