IPL 2024 – Probable Playing XI

The TATA IPL one of the most celebrated cricket tournaments globally, is all set to rejoice fans once again in its 17th edition. The IPL 2024 is to be started on March 22, 2024, to May 29, 2024. With a total of 10 teams competing, this season promises fierce battles, breathtaking performances, and nail-biting finishes.

The IPL 2024 Auction of these 10 teams, was held on 19th December 2023 where IPL franchises were buy or releasing the players for these teams. A total 74 matches will be played by the team and will follow the previous year’s format of IPL.

Mitchell Starc becoming the most expensive player in IPL history, with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) acquiring the Australian pacer’s services for a whopping bid of INR 24.75 crores.

The IPL 2024 auction saw two players breach the 20 crore mark for the first time in the cash-rich T20 cricket league. Before Starc went for the record sum, his Aussie team-mate Pat Cummins was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for 20.50 crore.

All-rounder Sam Curran was previously the most expensive player in IPL, with Punjab Kings (PBKS) shelling out INR 18.50 crore for the Englishman at last year’s auction.

– Start Date: March 22, 2024

– End Date: May 29, 2024

– Matches: 74 matches across 11 venues

IPL 2024 Team List –

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Established in 2008, CSK is one of the most successful IPL franchises, having won the championship a record-tying five times. Led by the legendary MS Dhoni, they are known for their consistent performance and passionate fan base. Talking about the defending champions CSK, they once again have a solid playing 11 with all their bases covered. The CSK team will be bolstered with the batting line-up of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra, and Devon Conway.

Probable Playing XI
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Shivam Dube, Daryl Mitchell,MS Dhoni (C & WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande,Mukesh Choudhary

Gujrat Titans

The surprise package of the 2022 season, even before the tournament began, the Gujarat Titans have already taken a hit with their leader Hardik Pandya traded to Mumbai Indians, and their leading pacer Mohammed Shami being ruled out of IPL 2024. With these two not there, a lot will depend on Captain Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, and David Miller. Aside from these three, the performance of Williamson, Sudharsan and bowlers will be crucial.

Probable Playing XI
Shubman Gill (C), Mathew Wade, Kane Williamson, B. Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Robin Minz, Rahul Tewatia, Darshan Nalkande, Rashid Khan, Mohit Sharma, Umesh Yadav

Rajasthan Royals

The 2008 IPL champions, RR are known for unearthing young talent and playing an attractive brand of cricket.  Rajasthan Royals will go with their regular top order with a focus on Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sanju Samson. Their lower order and bowling will be. A lot will depend on Trent Boult and Yuzvendra Chahal.

Probable Playing XI
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler (WK), Sanju Samson (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, R. Ashwin, Navdeep Saini, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Adam Zampa

Lucknow Super Giants

A new addition to the IPL in 2022, LSG made a strong debut, reaching the playoffs in their first season. Led by KL Rahul, they are a team to watch out for in the upcoming season. The team will see a brilliant game by Quinton de Kock. The middle order, which makes them one of the strongest batting units consists of the likes of Stoini and Pooran also there. With Mark Wood not available, the bowling depends on Shamar Joseph, and Shivam Mavi.

Probable Playing XI
KL Rahul (C), Quinton de Kock (WK), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya, Krishnappa Gowtham, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohsin Khan, Shamar Joseph,Shivam Mavi

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Despite reaching the IPL final three times, RCB is yet to win the championship. However, the team, led by Faf du Plessis, always features a star-studded line-up and is known for its entertaining brand of cricket. The RCB team is batting-dominant, and their top 6 is proof of that. The team would continue to see Faf du Plessis and Rajat Patidar as the openers. Whereas the lineup will be by Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and Dinesh Karthik. The bowling is RCB’s pain point, and a lot of work will be needed from Mohammed Siraj and other Indian bowlers.

Probable Playing XI
Faf du Plessis (C), Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik (WK), Cameron Green, Mahipal Lomror, Karan Sharma, Akash Deep, Reece Topley, Mohammed Siraj

Delhi Capitals

Despite reaching the finals in 2020, DC is still searching for its maiden IPL title. The team, led by Davis Warner, is known for its blend of young talent and experienced players. The Delhi Capitals will be glad with the return of Rishabh Pant. However, Pant will purely play as a batter this IPL. DC have a strong top 5 with a focus on David Warner, Rishabh Pant, and Mitchell Marsh. The bowling is quite potent for DC with the likes of Anrich Nortje, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Khaleel Ahmed.

Probable Playing XI
Prithvi Shaw, David Warner (C), Harry Brook, Rishabh Pant, Mitchell Marsh, Lalit Yadav, Axar Patel, Anrich Nortje, Kuldeep Yadav, Lungi Ngidi, Khaleel Ahmed

Punjab Kings

Yet to win an IPL title, PBKS is known for its flamboyant style of play and for giving opportunities to young players.  Punjab Kings have a strong opening combination in the form of Shikhar Dhawan.. However, the rest of the batting lineup is inexperienced with the likes of Prabsimran Singh, Atharva Taide, and Jitesh Sharma. While the lower order is strong for PBKS, their bowling is their strength with Kagiso Rabada, Sam Curran, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, and Rahul Chahar in the mix.

Probable Playing XI
Shikhar Dhawan (C), Prabhsimran Singh, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh, Rahul Chahar, Harshal Patel

Kolkata knight Riders

The two-time IPL champions from Kolkata which was led by Gautam Gambhir when they won in 2012 and 2024, are known for their aggressive batting and shrewd captaincy, often led by Shreyas Iyer. Now this year too, Gautam Gambhir is making a comeback to KKR, but as a mentor. The Kolkata Knight Riders spent a fortune to acquire the services of Mitchell Starc. While his addition makes their bowling stronger, the batting looks a mixed bag, and a lot will depend on the form of Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, and Andre Russell. However, KKR has a good first-choice playing 11 with a good

Probable Playing XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Nitish Rana, Shreyas Iyer (C), Manish Pandey, Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Andre Russell, Sunil Narayan, Suyash Sharma, Mitchell Starc, Chetan Sakariya

Sunrisers Hyderabad

The 2016 IPL champions from Hyderabad are known for their well-balanced squad and disciplined approach to the game. The Sunrisers Hyderabad will mostly see a new opening combination in the form of Travis Head and Mayank Agarwal. SRH has a strong middle-order with Aiden Markram and Heinrich Klaasen being there. The bowling is good with the likes of Pat Cummins and experienced Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Probable Playing XI
Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram (C), Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Abdul Samad, Washington Sundar, Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik, Mayank Markande

Mumbai Indians

Another highly successful team, MI has also bagged the IPL trophy five times. Renowned for their aggressive approach and player development, MI boasts iconic players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah. One of the favorite teams on paper, the Mumbai Indians have a strong batting lineup with a focus on Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Dewald Brevis. The bowling consists of players like Jason Behrendorff and Jasprit Bumrah.

Probable Playing XI
Ishan Kishan (WK), Rohit Sharma, Dewald Brevis, Suryakumar Yadav, N. Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Mohammad Nabi, Romario Shepherd, Jason Behrendorff, Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Gopal