IPL 2023: Predicting 3 Most Run Scorers in Today's KKR vs CSK Match

On 23 April 2023, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the ongoing IPL. It will be the 33rd match of the tournament that will take place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. KKR are coming off after a defeat against Delhi Capitals (DC). While CSK are coming off after a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

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However, a high-scoring game is expected at Eden Gardens. Speaking about this rivalry, CSK have always dominated. KKR are coming off after three consecutive losses. So, Nitish Rana and his men will look to get back to winning ways in front of the home crowd by defeating MS Dhoni and his men.     

Also Read: KKR vs CSK, IPL 2023: Head to Head Record, Stats, and Pitch History at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Here are the possible three most run scorers in the KKR vs CSK clash in IPL 2023

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1. Devon Conway

Devon Conway's IPL Records and Stats

This Kiwi batter has been in solid form this season for CSK. In six matches, Devon Conway has scored 258 runs, at an average of 51.60. Currently, he is in the fourth position in the race for Orange Cap. Conway has notched up three fifties so far. In the last game against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), he scored 77* runs off 57 balls.

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He hit 12 fours and one six. After this knock, Devon Conway has now smashed three consecutive fifties in IPL 2023. His knocks have given CSK a good, solid start as that has helped post a good total on the board. So, another top knock is expected from the Kiwi opener against KKR at the Eden Gardens.    

2. Jason Roy

Jason Roy's IPL Records and Stats

This star England batter played his first game in IPL 2023 for KKR in the last game against Delhi Capitals (DC). The pitch was quite tricky and spin-friendly. Hence, he was struggling to play his shots. Still, Jason Roy was the highest run scorer for his team as he scored 43 runs off 39 balls, including five fours and one six. 

In IPL 2022, Gujarat Titans (GT) bought Roy. But, he pulled himself out of the tournament. This year, KKR included him as a replacement. So, KKR and their fans will hope for a better performance from Jason Roy against CSK. The batting-friendly and bouncy pitch at Eden Gardens might him as well.  

3. Ruturaj Gaikwad

Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Records and Stats

This young batter has managed a good start to this IPL so far. In six matches, Ruturaj Gaikwad has scored 235 runs in six matches, at an average of 47. He has also notched up two fifties. This season, Gaikwad has improved his strike rate as he has been showing his power game from the first ball only.

In the last game against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 35 runs off 30 balls. So, fans can hope that a big inning might await him at Eden Gardens. His opening partner Devon Conway has been in great form. So, he will look to play a big knock despite being the second fiddle most of the time.