LPL 2020: CL vs KT Dream11 Picks to Consider

Updated - 26 Nov 2020, 04:58 PM

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The opening game of the Lanka Premier League (LPL 2020) will take place between Colombo Kings (CK) and Kandy Tuskers (KT) at Hambantota on 26th November (Thursday). Let’s have a quick review of the fantasy player picks for Dream11 CK vs KT match that can boost your fantasy team’s potential

LPL 2020: CK vs KT Top Picks To Consider

1) Kusal Perera (Wicket-Keeper, 9.0 credits)

Kusal Perera, Sri Lanka vs England 2018, LPL 2020
Kusal Perera (Credits – Getty)

The wicketkeeper-batsman has fine records to his name in the T20Is, where he has bucketed 1293 runs in 46 games with an astonishing strike rate of 135.25.

2) Andre RUSSELL (All-Rounder, 9.5 credits)

Virat Kohli, Andre Russell
Andre Russell (Credits – Getty)

The all-rounder has been sensational in this format with both the departments and will be among the top choices for this match. He is a player who likes these leagues and has been a big boon for the teams he has been a part of so far.

3) Sohail TANVIR (Bowler, 8.5 credits)

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Sohail Tanvir (Credits – Getty Images)

The bowling-allrounder is a T20 specialist player and has been a part of the majority of the leagues taking place across the globe. He has the potential to contribute with the bat as well in the lower order.

LPL 2020: CK vs KT Multiplier Picks To Consider

1) Andre RUSSELL (All-Rounder, 9.5 credits)

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Andre Russell also features in BBL. Photo Credit: Getty Images.

The all-rounder will be an ideal choice for captaincy/vice-captaincy in this match considering his skills to muscle points with both bat and ball. He has been a handy contributor for the teams he has been associated with.

2) Angelo MATHEWS (All-Rounder, 9.5 credits)

Angelo Mathews, Sri Lanka, Captaincy
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The all-rounder has still a lot left to add to his name before he bids goodbye to the game. He has been one of the most consistent players for Lanka in all the formats and should be a great multiplier choice in this match as well.

3) Kusal Perera (Wicket-Keeper, 9.0 credits)

Kusal Perera, 1st Test, England, Finger Injury
Kusal Perera. Photo Credit: Reuters.

Another terrific wicket-keeper batsman who can provide his team with a flying start in the opening game. He has got multiple roles in this league and can get you decent points from all the sections to boost your fantasy team’s ranking.

LPL 2020: CK vs KT Budget Picks To Consider

1) Qais AHMAD (Bowler, 8.5 credits)

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Qais Ahmed takes a five-wicket haul in the final. Credit: Twitter

The leg-spinner has had a great BBL season last year and can turn out to be a big threat for the batting team considering the Hambantota wicket. He is also a handy batsman in the lower order who can score quick runs at the end.

2) Laurie EVANS (Batsman, 8.5 credits)

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Laurie Evans. Image Credits: Twitter

The explosive batter has been a great hit in the short formats, especially T20s and T10s. He bats in the middle order and carries the calibre to add crucial runs at a pretty high strike rate. If he gets going, the team is all set for a mammoth total.

3) Kamindu Mendis (All-Rounder, 8.5 credits)

Kamindu Mendis
Kamindu Mendis.

The 22-year-old rising talent from Sri Lanka will be the player to watch out for in this league. He has been phenomenal with his all-round performances so far and will be a great budget pick choice for this opening match as well.