So, you’ve been playing Dream11 for a while now. You build your teams, watch the matches, and hope for the best. But no matter what, the dream of hitting Rank 1 in Mega Grand League still feels far away. Sound familiar?
Well, you’re not alone. Most players face the same issue. But the good news is – there’s a way to fix it. You just need to build your team a little smarter. In this blog, I’ll share some super simple Dream11 tricks for 1 rank. No complicated stats. No fancy apps. Just basic logic, a bit of observation, and smart team-building.
Let’s break it down step-by-step.
Step 1: Don’t Just Follow the Crowd
Most people build teams the same way. They pick big-name players, check past match stats, maybe watch a YouTube prediction, and copy it. That’s it. But here’s the problem: if 1 crore people are building teams like this, how will your team ever stand out?
Example: Sunil Narine’s selection percent is 96%. That means 96 lakh people are taking him in their team. If he flops, all those 96 lakh teams go down with him. So, what do we learn? Don’t pick players just because everyone else is.
Most times, these star players either give average points or sometimes flop altogether. When that happens, and you’ve made a team full of high-selection players, there’s no way your rank will rise. You’ll just get stuck in the middle like everyone else.
So step one is simple – think different.
Step 2: Learn to Identify Underrated Players
This is where things get fun.
Every match, there are 3–5 players who are not that popular but end up doing really well. Your job is to find them. And trust me, it’s not that hard.
Look for:
- Players who have performed well in past matches
- But were dropped recently due to 1–2 bad games
- Have a low selection percentage (under 40%)
These are the players who give a huge boost to your rank if they perform.
Here are some examples:
| Player | Reason to Pick |
|---|---|
| Simron Hetmyer | Gave 94, 56, 78 points in past. Dropped recently. Now only 30% picked him. High potential. |
| Wriddhiman Saha | Opening batsman. Past scores include 70+, but current selection is just 41%. |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Has taken 3–4 wickets in matches. Now at 44% pick rate. Still dangerous. |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Good talent. Only 19% people picking him. High reward if he performs. |
Think of it this way – these are hidden gems. They might not be in form right now, but one good match from them and boom! Your team jumps straight up the leaderboard.
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Step 3: Drop a Few Popular Big Players
Yes, this sounds scary. Dropping players like Buttler, Gill, Hardik, or Shami feels wrong, right?
But hear this—if they’ve performed really well in the last 3–4 matches, chances are, they might flop this time. Cricket is unpredictable. And in fantasy, you win when you’re a little different from the crowd.
So try this:
- Pick the top 11 players with the highest selection %
- Drop 4 of them who are too popular
- Replace them with underrated but capable players (like the ones in the table above)
This creates a unique combo that has real winning potential.
If one or two of those dropped big names flop, your team suddenly becomes better than lakhs of others. That’s how rankings jump.
Step 4: Build Your Team Like This
You don’t need to go all-in on risky picks. Just balance your team like this:
| Team Type | Players |
|---|---|
| Common Picks | 6–7 regular popular players |
| Unique Picks | 4–5 underrated trump players |
Your captain and vice-captain should also be a little different. Try choosing from the underrated ones. That gives your team a serious edge.
Let’s say everyone is making Gill or Buttler captain. If you pick someone like Chahal or Saha as VC or C and they perform, you shoot up the ranks fast.
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Step 5: Test Before You Invest
Please don’t jump into a ₹49 Mega Grand League with this strategy on your first try.
Instead, use a free contest on Vision11 or any other fantasy app that offers free leagues. Practice your team combo there. If you see results, then go for the paid contests.
You also get to experiment with different combinations. You see what works, what doesn’t, and when your team clicks, you’ll know you’re ready for the big leagues.
Why This Works
If you ever check teams that come Rank 1, you’ll notice a pattern:
| Player Type | Count in Winning Team |
|---|---|
| Popular (40%–100%) | 6–7 players |
| Underrated (0%–40%) | 4–5 players |
That’s because every match, 3–5 big names flop, and 3–5 underrated players shine. That’s how fantasy works.
Forget the idea that you’ll win by looking at pitch reports, past 5-match stats, or 5-year averages. This game is all about today—about which 11 out of 22 players will perform in this match.
Action Plan (Summary)
- Pick 11 popular players, then drop 4–5 of them
- Replace them with underrated players (less than 40% selected)
- Create multiple team versions, mixing 6–7 popular + 4–5 unique players
- Test these teams in free leagues before playing paid contests
- Join our Telegram channel for trump player tips after toss (use only official links)
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Final Thoughts
Winning Mega Grand Leagues isn’t about luck. It’s about smart decisions, unique thinking, and a bit of risk. But that risk has to be calculated. Don’t just follow YouTube thumbnails saying “50 Crore Winner.” Most of them won in 2-member or 3-member head-to-heads and show off like they’ve won Mega Leagues. You don’t need to chase that kind of fake hype.
Use your brain. Test the method. Build teams yourself. That’s how you actually win. Hope this blog helped you understand real Dream11 tricks for 1 rank. If you want more posts like this or want help with captain/vice-captain picks, just drop a comment below.
Thanks for reading.
