Have you ever noticed that when someone reaches the number one spot on Dream11, their team almost always includes a player with a blue tick or blue dot? But when you check your own team, most of the time there’s not a single blue dot next to any player. So the big question is: what is the meaning of blue tick in Dream11?, and how do you add those players to your squad?
Well, a lot of people are confused about this. Many players don’t know what the blue tick means or why it’s important. So let’s break it down in the simplest way possible.
What is a Blue Tick Player in Dream11?
When you create a team on Dream11, there’s an option at the bottom to add a substitute player. That substitute is shown with a blue dot next to their name. That’s what we call the blue tick player.
The reason it’s blue is just to make it stand out. Dream11 uses that color to show which player is selected as a substitute. These players can be very useful, but not many people know how to pick them the right way.
Now here’s an important part: the substitute player and the impact player are the same thing. So whenever you hear someone say blue tick player, they’re talking about the impact/substitute player.
These are players who don’t start the match but can come in and make an impact mid-game. They are often used to strengthen the team based on match situations, like replacing a bowler with a batsman or vice versa.
When Do Blue Tick Players Matter?
Let’s say a match is going on. One team is fielding, and the other is batting. Later, when the fielding team comes out to bat, they may replace a bowler with a batsman. That batsman who comes in is called the impact player.
If you had selected that impact player in your team as a substitute, then Dream11 will automatically show a blue tick next to their name in your lineup. And if they play well, you’ll get fantasy points from them.
This gives you a big advantage because most people don’t select that player. So if you do, and that player performs well, you can climb up the rankings fast.
That’s why most top-ranked teams on Dream11 always have at least one blue tick player. These players often help you get extra points that others miss out on.
Not only that, but in close contests or mega contests, even a few extra points can make a huge difference. It might push you from rank 1000 to 100, or even to number 1. So choosing the right substitute is not just a bonus—it’s a game-changer.
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How to Add Blue Tick Player to Your Dream11 Team
So, now the next question. How do you actually add this blue dot player in your team?
It’s simple:
- When you are building your Dream11 team and selecting your main players, scroll down to the bottom.
- You’ll see an option to add a substitute player.
- That’s where you can choose a player to be your blue tick/blue dot substitute.
- If that player gets used in the real match as an impact player, you’ll get points.
But remember, you have to pick smartly. If you pick the wrong substitute, and they don’t come into the match, you won’t get any points.
The key is not just selecting any player as a sub but trying to guess who is more likely to be used. This requires some match awareness and a bit of prediction based on recent trends or team strategies.
Why Picking the Right Blue Tick Player Matters
Let’s take an example. Suppose there are two players: Player A and Player B. Both are on the bench. Only one of them might get used as a substitute. If you choose Player A, but Player B is the one who plays, you get zero points from your sub.
So before picking, try to guess or research who the team is more likely to use as an impact player.
You can:
- Check past match trends.
- Follow toss updates.
- Use fantasy prediction apps.
- Read match previews from trusted sources.
- Watch team announcements just before the match begins.
- Check injury updates or recent player form.
All these things help you figure out the chances of a substitute getting used.
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Real Match Example
In one of our recent teams, we added two blue tick players as substitutes: Nayan and Madhwal. One of them came in and played well. Since very few people had picked them, we got a lot of points and ranked much higher.
That’s the power of a good blue tick pick.
Even when your core players are the same as others, this one smart choice can give you an edge. And that’s what fantasy is all about—finding small gains that turn into big wins.
Final Thoughts
So now you know what is the meaning of blue tick in Dream11 team. It’s not just a visual mark—it’s a big fantasy point opportunity that most people ignore.
Just remember:
- Blue tick means substitute or impact player
- Select them when building your team (before match starts)
- Pick smartly, based on who is likely to come in and perform
Top fantasy players always use this trick to get ahead.
So try it out in your next match. And if you found this helpful, like the post & share it with your friends. Let’s help everyone understand Dream11 better. See you in the next one!
