CSK vs MI Match Prediction: On Day 2 of IPL 2025, the biggest rivalry of the Indian Premier League will take place in Chennai. CSK vs MI is dubbed as the El Clasico of cricket and there is a reason behind it. There have been numerous close clashes and the two teams winning five IPL titles each. Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians matches are never explosive encounters. Rather they are battles of minds and every department.
With Mumbai Indians missing captain Hardik Pandya and the best bowler in the world Jasprit Bumrah, they will be the underdogs. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the side while Ruturaj Gaikwad will aim to come out of MS Dhoni’s shadows in Chennai Super Kings.
Match Overview
- Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2025 Match 3
- Date: March 23, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai
- Broadcast: Live on Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
Chepauk’s pitch is renowned for being spin-friendly, gradually favouring slower bowlers as the game progresses. It might present challenges to the batsmen in the latter stages. The potential impact of dew could play a critical part, influencing the ball’s movement and possibly levelling the playing field for the side batting second. With such conditions, strategic spin bowling could prove decisive.
However, there is another strip at Chepauk that usually favours batters. It’s still unclear which surface will be used for the mega clash.
CSK vs MI Head-to-Head Records
Historically, the rivalry between CSK vs MI is highlighted by numerous close contests. Across 37 encounters in IPL, MI lead with with 21 wins compared to CSK’s 18 victories. However, CSK have recently gained an edge, winning four of their last five meetings.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 39 |
| Matches in IPL | 37 |
| Matches in CLT20 | 2 |
| Wins by Mumbai Indians (MI) | 21 (IPL: 20, CLT20: 1) |
| Wins by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 18 (IPL: 17, CLT20: 1) |
| In Chennai | MI – 5 matches, CSK – 3 |
| In Mumbai | MI – 8 matches, CSK – 8 |
| In Neutral Venues | MI – 8 matches, CSK – 7 |
| Top Run Scorer | Rohit Sharma (MI) – 837 runs |
| Top Wicket-Taker | Lasith Malinga (MI) & Dwayne Bravo (CSK/MI) – 37 wickets each |
CSK vs MI Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (CSK Playing 11):
With an eye on their sixth IPL title, CSK have retained a core of seasoned players. Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team boasts some of the biggest names in the game including MS Dhoni, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. CSK have fortified their spin department by adding Ashwin and Noor Ahmad. Additionally, with proven performers like Rahul Tripathi and Devon Conway in the lineup, CSK will be well-prepared to tackle high-pressure scenarios.
All. Set. Anbuden!
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Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
Rachin Ravindra
Rahul Tripathi
Shivam Dube
Sam Curran
Ravindra Jadeja
MS Dhoni (wk)
Ravichandran Ashwin
Khaleel Ahmed
Matheesha Pathirana
Noor Ahmad
Mumbai Indians (MI Playing 11):
Led by Suryakumar Yadav in the absence of Hardik Pandya, MI are a weaker side. With Jasprit Bumrah missing, Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar will share the pace attack. Former CSK star Mitchell Santner will lead MI’s spin attack. But in the batting department, there is a lot of depth. Rohit Sharma will open with Ryan Rickleton with Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav in No 3 and 4. Youngsters like Naman Dhir and KL Shrijith will provide ample firepower as well.
Tighten your seatbelts, it's time for the 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝟓
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) March 23, 2025#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #CSKvMI pic.twitter.com/DhxyAbR2nb
Rohit Sharma
Ryan Rickelton (WK)
Tilak Varma
Suryakumar Yadav (c)
Naman Dhir
KL Srijith/ Raj Bawa
Mitchell Santner
Corbin Bosch
Karn Sharma
Deepak Chahar
Trent Boult
CSK vs MI Key Players to Watch
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK): The skipper will look to set the tone at the top with his batting prowess.
- Suryakumar Yadav (MI): Taking on captaincy duties, his batting will be pivotal for MI’s performance.
Bowlers to Watch
- Ravichandran Ashwin (CSK): Expected to thrive in spin-friendly conditions, his experience could be crucial.
- Trent Boult (MI): With his pace and tactical acumen, Boult’s contribution could be game-defining for MI.
CSK vs MI Match Prediction
Considering the match conditions and CSK’s adeptness on spin-favouring tracks, they hold a slight advantage heading into this contest. Their strong spin attack, paired with the strategic acumen and home advantage at Chepauk, positions them as favourites against MI, who are disadvantaged by the absence of prominent players like Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah. Expect CSK to leverage these factors effectively and potentially secure a victory in this eagerly awaited clash.
