The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are set to lock horns with the Mumbai Indians (MI) in a thrilling IPL 2025 clash on March 23 at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Scheduled for a 7:30 PM IST start, this match promises to bring fans a high-voltage contest between two of the league’s most celebrated franchises.
CSK, led by the composed Ruturaj Gaikwad, boast a balanced lineup featuring the likes of Devon Conway, Ravindra Jadeja, and the promising Matheesha Pathirana. With a mix of experience and fresh talent, the Super Kings will look to make a strong statement in their opening game.
On the other hand, MI, captained by the dynamic Suryakumar Yadav, have a powerhouse squad, including veterans like Rohit Sharma, Trent Boult, and Mitchell Santner. Known for their aggressive approach, Mumbai Indians will aim to outclass their southern rivals and set the tone for the season.
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Over the years, the CSK-MI rivalry has been a highlight of the IPL, delivering memorable moments. With Mumbai winning 21 of their 39 encounters and Chennai securing 18 victories, this match will be a crucial chapter in their enduring rivalry.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
If the pitch offers any turn, Mitchell Santner could be a game-changer for MI. Having recently switched from CSK, the experienced New Zealand skipper knows the conditions well. However, CSK have a counter to his threat — four left-handers in their top-six, a lineup designed to handle spin effectively.
Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed that CSK have finalized their top-order plans, with a decision between Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. Conway was instrumental in CSK’s 2023 title win, even securing the Player of the Match award in the final. Yet, Ravindra’s recent form, highlighted by his Player of the Champions Trophy award, makes it a tough call.
Probable XII: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, will miss the services of Jasprit Bumrah due to a back injury and Hardik Pandya, serving a one-match ban for overrate violations. Ruturaj Gaikwad has struggled against Trent Boult, falling three times in 26 balls. This battle could set the tone for the entire game.
Probable XII: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Naman Dhir, Robin Minz (wk), Mitchell Santner, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Satyanarayana Raju/Arjun Tendulkar, Vignesh Puthur
Fantasy XI Suggestion 1:
Devon Conway, Ryan Rickelton, MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma (vc), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Suryakumar Yadav, Rachin Ravindra (c), Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Santner, Matheesha Pathirana, Trent Boult
Fantasy XI Suggestion 2:
Devon Conway, Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Suryakumar Yadav (vc), Rachin Ravindra, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Santner, Matheesha Pathirana, Trent Boult
