Match Details
- Teams: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Date & Time: March 28, 2025, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network, JioHotstar 13.
Key Highlights
- Head-to-Head Record: CSK dominate with 21 wins vs RCB’s 11 in 33 IPL matches 14.
- Recent Form: Both teams won their opening games. CSK beat MI by 4 wickets, while RCB defeated KKR by 7 wickets 38.
- Pitch Report: Spin-friendly surface with an average first-innings score of 147–151. Toss-winning captain may prefer batting first 18.
- Weather: Clear skies, 28–32°C, minimal rain risk 8.
Probable Playing XIs
CSK:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed.
Impact Sub: Rahul Tripathi 15.
RCB:
Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar/Rasikh Salam, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma.
Impact Sub: Devdutt Padikkal 48.
Fantasy XI Recommendations
- Wicketkeepers: Phil Salt, MS Dhoni
- Batters: Virat Kohli (VC), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra (C), Rajat Patidar
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya
- Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed
- Budget Picks: Shivam Dube, Yash Dayal 17.
Captain/Vice-Captain Choices:
- Safe Picks: Virat Kohli, Rachin Ravindra
- Punt Picks: Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya 67.
Key Players to Watch
- Rachin Ravindra (CSK): Scored 65* in the opener; excels against spin 38.
- Virat Kohli (RCB): 59* vs KKR; holds 1,053 runs against CSK 46.
- Noor Ahmad (CSK): Took 4/18 in his debut; Chepauk’s spin-friendly track suits him 8.
- Krunal Pandya (RCB): Player of the Match in RCB’s opener with 3 wickets 48.
Match Prediction
CSK holds a psychological edge at Chepauk, where RCB last won in 2008. With home advantage and a stronger spin attack, Chennai Super Kings are likely to win.
Pro Tip: Update your fantasy teams post-toss, as RCB may swap Liam Livingstone for Jacob Bethell if conditions favor spin 3.
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FAQs Section:
Q: Why is Chepauk a challenge for RCB?
A: RCB has only 1 win here since 2008 due to CSK’s spin dominance.
Q: Who is the best fantasy captain?
A: Rachin Ravindra (form + spin advantage) or Virat Kohli (consistency).
