The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 continues with Match 43 featuring Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Both teams are eager to secure a win to improve their standings in the tournament.
Match Details
- Fixture: Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Date & Time: Friday, April 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and JioCinema
Latest Team News & Predicted Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK, led by MS Dhoni, is expected to field a balanced side:
- Probable XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Sam Curran, Ravichandran Ashwin, Khaleel Ahmed, Nathan Ellis, Noor Ahmad, Deepak Hooda
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH, under Pat Cummins, may line up as follows:
- Probable XI: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Nitish Reddy, Ishan Kishan, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Mohammad Shami, Rahul Chahar, Adam Zampa, Jaydev Unadkat
CSK vs SRH Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch has traditionally favored spinners, but recent matches have seen a more balanced surface, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. The average first-innings score here is around 160-170. Spinners like Ravindra Jadeja and Rahul Chahar could play pivotal roles.
Weather Report
Chennai is expected to be hot and humid during the match, with temperatures ranging between 31°C to 33°C and humidity levels around 75%. No rain is forecasted, ensuring a full match.
Top Fantasy Picks
CSK vs SRH Dream11 Captain Choice
- Abhishek Sharma: An aggressive opener who can also contribute with the ball.
- Ravindra Jadeja: A reliable all-rounder with the ability to impact the game in all departments.
CSK vs SRH Dream11 Vice Captain Choice
- Travis Head: In good form with the bat, capable of anchoring the innings.
- Shivam Dube: A powerful middle-order batter who can accelerate the scoring rate.
CSK vs SRH Dream11 Top Picks
- Batters: Travis Head, Shivam Dube
- All-rounders: Abhishek Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja
- Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Noor Ahmad
Sample Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Heinrich Klaasen
- Batters: Travis Head, Shivam Dube, Ruturaj Gaikwad
- All-rounders: Abhishek Sharma (C), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Sam Curran
- Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Rahul Chahar
Reasoning:
- Abhishek Sharma is chosen as captain due to his dual role as an opener and part-time bowler.
- Ravindra Jadeja is vice-captain for his consistent all-round performances.
- Travis Head and Shivam Dube are in good batting form, making them valuable picks.
- Harshal Patel and Noor Ahmad have been effective in taking wickets, especially in the middle overs.
Final Tips
- Small League: Focus on consistent performers like Abhishek Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja for captaincy roles.
Grand League: Consider differential picks like Noor Ahmad or Rahul Chahar as captain or vice-captain to gain an edge.
