Chepauk Pitch Report: CSK vs DC IPL 2025 – Weather, Head-to-Head & Playing XI
IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals: Cricket fans are in for a double dose of excitement on Saturday, 5th April, as the 17th and 18th matches of IPL 2025 will be played. The first thrilling encounter of the double-header day will see Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chennai.
In the IPL Points Table, DC is among the top teams with 4 points, while CSK is struggling in the lower half with just 2 points. Playing at home, CSK will aim for a strong comeback, but Delhi’s strong form makes this a tough challenge. Let’s break down the pitch report, head-to-head stats, weather, live streaming details, and predicted playing XIs for this exciting match.
CSK vs DC: MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium, also known as Chepauk, is known for its spin-friendly pitch. The surface here generally offers slow, turning conditions where spinners thrive. The ball tends to stay low and can be tough for batsmen to play big shots early on. To score big runs, batsmen need to settle in first and build their innings carefully.
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In the early matches of IPL 2025, the pitch seemed a bit flat, with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) scoring close to 200 runs. However, teams prefer to bat first when they win the toss at this venue. The pitch offers some help for fast bowlers at the start of the innings, but as the game progresses and the ball gets older, spinners dominate.
Key Stats at MA Chidambaram Stadium
Total IPL matches played: 79
Matches won by the team batting first: 47
Matches won by the team chasing: 32
Spinners likely to dominate as the game progresses.
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CSK vs DC: Weather Forecast for Chennai
On April 5, Chennai is expected to have partly cloudy skies with minimal chances of rain. The maximum temperature is predicted to be around 33°C, with a minimum of 26°C. Fans can expect a full 40-over match without any rain interruptions.
Head-to-Head: CSK vs DC at MA Chidambaram Stadium
In the 9 encounters between CSK and DC at Chepauk, CSK has had the upper hand, winning 7 of those matches. DC has only managed to win twice at this venue.
MA Chidambaram Stadium IPL Stats
Total matches played: 87
Most runs in a match: Murali Vijay (127 runs)
Best bowling figures: Akash Madhwal (5/5)
Highest team total: Chennai Super Kings – 246/5
Lowest team total: Royal Challengers Bangalore – 70
Where to Watch the Match
You can catch the live action of the CSK vs DC match on TV via the Star Sports network. For online streaming, tune in to the JioCinema & Hot Star app or visit their website.
Predicted Playing XIs for CSK and DC
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Jake Fraser-McGurk
Faf du Plessis
Abhishek Porel
KL Rahul
Tristan Stubbs
Axar Patel
Vipraj Nigam
Kuldeep Yadav
Mohit Sharma
Mukesh Kumar
Mitchell Starc
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Rachin Ravindra
Rahul Tripathi
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain)
Vijay Shankar
Ravindra Jadeja
MS Dhoni (Wicketkeeper)
Jamie Overton
Ravichandran Ashwin
Noor Ahmad
Matheesa Pathirana
Khaleel Ahmed
As IPL 2025 intensifies, the Chennai Super Kings will look to bounce back in front of their home crowd, while the Delhi Capitals will be aiming to maintain their winning streak. With spin-friendly conditions, a strategic approach to batting and bowling will be crucial for both teams. Stay tuned for an exciting encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium!
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