The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is in full swing, and cricket fans are eagerly awaiting one of the biggest rivalries in the tournament—Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Mumbai Indians (MI). These two powerhouse teams, both five-time IPL champions, are set to face off on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai.

A Rivalry Steeped in History

CSK and MI have faced each other 37 times in IPL history. Mumbai holds a slight edge with 20 victories, while Chennai has claimed 17 wins. However, in the last seven encounters, CSK has dominated with five wins, making this contest even more exciting.

Match Details

• Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST)

• Venue: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), Chennai

Chepauk Pitch Report: A Test for Batsmen and a Paradise for Spinners

The Chepauk pitch is traditionally known for assisting spinners. The surface tends to slow down as the game progresses, making stroke play challenging. Batters will need to apply themselves, while bowlers—especially spinners—will look to dominate. Historically, teams batting first have won 46 matches, while teams chasing have won 31 at this venue.

Weather Report

The weather forecast for match day in Chennai indicates a possibility of thunderstorms, but the conditions are expected to clear up before the start of play. The temperature is likely to hover around 30°C in the evening.

Team Previews

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Preview

Under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK is looking to carry forward its legacy after MS Dhoni stepped down as captain. CSK has retained key players like MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, and Ruturaj Gaikwad. They have also strengthened their squad with potential signings like Sam Curran and Maheesh Theekshana.

Mumbai Indians (MI) Preview

MI, now led by Suryakumar Yadav, will miss the presence of Hardik Pandya in this match due to suspension. However, they have a formidable lineup with Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Trent Boult. Mumbai will rely on its all-rounders and power-packed batting lineup to counter the Chepauk conditions.

Predicted Playing XI

CSK’s Probable XI:

1. Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)

2. MS Dhoni (wk)

3. Ravindra Jadeja

4. Rahul Tripathi

5. Devon Conway / Rachin Ravindra

6. Deepak Hooda / Vijay Shankar

7. Shivam Dube

8. Sam Curran

9. R Ashwin

10. Matheesha Pathirana

11. Khaleel Ahmed / Anshul Kamboj

MI’s Probable XI:

1. Suryakumar Yadav (c)

2. Rohit Sharma

3. Ryan Rickelton (wk)

4. Naman Dhir

5. Robin Minz

6. Mitchell Santner

7. Tilak Varma

8. Deepak Chahar

9. Karn Sharma

10. Trent Boult

11. Corbin Bosch / Mujeeb Ur Rahman