IPL 2025, Match - 3 | CSK vs MI | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play against Mumbai Indian (MI) in the third game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. CSK failed to qualify for the Playoffs in the previous edition of IPL. Whereas, MI performed terribly in the last season and finished at the bottom of the points table.

CSK will step into IPL 2025 with a revamped squad, a composed leader in Ruturaj Gaikwad, and a determination to get back to their best. Gaikwad will anchor the batting lineup, bringing an impressive IPL track record. The return of Ravichandran Ashwin after ten years and Sam Curran after four strengthens the all-rounder department. Ravindra Jadeja’s presence further stabilizes both batting and bowling. Chepauk’s spin-friendly tracks will make Jadeja, Ashwin, and Afghanistan’s Noor Ahmad crucial in the middle overs.

On the other hand, for their opening fixture, MI will be without Hardik Pandya due to a slow over-rate suspension from last season. Suryakumar Yadav will step in as captain. The expected top order of Rohit, Rickelton, Tilak, and Suryakumar should bring an attacking approach. This aggressive start will allow players like Will Jacks and Naman Dhir to take charge in the death overs and push the scoring further. In the bowling department, Santner could edge out Jacks for the spin all-rounder’s role, given his current form and left-arm variety. 

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 07:00 PM IST (01:30 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 07:30 PM IST (02:00 PM GMT)

Match Venue - MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Head to Head

Matches Played - 37

Chennai Super Kings won - 17        Mumbai Indians won - 20

Last 5 meetings

Chennai Super Kings won - 04        Mumbai Indians won - 01

Pitch Report

The surface at Chepauk is known for its spin-friendly nature. There has been a turn on offer at the venue. Spinners get a bit of turn and help. It is one of the few grounds in India where bowlers dominate the batters.

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be hot and humid with clear skies. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 28°C  with 75% humidity.

Probable Playing XI  

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) - Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni(wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana 

Impact Player - Anshul Kamboj

Mumbai Indians (MI) - Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(wk), Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Will Jacks, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Karn Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult

Impact Player - Reece Topley

Must Picks

CSK - Rachin Ravindra, Noor Ahmad

MI - Rohit Sharma, Mitchell Santner

CSK vs MI Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Ryan Rickelton

Batters : Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad

All-rounder : Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner

Bowlers : Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Trent Boult

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Rachin Ravindra

Vice-Captain : Mitchell Santner

Prediction

CSK has a great record at Chepauk. They also have the wood over MI in recent encounters and will pack their XI with spinners to exploit the turning conditions. MI also have firepower in their batting unit. However, they will not have the services of Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya for this match. Hence, Chennai Super Kings are favourites to win this encounter. 

Sportco predicts Chennai Super Kings to beat Mumbai Indians in the third game of the Indian Premier League 2025.

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