IPL CSK vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Arch rivals Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will battle it out in the 8th match of IPL 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The match that also brings two superstars, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, is going to be played at each other, will have its first ball bowled on March 28, 7:30 PM.
Chennai Super Kings started the IPL 2025 campaign in style by beating Mumbai Indians at home. RCB too had a scintillating start as they went to Kolkata to beat the defending champions by 7 wickets.
IPL CSK vs RCB Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025 Date and Time:
- Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
- Time: 07:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
IPL CSK vs RCB Live Streaming: How To Watch
Fans can enjoy the CSK vs RCB match live on TV on the Star Sports Network. They can also stream the event live on the JioHotstar App and Website.
IPL CSK vs RCB Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025 Full Squad:
Chennai Super Kings Full Squad:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), MS Dhoni (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway (wk), Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Shaik Rasheed, Vansh Bedi (wk), Vijay Shankar, Andre Siddarth, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Sam Curran, Matheesha Pathirana, Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Choudhary, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Anshul Kamboj, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Noor Ahmad, Shreyas Gopal, Gurjapneet Singh.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Full Squad:
Rajat Patidar (C), Virat Kohli, Phil Salt (wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Swastik Chikara, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Krunal Pandya, Jacob Bethell, Manoj Bhandage, Romario Shepherd, Swapnil Singh, Mohit Rathee, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Lungi Ngidi, Josh Hazelwood, Nuwan Thushara, Rasikh Salam, Abhinandan Singh.
Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Head-to-Head
- Matches Played: 34
- Chennai Super Kings Won: 22
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru Won: 11
- No Contest: 01
- First Played: April 27, 2008 (CSK win)
- Last Played: May 18, 2024 (RCB win)
CSK vs RCB Toss Update
*To be updated after the toss*
CSK vs RCB Todays Match Prediction; Predicted XIs:
Chennai Super Kings Predicted XI:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (wk), Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Khaleel Ahmed (IP), Noor Ahmad, Nathan Ellis
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted XI:
Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (C), Devdutt Padikkal, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Phil Salt, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal (IP), Rasikh Salam, Suyash Sharma
CSK vs RCB Match 8 MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
Unlike the highways in some other venues, the Chennai pitch is one of the most competitive surfaces in IPL 2024. Pacers will enjoy some early movement, while as the game progresses, spinners will come into play, making stroke-making a challenge. That said, big totals aren’t out of the equation, but batters will need to work hard and play smart cricket to put up a huge score.
Expect the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, and Wanindu Hasaranga to have a big role to play, with spinners dictating terms in the middle overs.
Chennai Weather Report
Chennai’s weather will test the players’ stamina, with temperatures hovering around 30°C at the start of the match. While the mercury will dip slightly as the game progresses, the humidity and strong winds will make things interesting. There will be some cloud cover, but thankfully, no threat of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted contest.
With bowler-friendly conditions and high humidity, this clash will be a fascinating test of skill, patience, and adaptability. Buckle up for an intense battle at Chepauk!
CSK vs RCB Todays Match Prediction: 3 Players To Watch Out For
The 3 key players to look into in the CSK vs RCB match are
- Rachin Ravindra: Chennai Super Kings batter
- Krunal Pandya: Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder
- Noor Ahmad: Chennai Super Kings bowler
Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match 8?
Chennai Super Kings have more chances to thrive as the winner in the CSK vs RCB match.
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