IPL 2025: CSK vs MI – Biggest Player Duels to Watch

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is returning with exciting cricket action, which is all set to begin on March 22, 2025. This season holds the promise of exciting matches, fierce rivalries, and memorable performances by the best cricketers in the world. Fans globally are eagerly waiting to watch and support their favorite teams. From watching television to streaming online, here is a complete guide to IPL 2025 

Match Details: CSK vs MI – IPL 2025

• Date: April 20, 2025
•  Time: 7:30 PM IST
•  Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Shaik Rasheed vs. Jasprit Bumrah
Young Rasheed's coolness is tested big time against world-class Bumrah during the powerplay.

MS Dhoni vs. Mitchell Santner
Old CSK teammates now confront each other, looking for Dhoni to attack Santner's overs in the death overs.

Rachin Ravindra vs. Deepak Chahar
Rachin's batting form will be tested by Chahar's swing under the Wankhede lights.

Rohit Sharma vs. Matheesha Pathirana
Experience against toe-crushing yorkers can Rohit tame the Lankan slinger?

Suryakumar Yadav against Ravindra Jadeja
SKY's wristy touch against Jadeja's sharp, flat spin, this can be a middle-overs game-changer.

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Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings Playing XI 

Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi/ Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Jamie Overton/ Ravichandran Ashwin, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj  

Impact Player: Noor Ahmed

Mumbai Indians Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton, Suryakumar Yadav, Will Jacks, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Impact Player: Vignesh Puthur

IPL 2025's 38th match, Mumbai Indians  (MI) vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK)—will take place on 20th April 2025 at the grand Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. This match is also called the "El Clasico" in the IPL world, where the two most successful teams of the league come together.

Head-to-Head Record

MI and CSK have clashed 38 times in the IPL, with 2 additional games in the Champions League T20.

• MI Wins: 20
• CSK Wins: 18
• No Result: 0

MI has a territorial advantage in winning the battles with 21 wins, meaning both teams have been engaged in multiple close games of the IPL. All matches are of high significance due to the IPL titles shared by both teams. With a batting-friendly pitch, Wankhede, with short boundaries to add to it, should provide some fireworks along with spins and pace together.

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Notable Matches in MI vs CSK History

IPL 2025, Match 03 (March, Chennai)

• MI: 155/9
• CSK: 158/6 (19.1)
• Result: CSK won by 4 wickets

MI's innings had us soaring with excitement with powerful batting completions from Suryakumar (29) and Tilak (31). CSK had bowlers Noor Ahmad (4/18) and Khaleel (3/29) eliminate MI's bats. MI's debut bowler Vignesh (3/32) was impressive but eventually fell short and was only a good note on a tough outing for MI. CSK's top batsman in a narrowed chase was Ruturaj Gaikwad (53), and Rachin (65*) brought CSK home in a thrilling contest. Noor Ahmad was named Player of the Match. MI, who had unfortunate things go against them, will finish the match with 13 consecutive seasons of beating themselves in the first match of the season.

IPL 2013, Final (May, Kolkata)

• MI: 148/9
• CSK: 125/9
• Result: MI won by 23 runs

Pollard (60*), who came in at number 6 off only 32 balls, is the most vital player of the match, as MI was otherwise faltering along and behind in the game. Maybe the legends acknowledge it takes four amazing performances from the CSK captain to help to eventually palliate the defeat and 9 runs from seven balls. MI's leading bowlers, Malinga (2/22) and Johnson (2/19), set the scene for MI to take their first-ever title, which would become five additional titles.

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IPL 2019, Final (May 12) - Hyderabad

• MI: 149/8
• CSK: 148/7
• Result: MI won by 1 run

 Pollard's 41* helped MI to 149 with Watson's 80 looking to give CSK some hope. Malinga's final over heroics and an lbw to Thakur on the last ball ensured MI won by 1 run to claim their fourth title. Malinga was Player of the Match.

IPL 2010, Final (April 25) - Mumbai

• CSK: 168/5
• MI: 146/9
• Result: CSK won by 22 runs

 Raina's 57 from 35 helped CSK to 168 and MI lost their momentum when Ashwin and Muralitharan conceded only 41 runs in their 8 overs. Bollinger's 2/15 helped CSK to their first IPL title. Raina was Player of the Match.

In IPL 2025 Match 38, the Mumbai Indians, led by their captain, Hardik Pandya, will face off against the team of Chennai Super Kings, whose captain is Ruturaj Gaikwad, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 20th, 2025. This evening’s clash starts at 7:30 PM IST, promising a high-octane “El Clasico” of the IPL.

Wankhede Stadium Stats and Records

• Total Matches: 121
• Batting 1st Won: 55
• Batting 2nd Won: 66
• No Result: 0
• Highest Total: 235/1 by Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians in 2015
• Lowest Total: 67 all out by Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians in 2008
• Highest Run-chase: 214/4 by Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals in 2023
• Lowest Total Defended: 118/9 by Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018
• Average 1st Innings Score: 171
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 158

Pacemen benefit from the initial swing while batting at Wankhede because this stadium provides batters with short boundaries and natural bounce. Dew often favors chasing teams.

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Weather and Pitch Report:

The temperature in Mumbai on April 20, 2025, will reach warm levels between 29 and 34°C under mostly sunny conditions accompanied by 50-60% relative humidity. Dew is expected to appear during the game, which provides advantages to the team starting their innings second. Thanks to its bowling comfort points, Wankhede Stadium provides excellent pace and bounce for heavy batting offense; however, early swing opportunities favor Jasprit Bumrah (MI) and Matheesha Pathirana (CSK) in their fast bowling approach. The wet conditions prevent spinners from achieving success toward the later part of the match. A score between 180 and 210 stands as competitive, while chasing offers the most advantage in this match.

MI vs CSK: Match Preview

The MI squad strives to achieve victory at their home ground after their loss against CSK in Match 3, where they managed to chase down 156 runs in 19.1 overs. Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav direct an offensive batting lineup that Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya strengthen. The team is led by Jasprit Bumrah, who approaches 300 T20 wickets, while Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, and Mitchell Santner support their quick bowling attack. In his first matches against CSK, Vignesh Puthur made a successful 3/32 bowling appearance.

The success of CSK in Chennai provides momentum while Ruturaj Gaikwad delivers 53 runs off 36 balls against MI and Rachin Ravindra maintains stability with his 65* against MI. The batting lineup features middle-order players, including MS Dhoni, who needs 19 more runs to match the all-time record of CSK and Shivam Dube. The spin trio of Noor Ahmad, who took 4/18 against MI alongside Ravichandran Ashwin with CSK’s record 8 wickets, and Ravindra Jadeja lead the team alongside the quick bowling talents of Pathirana.

​The upcoming IPL 2025 match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, promises an exciting contest, given the venue's batting-friendly conditions and the anticipated weather. 

MI vs CSK: Match Details

• Date: 20th April , 2025​
• Time: 7:30 PM IST​
• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Win % Batting First: 49%
• Win % Bowling First: 51%

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MI vs CSK: Weather Report  

• Temperature & Humidity: The weather in Mumbai will be warm, with temperatures ranging from 28 to 34°C and humidity levels around 60%, making conditions tough for players.
• 25% Rain Interruption: There is a forecast of rain, ensuring an interrupted match at Wankhede Stadium.
• Dew Factor: Dew is expected in the second innings, which might make gripping the ball difficult for bowlers, favoring the chasing team.

MI vs CSK: Pitch Report

• Wankhede Stadium is renowned for its batting-friendly pitch, characterized by red soil and short boundaries, facilitating high-scoring encounters.
• Batsmen benefit from true bounce and carry, allowing for stroke play.
•  Fast bowlers may find initial assistance with movement and bounce, especially when the ball is new and hard. Spinners, however, often face challenges due to the minimal turn offered by the surface. Historically, the average first innings score in IPL matches here is around 169 runs, indicating the pitch's support for batsmen.

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Wankhede Station Records

• Highest Team Total: 235/1 by Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Mumbai Indians.​
• Lowest Team Total: 67/10 by Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Mumbai Indians.​
• Average First Innings Score: 169 runs.

MI vs CSK Match Preview

On Sunday night, the Mumbai Indians (MI) will face the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Wankhede Stadium in IPL 2025 match 38. After a rocky start, MI appears to have found their stride with two consecutive victories and will hope to build on that momentum. CSK, on the other hand, is near the bottom with only two wins from seven games and hasn't looked like one another this season. Having said that, they'll take whatever momentum they can get from their last victory. These two have endured some thrilling contests over the years, but based on current form, MI appear to be the stronger team this time.

MI vs CSK Match Details 

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings – 38th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Date & Time: 20th April 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar 

MI vs CSK Venue Stats

MI vs CSK Pitch Report

The pitch at Wankhede Stadium is usually flat and offers plenty of runs. However, the ball moves around under lights, and seamers will benefit from the new ball in the initial few overs.

MI vs CSK Weather Report

Mumbai's weather will be extremely humid and warm, with no rain interruptions.   

MI vs CSK Last Five Matches

MI vs CSK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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MI vs CSK Probable Playing XIs:

Mumbai Indians Probable Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XIs

Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for MI vs CSK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Mumbai Indians

• Tilak Varma – Tilak Varma has also looked sharp, scoring two half-centuries in his last three innings. He has a good chance of scoring 30 or more points again here.
• Hardik Pandya –  Hardik Pandya has also added value with the ball, grabbing 11 wickets despite being slightly expensive at 9.15 per over.

Top Picks – Chennai Super Kings

• Shaik Rasheed – Shaik Rasheed opened against LSG and gave them the start they were looking for—27 off 19 balls in the powerplay.
• Noor Ahmad –  Noor Ahmad proved to be the standout overall, taking 12 wickets at 7.12.

MI vs CSK Probable Winners:

This one will come down on which team gets the most out of its batting lineup. Chennai Super Kings have the most dynamic batting order on paper, and they will be salivating at the prospect of batting at Wankhede. However, as IPL 2025 has demonstrated, they have also thrown it away with reckless shots and unexpected collapses. However, when it clicks—as it did in their previous outing—they can annihilate any attack under these batting-friendly conditions. Mumbai, however, has Bumrah and Boult in sync, making things difficult for CSK. MI's bowlers look sharp, and their hitters are also improving. Considering the team combination, Mumbai Indians is expected to win this match.

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings meet again. Both teams had struggles after the first game but Mumbai seems to be finally getting out of its rut. They won their last two games rather comfortably with Jasprit Bumrah looking good and Rohit Sharma too had some crisp shots in the win against Sunrisers. The batting depth is starting look really scary and the bowling versatality is showing through as well. They have momentum building and the game could well be different this time around.

CSK come in with challenges. They snapped their losing streak against Lucknow but is that enough? Their bowling was very good in the previous game with Ashwin getting a break but there remains a lot of questions. The biggest on though is the role of Rahul Tripathi and Vijay Shankar. Are they still good enough to be in the middle-order? Does Jadeja get a longer rope in the middle? He has the potential with his ability to rotate strike at ease but Jadeja still has concerns when he gets tied down by quality spin. A massive positive though was Shaik Rasheed who announced himself into the IPL and looks to be one who can provide the spark for CSK at the top.

MI vs CSK Match Details

Date: April 20th, 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

MI vs CSK Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Pitch Report

Average Score Batting First in the five games: 177

Average Score Batting Second in the five games: 199

Wins Batting First in the last Five games: 2

Wins Batting Second in the last Five games: 3

Batting second could be a better choice with dew playing a factor at Mumbai.

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Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Head to Head

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings Playing XI 

Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi/ Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Jamie Overton/ Ravichandran Ashwin, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj  

Impact Player: Noor Ahmed

Mumbai Indians Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickleton, Suryakumar Yadav, Will Jacks, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah

Impact Player: Vignesh Puthur

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings: Players to Watch

Rachin Ravindra

Rachin Ravindra hasn't lit the stage up much after the first two games. He has struggled to find gaps after playing some crisp shots and will be desperately hoping for some luck at the Wankhede.

Trent Boult

Trent Boult generally has a good record against the Chennai Top order. He knows how to put them under pressure and could play a part in pushing CSK into their shell early. 

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Match Tips

Mumbai start favorites at home with momentum and two good wins on their side.

Match Prediction: Chennai Super Kings Will Win the Match

The Wankhede Stadium will play host to one of the season's biggest matches on Sunday, April 20, when Mumbai Indians host Chennai Super Kings. Both sides have won the IPL five times and have a reputation for a bitter rivalry. Whenever these two sides face each other, the fans are in for a special match.

Before the confrontation, MI's veteran player Rohit Sharma had this to say to Star Sports on facing MS Dhoni. "MS Dhoni has captained for so long. He's won so many matches and trophies. You can't relax when you're playing against him. Dhoni is not someone who lets the game drift. You have to stay alert the whole time," Rohit stated.

A Rivalry of Legends

This is an indication of the great regard between the two players. Dhoni is renowned for his ability to remain cool and make intelligent decisions when things are tense. Throughout the years, he has assisted CSK in winning numerous close matches using his calm demeanor and intelligent captaincy.

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Question - "Thoughts on playing against MS Dhoni in IPL? (Star Sports).

Rohit Sharma - "MS Dhoni captained so long. He won so many matches, he won so many Trophies. So you can't relax when you're playing against him. Dhoni is not someone who will let the game drift away from him… pic.twitter.com/l1lGv7Q3gI

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 18, 2025

Rohit also has a giant legacy in the IPL. He has won six titles as a player, five of them as captain of MI. But 2025 has been a challenging year for him. He is no longer captain and has been utilized as an Impact Player. In six games so far, he has only managed 82 runs with an average of 13.67. His best performance was against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he scored 26 runs from 16 balls.

Yet, when Rohit and Dhoni come face-to-face on the pitch, the numbers are forgotten. It's always that big match vibe, the past, and the fire both of these players carry. This is not a game, it's a war between two of IPL's biggest legends.

Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma had a rather unfortunate outing in one of the matches of IPL 2025 when he was dismissed for a duck. This was his unfortunate 18th zero in IPL history which makes him the player with the most number of ducks in the tournament. After his dismissal, cricket fans took to Twitter to express their disappointment in a rather humorus and trolling fashion.

Anyway nice tribute to 18th IPL season 😊 pic.twitter.com/c1TVaQqHYk

— Groot (@gjdickf) March 23, 2025

MI Fans Debate Trolling Rohit Sharma’s Unwanted Record:-

Rohit Sharma’s dismissal led to fresh round of trolling and his fans certainly had a lot of reactions and memes to portray how much they enjoyed the fact that he set an IPL record that he won’t be particularly proud of. A bunch of users jokingly claimed that Rohit should place his duck collection right alongside his five IPL trophies.

 Others moved to photographically edit memes of him looking dejected with none scores next to his name.

Rohit Sharma bags his 18th duck in IPL 18! 😲

Most Ducks in IPL history:
🥇 18 - Glenn Maxwell (129 inns)
🥇 18 - Dinesh Karthik (234 inns)
🥇 18 - Rohit Sharma (253 inns)
🥈 16 - Piyush Chawla (92 inns)
🥈 16 - Sunil Narine (111 inns)

Unwanted record for the Hitman! 😬 #IPL… pic.twitter.com/SvpmcEVNgA

— BSGG India (@BsggIndia) March 23, 2025

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A tough phase for the MI captain:-

With Rohit Sharma being one of the most successful captains of the IPL, while his growing number of ducks is indeed astonishing. Amid the trolls, Sharma’s experience and past achievements bring to light the notion that while form is temporary, class is permanent. MI fans will now be hoping for a strong comeback from their troubled captain as the tournament moves forward.

Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians: Head-to-Head in IPL 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 began with a thrilling game in which Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) beat Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by seven wickets. The third match of the season will witness one of the fiercest rivalries in IPL history: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs. Mumbai Indians (MI) at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium on March 23, 2025. This article will give an overview of their head-to-head record, previous performances, and season preview.

Match Details:

• Date: March 23, 2025
• Time: Evening Match
• Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Live Broadcast: Star Sports & JioCinema

Top Performers in CSK vs MI Matches

Most Runs in CSK vs MI Matches

• MS Dhoni (CSK): 1,200+ runs
• Rohit Sharma (MI): 1,000+ runs

Highest Individual Score

• Brendon McCullum (CSK): 158*
• Chris Gayle (MI): 100*

Most Wickets in CSK vs MI Matches

• Dwayne Bravo (CSK): 30 wickets
• Lasith Malinga (MI): 30 wickets

Best Bowling Figures

• Dwayne Bravo (CSK): 4/22
• Jasprit Bumrah (MI): 4/14

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The match between CSK and MI will take place in Chennai, where the complicated surface will lead to a test of skill and experience. 

Match Details:

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Date: March 23, 2025

Stadium: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Weather and Pitch Conditions:

Weather:

The temperature is expected to rise to 30.0 C - there won’t be any rain to spoil play and the skies will be clear.

Pitch:

Chennai's pitch is generally on the slower side and for spinners with no assist for fast-bowlers. Hence, it is difficult to score runs during open play.

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CSK vs MI Probable Playing XIs:

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians Probable Playing XIs

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(wk), Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Will Jacks, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Karn Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Reece Topley (Impact Player)