IPL 2025: Match 43, CSK vs SRH Cricket Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between CSK vs SRH of IPL 2025?

Match Preview

 

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will aim to break their three-match losing streak at Chepauk when they take on the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The match is scheduled to be played at MA Chidambaram, Chennai, on April 25.

 

Chennai Super Kings

CSK's recent form has been concerning, with four losses in their last five matches. This performance mirrors their 2022 season, where they also had two wins from eight games and finished ninth. The team's batting lineup has struggled, and several auction picks have yet to make a significant impact, with the exception of Noor Ahmad. Playing at their home ground, CSK will look to leverage their familiarity with the conditions. The pitch is traditionally spin-friendly, which could benefit their spin-heavy bowling attack. Historically, CSK has dominated SRH at this venue, having never lost to them in Chennai. With both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, CSK will aim to capitalize on their home advantage and rectify their batting inconsistencies. A victory here could serve as a turning point in their campaign.

 

Sunriser Hyderabad

 

SRH's recent form has been concerning, with four losses in their last five matches. The team's batting lineup has struggled, and several players have yet to make a significant impact. The bowling unit has also faced challenges, particularly in adapting to different pitch conditions. Playing at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, SRH will need to adapt to the spin-friendly conditions. The pitch traditionally assists spinners, which could be a challenge for SRH's batting lineup. Incorporating an extra spinner, such as Rahul Chahar or Kamindu Mendis, might be a strategic move to exploit the conditions. With both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, SRH will aim to rectify their inconsistencies and adapt to the challenging conditions at Chepauk. A victory here could serve as a turning point in their campaign.

 

Match Details

 

CSK vs SRH Match Details
Venue	MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Date and Time	25 April, 7:30 PM IST
Live Broadcast Details	Star Sports
Live Streaming Details	JioHotstar (app and website)

 

Pitch Report

 

Usually, the Chepauk surface is considered to be good for the spinners, but this year in IPL 2025, the case has gotten a bit complex, with it no longer favouring the spinner but the pacers. The average first innings total in IPL 2024 was 160, but it has drastically increased to 175, which means the surface will be good for the batters to bat on. Off-break bowlers are likely to get some assistance.

 

Head-to-Head Record

 

H2H Records - CSK vs SRH in IPL
Total Matches	21
Won by Chennai Super Kings	15
Won by Delhi Capitals	6
Tied	0
No Result	0

 

Probable Playing XI

 

• Chennai Super Kings: Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c/wk), Vijay Shankar, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton. (Impact Subs: Anshul Kamboj, Andre Siddarth, Mukesh Choudhary, Shreyas Gopal, Ravichandran Ashwin)

 

• Sunrisers Hyderabad: Pat Cummins (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Reddy, Eshan Malinga, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari. (Impact Subs: Rahun Chahar, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Atharva Taide, Wiaan Mulder)

 

Toss Prediction

 

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

 

• In the 5 matches at this venue, the toss-winning teams had decided to bowl on four occasions whereas teams decided to bat first only at one occassion. 

 

Advantages of Batting First on This Pitch

 

• Out of 89 IPL matches played at this venue, the batting first teams have registered 49 wins to their name, while the fielding first sides have also registered 38 victories. In three matches of IPL 2025 that have been played so far, batting first have won three games while bowling first teams have registered one win.

 

Match Scenario

 

Scenario 1

 

• Toss Winner: Chennai Super Kings (opts to bowl first)

• Power-Play Score: 40-45

• SRH Total: 160-180

• Match Winner: Chennai Super Kings

 

Scenario 2

 

• Toss Winner: Sunrisers hyderabad (opts to bowl first)

• Power-Play Score: 40-45

• CSK Total: 160-180

• Match Winner: Chennai Super Kings

 

Who will win the match between CSK vs SRH?

 

Chennai Super Kings, even after their poor form, will enter this contest as favourites against Sunrisers Hyderabad, especially because of their home crowd. SRH, on the other hand, will be eager to bounce back in this tournament. This can be a thriller, but chances are CSK will come on top and register a victory here.