CSK vs PBKS: Chennai and Punjab match today, know the playing 11 of both the teams

CSK vs PBKS: Chennai and Punjab match today, know the playing 11 of both the teams

CSK vs PBKS: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) today (30 April) in the 49th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The match will be played at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from 7:30 pm.

The match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2025 is set to be an exciting clash. Here are some key players to watch out for:

• CSK:- Shivam Dube: The standout performer for CSK this season, with 242 runs at an average of 34.57. His ability to accelerate in the middle overs makes him a crucial player.
• Ravindra Jadeja: Known for his all-round capabilities, his matchup against Shreyas Iyer in the middle overs will be interesting.
• Khaleel Ahmed: A powerplay specialist, he has taken eight wickets in this phase, making him a threat to PBKS’s top order.
• PBKS:- Shreyas Iyer: The captain has been in excellent form, especially in away matches, with a strike rate of 196.26. His battle against Jadeja could be pivotal.
• Priyansh Arya: A dynamic opener with a strike rate of 198.26 in the powerplay, he has been giving PBKS strong starts.
• Arshdeep Singh: A reliable bowler, particularly in the death overs, and has dismissed Shivam Dube twice in five innings.

This match will also feature intriguing player battles, such as Priyansh Arya vs. Khaleel Ahmed and Shivam Dube vs. Arshdeep Singh

For CSK, this is not just a match, but it is also a do or die battle to keep their playoff hopes alive. Because they are at number 10 in the points table with 4 points after 9 matches. If they win all their matches from here, then their total will be 14 points, which will keep them in the playoff race and in case of defeat, they will become the first team to be eliminated from the tournament.

On the other hand, PBKS are at the fifth position in the points table with 11 points after 9 matches and they will try to reach the second position by winning this match. If Punjab wins this match, then they will come close to reaching the playoffs.

CSK vs PBKS Head to Head Record

Talking about the head to head record of both the teams, both the teams are seen giving tough competition to each other. Because so far 31 matches have been played between the two in which CSK won 16 matches while PBKS won 15 matches. Punjab has defeated CSK in six of the last seven matches.

CSK vs PBKS: Chepauk Stadium Pitch Report

One of the main reasons behind CSK’s failure is that this is not the same Chepauk pitch which used to be till last season. This season the ball is doing some work and taking some turn on this pitch, due to which it is becoming difficult to play here. New batsmen will face difficulties in hitting from the first ball. Due to humidity, dew is expected to play a big role in the second innings.

CSK vs PBKS: Chepauk Stadium Weather Report

The weather in Chennai for today’s IPL match between CSK and PBKS is expected to be clear, with no rain interruptions. Temperatures will range from 34°C to 29°C, with humidity around 77%. Wind speeds are expected to be near 23 kph, and there’s only a 10% chance of precipitation

CSK vs PBKS: Probable Playing XI of both teams

CSK Probable Playing XI: Sheikh Rashid, Ayush Mhatre, Deepak Hooda, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper/captain), Noor Ahmed, Khalil Ahmed, Mathisha Pathirana, Anshul Kamboj.

CSK Impact Player: Shivam Dubey

PBKS Probable Playing XI: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wicketkeeper), Shreyas Iyer (captain), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Azmatullah Umarzai, Marco Johnson, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.

PBKS Impact Player: Harpreet Brar