RR vs CSK – Playing 11, Toss Update & Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s RR vs CSK IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

IPL 2025 has started on a great note, but the same cannot be said for Rajasthan Royals. Rajasthan Royals have had a disappointing start, with RR suffering a crushing defeat at the hands of SRH while CSK suffered a defeat against RCB. Rajasthan Royals are desperate to get their first point, while Chennai will want to get back on the winning track by winning today's match. Both teams will face each other in Guwahati tonight.

Although the Barsapara Stadium is RR's designated home ground for the two matches, however, RR have built a strong bond with the local fans over the years, thanks largely to Riyan Parag. The 23-year-old, Assam's most promising cricketer, will experience a special moment leading the Royals on his home ground. Giving an interesting twist to the occasion, Parag actually made his IPL debut in 2019 under the captaincy of Ajinkya Rahane - the same player he will face at the toss tonight.

CSK and RR will need to make a big change from their opening match performances if they are to have any hope of making it to the playoffs. Keeping this in mind, expect both teams to make some crucial changes to their lineups tonight. For Rajasthan Royals, the management could make changes to their overseas combination. Either one of Fazalhaq Farooqi or Jofra Archer could make way for Akash Madhwal, while Wanindu Hasaranga has made an impression for Rajasthan in his debut match itself. CSK, on ​​the other hand, could make changes to the top order, with reports suggesting that Rahul Tripathi's place as an opener is under serious threat. If that happens, don't be surprised to see him out of the starting XI. 

RR vs CSK Toss Update 

The second IPL match of this season is being played at the Barsapara Stadium, so both the captains were keen to bowl first, as they knew that the team chasing the target could benefit due to dew in the second innings. Keeping this in mind, CSK captain Rituraj won the toss and decided to field first.

RR vs CSK Possible Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for RR and CSK: 

Rajasthan Royals (RR): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma 

Impact Subs: Kunal Singh Rathore, Shubham Dubey, Akash Madhwal, Kumar Kartikeya, Kwena Maphaka 

Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Noor Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed 

Impact Subs: Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Anshul Kamboj 

RR vs CSK Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold: 

Match Prediction: Both RR and CSK have some clear weaknesses that could hold them back this season. CSK’s biggest concern is their unstable middle order, which has already shown signs of trouble, while RR’s lack of quality all-rounders limits their flexibility. 

For tonight’s match, though, CSK’s fragile middle order could prove costly, potentially leading to their second straight defeat. That being said, RR aren’t without their own issues. Their one-dimensional bowling attack struggled in the opening game and could be exposed once again. However, with a more balanced and deeper batting lineup, Rajasthan might just have the edge to overpower Chennai.