CSK vs RR Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 62nd Match of IPL 2025

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IPL 2025 is heading into its final stretch, but for Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, the road effectively ends here. Both sides have endured miserable campaigns and sit anchored at the bottom of the table. Their face-off tonight at the Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi carries no playoff implications—it’s a dead rubber in every sense. But there’s still a sliver of pride on the line: the winner of this match will be saved from the ignominy of finish last this season. So, there is something to fight for at least. 

Despite the disappointment, this match isn’t entirely meaningless. With nothing left to lose, both teams can look ahead to the future. It’s a chance to test out some exciting young talent and start thinking about the rebuild. CSK have promising names like Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Shaik Rasheed, and Matheesha Pathirana in their ranks. On the other hand, RR can field the likes of Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Kwena Maphaka, and Lhuan-dre Pretorious—players who could play key roles going forward. The playoffs may be out of reach, but tonight’s match could still give fans a glimpse of what’s coming next for these two storied franchises. 

Head-to-Head: CSK vs RR- Who Holds the Advantage?

As of IPL 2025, the Chennai Super Kings hold a slight advantage in the head-to-head battle against Rajasthan Royals. Out of the 31 encounters between the two, CSK has won 16 and RR managed 14 wins, and 0 match with no result, giving them the upper hand in terms of total victories. However, it's important to note that RR comes into this matchup riding high, as they faced a crucial lose in their last match against DC.

Total Matches Played: 30

CSK Wins: 16

RR Wins: 14

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Recent Forms of Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals:

CSK: W L L L L 

RR:  L L L W L 

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as match predictions and fantasy team is concerned, CSK might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Vijay Shankar, Ayush Mhatre and MS Dhoni. But RR's balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Riyan parag and Wanindu Hasaranga make them a formidable opponent. Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi might slightly favor the batters, so expect a good contest between bat and ball. With pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium being a batters's paradise., we know Delhi capitals are the favorites, as they have the likes of KL Rahul, Tristan Stubbs and Axar Patel.

Injury Update: Currently no injury concern.

CSK vs RR Match, Date, Time, & Venue:

Match: CSK vs RR 62nd Match of IPL 2025

Date: 20 May 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

Stadium: Arun Jaitley Stadium   

Location: Delhi

CSK vs RR Match Pitch Report:     

Located in the heart of Delhi, the Arun Jaitley Stadium is one of the oldest and most iconic cricket grounds in India. Previously known as Firoz Shah Kotla, it has hosted countless historic matches, including Anil Kumble's legendary 10-wicket haul in 1999. This stadium is the home ground of the Delhi Capitals, who are still chasing their first-ever IPL title.

The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium is known for being batting-friendly, especially as the game progresses. Teams batting second have historically had a significant advantage, with 8 out of the last 11 matches won by the chasing side. While pacers dominate the wickets, spinners are also effective with good economy rates.

With an average first-innings score of 169 and the ground’s smaller dimensions, big scores are common. The average winning score while batting first is 192.

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	125
Batting First Won	55
Bowling First Won	70
1st Innings Average Score	171
2nd Innings Average Score	184
Highest Total	235/1
Lowest Total	67/10
Highest Chased	214/4
Lowest Defended	118

Possible Playing 11 for CSK:   

Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brewis, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni(w/c), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana  

Impact Subs: Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Anshul Kamoj, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Ravi Ashwin, Jamie Overton

Possible playing 11 for RR:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kwena Maphaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Sandeep Sharma

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

Chennai Super Kings Key players:

Ayush Mhatre: 0 (2), 94 (48), 7 (6), 30 (19), 32 (15)

Shivam Dubey: 45 (40), 8* (3), 6 (6), 12 (9), 52 (30)

Dewald Brevis: 52 (25), 0 (1), 32 (26), 42 (25)

MS Dhoni: 17 (18), 12 (8), 1(4), 6 (10), 4 (6)

Rabindra Jadeja: 19 (10) + 1/34, 77 (45) + 0/26, 17 (12) + 1/32, 21 (17) + 1/22, 53 (35) + 1/28

Noor Ahamed: 4/31, 1/26, 1/39, 2/42, 0/36

Matheesha Pathirana: 0/39, 3/36, 2/45, 0/27, 0/34

Anshul Amboj: 1/38,  0/25, 0/20, 1/16

Rajasthan Royals Key players:

Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 40 (15), 4 (2), 0 (2), 101 (38), 16 (12), 34 (20)

Yashasvi Jaiswal: 50 (25), 21 (34), 13 (6), 49 (19), 74 (52), 51 (37), 75 (47), 6 (7)

Dhruve Jurel: 53 (31), 0 (1), 11 (11), 47 (34), 6* (5), 26 (17), 5 (4)

Riyan Parag: 13 (11) + 1/26, 95 (45) + 1/21, 16 (8), 22 (10) + 0/30, 39 (26) + DNB, 8 (11) + 0/6, 30 (22) + 0/10, 26 (14) + 2/21

Wanindu Hasaranga:   0/33 + 0(1), 0/35 + 0(2), DNP 1/30 +  1 (3),  2/31 + DNB,  1/38 + 2 (4),  0/33 + DNB, DNP

Tushar Deshpande: 2/37, 1/28, 0/38, 2/53, 0/45, 3/44

CSK vs RR Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers: Dhruve Jurel, Urvil Patel

Batsman: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dewald Brewis

All-rounders: Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja, Riyan Parag

Bowlers: Noor Ahmad, Tushar Deshpande, Kwena Maphaka

CSK vs RR Team for Today Match:

CSK vs RR Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Riyan Parag (C), Noor Ahmad (VC)      

Choice 2: Ravindra Jadeja (C), Shivam Dube (VC)

CSK vs RR Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, 

Disclaimer: 

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision.

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