CSK vs SRH Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 43rd Match of IPL 2025

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They say, “Form is temporary, class is permanent” — but right now, that old phrase won’t be much comfort to fans of Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad. As things stand, both teams are sitting at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table, and their clash on 25th April feels like a virtual knockout. It’s hard to believe that these two sides — both tipped as playoff contenders at the start of the season — now find themselves fighting to stay alive in the tournament. Yet here we are. A mix of poor individual form, questionable team combinations, and a fair share of bad luck has derailed both campaigns. 

Now, here we are — two proud franchises fighting to keep their campaigns alive. The equation is brutal: lose, and it’s basically curtains for IPL 2025. Win, and you just about stay in the race with everything still to fight for. There’s no room for error, no second chances. Expect nerves, drama, and a whole lot of emotion, because when CSK and SRH take the field this Friday, one team’s season will flicker back to life — and the other’s will all but fade into the shadows. 

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

As of IPL 2025, the Chennai Super Kings hold a slight advantage in the head-to-head battle against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Out of the 21 encounters between the two, CSK has won 15 and SRH managed 6 wins, and 0 match with no result, giving them the upper hand in terms of total victories. However, it's important to note that SRH comes into this matchup riding high, as they secured a crucial win in their last match with MI.

Total Matches Played: 21

CSK Wins: 15

SRH Wins: 6

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 1

Recent Forms of Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad:

CSK: L W L L L

SRH: L L W L L 

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as match predictions 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 SRH's balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Abhishek Sharma and Pat Commins make them a formidable opponent. MA Chidambaram Stadium might slightly favor the spin-heavy teams, so expect a good contest between bat and ball. With pitch at Chepauk being a spinner's paradise, we know Chennai are the favorites, as they have the likes of Noor Ahmed, Ravindra Jadeja and Ravi Ashwin.

Injury Update: Currently no injury concern.

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

Match: CSK vs SRK 43rd Match of IPL 2025

Date: 25 April 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

Stadium: MA Chidambaram Stadium   

Location: Chennai

MA Chidambaram Pitch Report:     

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai offers a Spin friendly pitch that challenges batsmen. Early in the match, the surface favors the spinners, allowing them to grip and turn the ball. A first-innings score between 150-160 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 160-170 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 170-180 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies will need to adapt to the conditions of Chennai, and a score around 170+ is often a strong target for the chasing side. 

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	89
Batting First Won	51
Bowling First Won	38
1st Innings Average Score	162
2nd Innings Average Score	146
Highest Total	246/5
Lowest Total	70/10
Highest Chased	213/4
Lowest Defended	126/8

Possible Playing 11 for CSK:   

Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni(w/c), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana  

Impact Subs: Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Shivam Dube, Devon Conway, Ravi Ashwin

Possible playing 11 for SRH:

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga

Impact Subs: Abhinav Manohar, Sachin baby, Jaydev Unadkat, Rahul Chahar, Wiaan Mulder 

Chennai Super Kings Key players:

Shivam Dubey: 50 (32), 43 (37), 31 (29), 42 (27), 18 (15)

Rachin Ravindra: 53 (35), 7 (11), 0 (2), 9 (5), 3 2 (3)

MS Dhoni: 4 (6), 26 (11), 1(4), 27 (12), 30 (26)

Rajindra Jadeja: 5 (9) + 1/28, 37 (22) + 2/24, 4 (9) + 0/9, 36 (23) + 0/18, 3 (6) + 1/19

Noor Ahamed: 0/36, 0/13, 1/8, 1/32, 1/36

Matheesha Pathirana: 0/34, 2/45, 0/52, 1,31, 2/28 

Sunrisers Hyderabad Key players:

Abhishek Sharma: 8 (8), 40 (28), 141 (55), 18 (16), 2 (6)

Travish Head: 0 (4), 28 (29), 66 (37), 8 (5), 4 (2)

Aniket Verma: 12 (14), 18 (8), DNB, 18 (14), 6 (6)

Heinrich Klaasen: 71 (44), 37 (28), 21(14), 27 (19), 33 (21)

Pat Commins: 0/31, 3/36 + 8(4), 0/40, 1/26, 1/44 + 14(15)

Eshan  Malinga: 1/33, 2/36, 2/45, DNP, DNP 

CSK vs SRH Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Heinrich Klaasen

Batsman: Shaik Rasheed, Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy

All-rounders: Abhishek Sharma, Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja

Bowlers: Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga

CSK vs SRH Team for Today Match:

CSK vs SRH Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Abhishek Sharma (C), Noor Ahmad (VC)      

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

CSK vs SRH Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, Ishan Kishan, Aniket Verma

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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