The 8th match of IPL 2025 between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to take place on March 28, 2025, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
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Match Overview
- Result: The match is yet to begin.
- Start Time: 7:30 PM IST.
Match Info
CSK’s Last Match: CSK defeated Mumbai Indians in their opening game, chasing down 155 with 5 balls to spare. RCB’s Last Match: RCB secured a dominant victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, chasing 175 in just 16.2 overs.
Squads
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Noor Ahmad, Devon Conway, Nathan Ellis, Mukesh Choudhary, Matheesha Pathirana, Ravichandran Ashwin, Sam Curran, Rachin Ravindra, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tripathi, Shaik Rasheed, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Deepak Hooda, Shreyas Gopal, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Gurjapneet Singh, Anshul Kamboj.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Phil Salt (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Devdutt Padikkal, Yash Dayal, Manoj Bhandage, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Swapnil Singh, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam, Nuwan Thushara, Lungi Ngidi, Abhinandan Singh, Mohit Rathee, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Akash Maharaj Singh, Prince Yadav, Shamar Joseph.
Venue Guide
- Stadium: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
- Known for its spin-friendly pitch, Chepauk has been a fortress for CSK over the years.
Live Streaming Guide
- TV Channels: Star Sports Network.
- Online Streaming: JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.
Key Players to Watch
CSK:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: The captain is in excellent form, leading from the front.
- Noor Ahmad: The young spinner can exploit Chepauk’s spin-friendly conditions.
- Ravindra Jadeja: A consistent performer with both bat and ball.
RCB:
- Virat Kohli: The stalwart batsman is always a threat to opposing bowlers.
- Phil Salt: Known for his quick scoring, Salt can dominate in the middle overs.
- Josh Hazlewood: The pacer’s experience will be key in neutralizing CSK’s strong batting line-up.
Head-to-Head Record
CSK and RCB have faced each other 33 times in IPL history.
- CSK Wins: 21
- RCB Wins: 11
- No Result: 1
Weather and Pitch Conditions
- Weather: Clear skies with temperatures in the mid-20s. Dew might play a role in the second innings.
- Pitch: Spin-friendly, favoring bowlers who can turn the ball.
Conclusion
This match promises to be an exciting contest between two strong teams. CSK will look to maintain their dominance at home, while RCB will aim to break their Chepauk jinx and secure a crucial win.