The “El Clasico” of IPL is here! Chennai Super Kings (CHE) will lock horns with Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 3 of the IPL 2025 on Sunday, March 23 at 7:30 PM IST at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (Chepauk). This blockbuster clash between two five-time IPL champions is set to light up the tournament.
Match Overview
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians |
| Date & Time | March 23, 2025 – 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Live Streaming | JioCinema / Star Sports |
| Format | T20 (League Stage) |
Latest Team Updates
- CSK will be led by Ruturaj Gaikwad.
- MI are without Hardik Pandya (banned) and Jasprit Bumrah (injury). Suryakumar Yadav will captain in Pandya’s absence.
- Chennai will rely on their spin-heavy bowling attack featuring Jadeja, Ashwin & Noor Ahmad.
- Mumbai will depend on the experience of Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and pacer Trent Boult.
Weather & Pitch Report – Chepauk
- Weather: Hot and humid conditions, around 31°C, no rain expected.
- Pitch: Traditionally helps spinners, but in recent seasons it has favored batters early on. Slower bowlers and cutters will be useful.
- Toss Factor: Teams winning toss might choose to field first.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Team | Matches | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 37 | 20 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 37 | 17 |
CHE vs MI Probable Playing XIs
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | Mumbai Indians (MI) |
|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad (c) | Rohit Sharma |
| Devon Conway (wk) | Ryan Rickelton (wk) |
| Rachin Ravindra | Suryakumar Yadav (c) |
| Rahul Tripathi | Tilak Varma |
| Shivam Dube | Will Jacks |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Naman Dhir |
| Sam Curran | Robin Minz |
| MS Dhoni | Mitchell Santner |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | Deepak Chahar |
| Noor Ahmad | Trent Boult |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Karn Sharma |
| Impact Player: Deepak Hooda | Impact Player: Raj Angad Bawa |
Top Fantasy Picks for CHE vs MI Dream11
Chennai Super Kings
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: 706 runs in 15 innings at Chepauk. A consistent performer on home turf.
- Ravindra Jadeja: Key all-rounder. 34 wickets & 436 runs in Chennai.
- Noor Ahmad: Mystery spinner, likely to shine on a turning track.
- Devon Conway: 390 runs at Chepauk, including 3 fifties.
Mumbai Indians
- Suryakumar Yadav: Dangerous batter with two fifties at Chepauk.
- Tilak Varma: Has a half-century in Chennai; strong top-order bat.
- Trent Boult: 10 wickets in 9 matches in Chennai; lethal with new ball.
- Mitchell Santner: Familiar with Chepauk conditions, can provide spin threat.
Top Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
| Format | Captain Pick | Vice-Captain Pick |
|---|---|---|
| Small League | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Suryakumar Yadav |
| Head-to-Head (H2H) | Tilak Varma | Devon Conway |
| Grand League (GL) | Shivam Dube | Matheesha Pathirana |
CHE vs MI Dream11 Team Suggestion
Dream11 Team 1: Balanced (Small League)
Wicket-keeper: Ryan Rickelton
Batters: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Rachin Ravindra
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran
Bowlers: Trent Boult, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Ravichandran Ashwin
Captain: Tilak Varma
Vice-Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad
Players to Avoid
- Raj Angad Bawa (MI): May not get enough game time.
- Shaik Rasheed (CSK): Unlikely to play in the starting XI.
Who Will Win CHE vs MI – Match Prediction
Given CSK’s strong spin attack, home advantage, and the absence of Pandya and Bumrah from MI, Chennai Super Kings are favorites to win this clash. However, Mumbai’s batting power with SKY, Tilak, and Rohit can never be counted out.
Prediction: CSK to win, but expect a tight contest.
The CHE vs MI clash is more than just another match — it’s a classic rivalry. With both teams looking to start IPL 2025 with a win, this battle under the Chennai lights will be one to watch.
🔔 Stay tuned for toss updates and final team confirmation before the match starts. All the best for your Dream11 teams!
