The eighth match of IPL 2025 will see the ‘Southern Derby’ clash. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 28, 2025, at Chepauk.
CSK and RCB are coming into the match with wins in their previous games. And both teams would like to keep their momentum with another win.
CSK are the boss in their home conditions. So they are clear favourites to win this clash, but we can’t rule out a surprise from RCB.
As both teams eye their second win, here’s the pitch and weather report for the CSK vs RCB match in IPL 2025.
CSK vs RCB, 8th Match, IPL 2025: Overview
| Tournament | IPL 2025 |
| Match | CSK vs RCB, 8th Match |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Date | March 28, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Broadcast | Star Sports |
| Live Stream | JioHotstar |
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai: IPL Stats
| Total Matches Played | 86 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 49 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 37 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Won Toss and Won Match | 43 |
| Lost Toss and Won Match | 43 |
| Average First Innings Total | 163 |
| Highest Team Total | 246/5 by CSK vs RR |
| Lowest Team Total | 70/10 by RCB vs CSK |
Out of the 86 games played in Chennai, teams have won 49 times while defending their totals. The slowness of the wicket in the second half makes it difficult to chase above-par totals.
Teams batting first should look to go beyond 170 to have a chance at defending the total. Anything below 160 would keep the game wide open for the chasing team.
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CSK vs RCB, 8th Match, IPL 2025: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Pitch Report
As was visible in the previous match, the pitch will favour spinners a lot, especially in the second innings. The pacers will also get some initial help.
Once batters settle down, runs will start coming. All in all, it will be a balanced pitch, with teams aiming to score between 170 and 180.
CSK vs RCB, 8th Match, IPL 2025: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Weather Report
Chepauk will have clear and warm weather for the CSK vs RCB game. The temperature will be around 30 degrees Celsius, with humidity above 75 percent.
