| Match | Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Date | Friday, April 11, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Captain (KKR) | Ajinkya Rahane |
| Captain (CSK) | MS Dhoni |
As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) get ready to face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 25 of TATA IPL 2025, all eyes will be on Ajinkya Rahane, who is leading KKR this season. The experienced batter has had many battles with CSK over the years. Let’s take a closer look at Rahane’s performance against CSK in the IPL.
Ajinkya Rahane vs CSK – IPL Stats Overview
Here are Rahane’s complete stats against CSK in the IPL, covering his performances from 2009 to 2022:
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 17 |
| Innings | 17 |
| Runs Scored | 337 |
| Highest Score | 76* |
| Not Outs | 1 |
| Batting Average | 22.46 |
| Balls Faced | 280 |
| Strike Rate | 120.53 |
| 50s | 2 |
| 100s | 0 |
| 4s Hit | 39 |
| 6s Hit | 5 |
Expert View: How Good Is Rahane vs CSK?
- Rahane has had a decent record against CSK with over 337 runs, but his average of 22.46 shows he’s not been highly consistent.
- His best knock of 76* shows that he can anchor innings well when he settles.
- A strike rate of 120.53 is quite fair considering his role as a top-order batter.
- With only 5 sixes in 17 innings, Rahane relies more on timing and placement than power hitting.
- Interestingly, he’s played several of these games while opening, which means he’s faced CSK’s best bowlers upfront.
What to Expect Tonight at Chepauk?
Ajinkya Rahane has played multiple seasons for CSK in the past and knows the Chepauk pitch conditions very well. That gives him an edge in reading the surface and pacing his innings smartly.
As a captain leading KKR, Rahane would want to make a statement against his former side. With the pitch expected to assist spinners, his calm approach and solid technique could be key.
Rahane may not have a dominating record vs CSK, but his experience and understanding of the conditions at MA Chidambaram Stadium can make him a crucial player tonight. If he gets going, expect him to play the anchor role for KKR.
