The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is ready for another thrilling IPL encounter as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 8 of IPL 2025. One player fans and experts will be keeping a close eye on is Sam Curran, the dynamic English all-rounder.
Curran is known for his aggressive style of play, but his recent stats at Chepauk and against RCB show mixed results. Here’s a look at how he has performed.
Sam Curran at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Batting at Chepauk:
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 5 |
| Innings | 5 |
| Not Out | 2 |
| Runs | 67 |
| Highest Score | 29 |
| Average | 22.33 |
| Strike Rate | 118 |
| 20s | 2 |
✅ Curran has shown decent consistency with the bat in Chennai, often scoring in the 20s, but has yet to play a big innings at this venue.
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Bowling at Chepauk:
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 4 |
| Balls Bowled | 72 |
| Runs Conceded | 131 |
| Wickets | 1 |
| Bowling Average | 131.0 |
| Strike Rate | 72.0 |
⚠️ Bowling-wise, Curran has struggled at Chepauk, picking up just 1 wicket in 4 games with an expensive average.
Sam Curran vs RCB (Across All Venues)
Batting vs RCB:
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 8 |
| Innings | 6 |
| Runs | 64 |
| Highest Score | 23 |
| Average | 10.67 |
| Strike Rate | 114.2 |
Against RCB, Sam Curran hasn’t made a big impact with the bat. His average is just over 11.
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Bowling vs RCB:
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 8 |
| Balls Bowled | 162 |
| Runs Conceded | 274 |
| Wickets | 7 |
| Best Bowling | 3-wicket haul |
| Bowling Average | 39.14 |
| Strike Rate | 20.57 |
💪 He has done a bit better with the ball against RCB – even picking up a 3-wicket haul once.
CSK will be hoping that Sam Curran steps up today, especially with the ball on a spin-friendly Chepauk track. Though his past stats aren’t exceptional, IPL is all about turning up on the day.
Can Sam Curran shine against RCB today? Fans are hoping for a solid all-round performance from the English star as CSK look to defend their fortress at Chepauk.
