The 62nd match of the TATA IPL 2025 will be played between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Tuesday, May 20 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, from 7:30 PM IST. Both teams have already been knocked out of the playoff race and are now playing for pride and momentum before wrapping up their campaigns.
Match Overview
- Match: CSK vs RR, Match 62, IPL 2025
- Date & Time: Tuesday, May 20, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Live Telecast: Star Sports
- Live Streaming: JioCinema
Toss Prediction
Rajasthan Royals are likely to win the toss today. Teams have shown a consistent preference for bowling first at this venue, mainly due to evening dew and flat pitch.
Rajasthan Royals Won & Chose to Bowl
RR vs CSK – Toss Record (Last 5 Matches)
| Result | Venue | Toss (Winner & Decision) | Season | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RR won by 6 runs | Barsapara, Guwahati | CSK (Chose to field first) | 2025 | Indian Premier League |
| CSK won by 5 wickets | MA Chidambaram, Chennai | RR (Chose to bat first) | 2024 | Indian Premier League |
| RR won by 3 runs | MA Chidambaram, Chennai | CSK (Chose to field first) | 2023 | Indian Premier League |
| RR won by 32 runs | Sawai Mansingh, Jaipur | RR (Chose to bat first) | 2023 | Indian Premier League |
| RR won by 5 wickets | Brabourne, Mumbai | CSK (Chose to bat first) | 2022 | Indian Premier League |
Read Also:- RR vs CSK Head to Head
Pitch Report – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Nature: Flat and batting-friendly
- Average 1st Innings Score (Last 10 matches): 175+
- Pace vs Spin: Slight turn for spinners; dew helps chasing
- Best Strategy: Win toss and bowl first due to evening dew
Weather Forecast
- Temperature: 30°C to 36°C
- Humidity: 40% – 60%
- Rain Chances: None – clear skies
Perfect weather for a high-scoring T20 match.
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Played | CSK Won | RR Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSK vs RR | 30 | 16 | 14 |
Current Points Table Position
| Team | Matches | Wins | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSK | 12 | 3 | 6 | -0.99 |
| RR | 13 | 3 | 6 | -0.70 |
Both teams are out of contention, currently placed at the bottom.
Read Also:- IPL 2025 Points Table
Predicted Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
Ayush Mhatre, Urvil Patel, Devon Conway, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana
Impact Player: Shivam Dube
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kwena Maphaka, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Madhwal, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Impact Player: Shubham Dubey
Key Players to Watch
From CSK:
- Dewald Brevis – 52 off 25 balls in last game
- Shivam Dube – Consistent lower-order hitter
- Noor Ahmad – Took 4 wickets in last match
From RR:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 523 runs in 13 games, Strike Rate 158
- Dhruv Jurel – 53 (31) in last game
- Tushar Deshpande – 8 wickets in 9 matches
Team Form (Last 3 Matches)
| Team | Last 3 Matches |
|---|---|
| CSK | W, L, L |
| RR | L, L, L |
See Also:- Most Wicket Takers in IPL 2025
Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
If CSK Bats First:
- Expected Score: 170–180
- RR likely to chase successfully
If RR Bats First:
- Expected Score: 190–210
- RR likely to defend the total
Final Verdict
- Toss Winner: Rajasthan Royals
- Match Winner: Rajasthan Royals
RR’s stronger top order and form of players like Jaiswal and Jurel make them the favorites to finish their campaign on a high.
