Match 43 of TATA IPL 2025 brings together two struggling teams – Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Friday, April 25 at 7:30 PM IST.
Both teams have 2 wins from 8 matches and are languishing at the bottom of the table. With playoffs nearly out of reach, this match becomes a fight for pride and a last hope to stay alive in the qualification race.
CSK vs SRH: Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | CSK vs SRH – Match 43, IPL 2025 |
| Date & Time | April 25, 2025 – 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
CSK vs SRH Toss Prediction: CSK Likely to Win Toss
- CSK is likely to win the toss.
- Preferred decision: Bat first (as chasing at Chepauk is difficult).
- Sunrisers Hyderabad Won the Toss & Chose to Field
CSK vs SRH: Toss Result and Match Outcomes (IPL 2022–2024)
| Match | Date | Toss Winner & Decision | Match Winner | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRH vs CSK, 18th Match IPL 2024 | Apr 05, 2024 | SRH won the toss, opted to bowl | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Won by 6 wickets | Rajiv Gandhi Int’l Stadium, Hyderabad |
| CSK vs SRH, 46th Match IPL 2024 | Apr 28, 2024 | SRH won the toss, opted to bowl | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 78 runs | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| CSK vs SRH, 29th Match IPL 2023 | Apr 21, 2023 | CSK won the toss, opted to bowl | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 7 wickets | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| SRH vs CSK, IPL 2022 (First Match) | — | SRH won the toss, elected to field | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Won by 8 wickets | Part of IPL 2022 Season |
| SRH vs CSK, 46th Match IPL 2022 | May 01, 2022 | SRH won the toss, opted to bowl | Chennai Super Kings | Won by 13 runs | MCA Stadium, Pune |
SRH has lost their last 4 tosses, increasing the odds in CSK’s favor.
Pitch Report: Chepauk Will Test the Batters
The MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch is known for its spin-friendly, slow surface. While it has improved slightly for batters, chasing is still tough due to pitch slowing down later.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 164
- Preferred Strategy: Bat first
- Total IPL Matches at Venue: 89
- Teams batting 1st won: 51
- Teams chasing won: 38
Read Also:- IPL 2025 Points Table
Weather Forecast – Hot & Humid Chennai Evening
- Temperature: 29–33°C
- Rain: 0%
- Humidity: Moderate to High
- Wind: Light breeze from SSW
Perfect playing conditions with no weather interruptions expected.
Head-to-Head Record: CSK Dominates SRH
| Matches Played | CSK Wins | SRH Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | 16 | 6 |
Predicted Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana
Impact Player: Ravichandran Ashwin
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Eshan Malinga
Impact Player: Abhinav Manohar
Key Players to Watch
Top Batters:
| Player | Team | Runs in IPL 2025 | Avg | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 281 | 40.14 | 159.65 |
| Shivam Dube | CSK | 230 | ~32.85 | 150+ |
Top Bowlers:
| Player | Team | Wickets | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noor Ahmad | CSK | 12 | 8 |
| Pat Cummins | SRH | 7 | 8 |
CSK has a strong historical edge over SRH, especially at Chepauk where they’ve been dominant.
Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Scenario 1: CSK Wins Toss, Bats First
- Predicted Score: 170–180
- Likely Winner: CSK
Scenario 2: SRH Wins Toss, Bats First
- Predicted Score: 150–160
- Likely Winner: CSK
Final Verdict: CSK Slight Favourites at Home
- CSK have home advantage, better spin attack, and a strong head-to-head record.
- SRH’s inconsistent bowling could be costly on a tricky surface.
Prediction:
Toss Winner – CSK
Match Winner – CSK
