IPL 2025 Match 3 Preview: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Key Players, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head Stats, and Fantasy XI

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to feature a marquee clash in its third match as the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on March 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. Both franchises, each boasting five IPL titles, are eager to commence their campaigns on a victorious note.

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Match Details


Fixture: Chennai Super Kings vs. Mumbai Indians

Date: March 23, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Live Streaming: Jiohotstar


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Head-to-Head Record

In their storied IPL history, CSK and MI have faced each other 37 times, with MI holding a slight edge with 20 victories to CSK's 17.  At the MA Chidambaram Stadium, however, MI leads with five wins to CSK's three in their eight encounters.

 Match -: 37
 CSK win -: 17
 MI win-: 20
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Team Form and Leadership

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Last Season Performance: Finished 5th, narrowly missing the playoffs in the last match against RCB

Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad continues to lead the side, aiming to leverage the team's spin strength on their home turf.

Key Retentions: Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Matheesha Pathirana.

New Acquisition: Noor Ahmad. R Ashwin
.            Noor Ahmed

Mumbai Indians (MI):

Last Season Performance: Finished at the bottom of the table.

Captain for Opening Match: Suryakumar Yadav , Hardik Pandya who is serving a one-match suspension due to a slow over-rate infraction from the previous season. 

Key Retentions: Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma.

New Acquisition: Trent Boult, Will Jacks



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Key Players to Watch

Chennai Super Kings:

Ruturaj Gaikwad: The skipper and opening batsman is pivotal for setting the tone.

Ravindra Jadeja: A key all-rounder known for his exceptional fielding and bowling skills.

MS Dhoni: The legendary wicketkeeper-batsman continues to be a guiding force for the team.


Mumbai Indians:

Suryakumar Yadav: A dynamic batsman known for his aggressive batting style.

Rohit Sharma: The experienced opener has been a consistent performer against CSK.


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Pitch and Weather Conditions

The MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch traditionally favors spinners, offering significant turn and bounce. However, in the 2024 season, the pitch was more batting-friendly, leading to high-scoring matches.  The average first innings score at this venue is approximately 163 runs.

Weather forecasts indicate clear skies with temperatures around 28°C during match time. Dew may play a role later in the evening, potentially affecting bowlers' grip on the ball. 


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Fantasy Cricket Dream11 Prediction

Top Captain & Vice-Captain Picks:

Captain: Suryakumar Yadav, Ruturaj Gaikwad

Vice-Captain: Ravindra Jadeja, Noor Ahmed


Suggested Dream11 Team:

1. Wicketkeeper: MS Dhoni


2. Batsmen: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma, Devon Conway


3. All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Will Jacks


4. Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar, Noor Ahmed



Fantasy Tips:

Opt for more CSK players, considering their home advantage and spin-friendly conditions.

Selecting in-form batsmen like Suryakumar Yadav and Ruturaj Gaikwad can yield high points.

Including spinners such as Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmed could be beneficial, given the pitch conditions.



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Match Prediction

Considering the home advantage and the spin-friendly conditions, CSK appears to have a slight upper hand. However, MI's depth and resilience make them formidable opponents, promising a thrilling contest.


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Conclusion

The CSK vs. MI rivalry always delivers high-intensity cricket, and IPL 2025 Match 3 is no different. With both teams looking to start their campaign on a winning note, expect a thrilling contest at Chepauk.


Keywords: CSK vs MI Match Preview, IPL 2025 Match 3 Prediction, CSK vs MI Fantasy Team, CSK vs MI Head-to-Head, IPL 2025 Dream11 Team, CSK vs MI Playing 11, IPL 2025 Pitch Report, IPL 2025 Live Streaming

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