The 8th match of IPL 2025 between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set to be an exciting contest at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both teams secured victories in their opening matches and will be eager to continue their winning momentum.
Match Details
| Match No | 8th Match |
| Date | 28th March 2025 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports Network & Jio Cinema |
This exciting encounter between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will determine early season momentum in IPL 2025 standings.
CSK vs RCB ā Head-to-Head & Recent Form
| Total Matches Played | CSK Wins | RCB Wins | No Result | Tie |
| 31 | 20 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
In their last 10 encounters, CSK has secured 6 victories, while RCB has won 4 times.Ā
Chennai Super Kings have dominated previous encounters, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru are eager to change history with a strong performance.
CSK vs RCB Pitch Report ā M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
| Pitch Nature | Balanced |
| Favorable For | Spinners |
| Batting Difficulty | High |
| First Batting Win % | 57.65% |
The surface at Chepauk traditionally assists spin bowlers, with teams batting first enjoying a significant statistical advantage in IPL history.
Probable Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XI
| Player | Role |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad (c) | Batsman |
| Rachin Ravindra | All-rounder |
| Deepak Hooda | Batsman |
| Khaleel Ahmed | Bowler |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Sam Curran | All-rounder |
| MS Dhoni (wk) | Wicketkeeper/Batsman |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | Bowler |
| Noor Ahmad | Bowler |
| Nathan Ellis | Bowler |
Chennai Super Kings feature a well-balanced squad, blending experienced campaigners and young talent, making them a formidable opposition.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing XI
| Player | Role |
| Virat Kohli | Batsman |
| Philip Salt | Wicketkeeper/Batsman |
| Rajat Patidar (c) | Batsman |
| Liam Livingstone | All-rounder |
| Jitesh Sharma (wk) | Wicketkeeper/Batsman |
| Tim David | Batsman |
| Krunal Pandya | All-rounder |
| Rasikh Dar Salam | Bowler |
| Suyash Sharma | Bowler |
| Josh Hazlewood | Bowler |
| Yash Dayal | Bowler |
RCB has a strong batting lineup, featuring power-hitters and all-rounders who can change the game in crucial situations.
CSK vs RCB Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Team Picks
| Position | Player |
| Wicketkeeper (WK) | Devon Conway |
| Batsmen | Ruturaj Gaikwad, Phil Salt, Virat Kohli |
| All-rounders | Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra |
| Bowlers | Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal |
| Captain | Virat Kohli |
| Vice-Captain | Noor Ahmad |
Fantasy players should focus on all-rounders and spinners, as this match is expected to have slow pitch conditions favoring balanced gameplay. Also, Virat Kohli’s consistency and Noor Ahmad’s ability to extract spin make them ideal choices for fantasy team leadership roles.
Disclaimer:
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