MI vs CSK: The El-Classico is finally here
The IPL is all set for a blockbuster clash today as the Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Here’s a look at all the key aspects of this much-anticipated encounter.
MI vs CSK Match Preview:
Mumbai Indians, under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, will be looking to extend their winning streak after securing convincing victories in their last two games. Chennai Super Kings, on the other hand, has displayed consistent performance, sitting comfortably at number 3 in the points table with 3 wins from 5 matches. Both teams are facing off against each other with either Rohit Sharma or MS Dhoni leading their side.
The home advantage gives MI a slight edge, especially considering CSK’s struggles in away games this season. As CSK lost 2 away ganes this season.
MI vs CSK Head-to-Head:
The rivalry between MI and CSK is historic. In head-to-head encounters, MI leads the pack with 20 wins compared to CSK’s 16 with 36 player overall. CSK won the two games played in previous season.
MI vs CSK Probable Playing XIs
MI Probable XI: Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Mohammad Nabi, Shreyas Gopal, Jasprit Bumrah, Gerald Coetzee, Akash Madhwal. (Impact Substitute: Suryakumar Yadav)
CSK Probable XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, Sameer Rizvi, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Mustafizur Rahman, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana. (Impact Substitute: Shivam Dube)
MI vs CSK Pitch and Weather Report
Captain winning the toss will decide to chase since dew will be a major factor. The pitch looks full of runs and it will be a high-scoring game, just like the last two contests here.
MI vs CSK Powerplay Prediction
MI batting first powerplay around 60-70.
CSK batting first powerplay around 50-55.
MI vs CSK Predicted Overall Score
CSK batting first: CSK 180-200 (LMI target: 180-200)
MI batting first: MI 190-205 (CSK target: 195-208)
MI vs CSK Win Prediction
The home advantage definitely favours MI and looking at Mumbai’s Strong batting display from all matches it will be easy for Mumbai Indians with the chase. As there is no reliable bowler in MI other than Bumrah Mumbai Indians might struggle in defending rather than chasing. On other hand CSK away matches this season their all wins came at home. CSK lack power hitting at finish. So the toss plays a crucial role in this match. As winning captain opt to chase as dew progresses.
MI vs CSK Dream11 Fantasy Playing
MS Dhoni (WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma.
MI vs CSK Player Matchups Today
Here’s a look at some interesting player matchups for today’s MI vs CSK clash:
MI Batsmen vs CSK Pacers:
- Ishan Kishan/Rohit Sharma vs Deepak Chahar/Shardul Thakur: Both Kishan and Rohit are known for their aggressive opening, but Chahar and Thakur’s swing bowling could test them early on.
- Suryakumar Yadav vs Mustafizur Rahman: A classic battle between a flamboyant batsman and a crafty bowler. Mustafizur’s slower balls and variations could trouble Surya’s big-hitting..
CSK Batsmen vs MI Pacers:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Jasprit Bumrah: A battle between two in-form players. Bumrah’s accuracy will be up against Gaikwad’s elegant strokeplay. Considering Bumrah red hot form it will be interesting to look at this match up.
- Shivam Dube vs Tim David: Dube’s power hitting might be countered by the swing of David.