IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Match Preview (April 28th)
Matchup: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Overview:
The 46th match of IPL 2024 sees the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lock horns with the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. CSK, currently placed sixth in the points table, will be looking to bounce back after a string of inconsistent performances. SRH, on the other hand, are on a high after their recent loss against RCB they will review their mistakes and will be aiming to solidify their top two spot in the points table. This clash is a battle between experience (CSK) and youthful exuberance (SRH).
Head-to-Head:
CSK has traditionally dominated the head-to-head record against SRH, winning 14 out of their 20 encounters in the IPL. However, the recent win of SRH against CSK at home might boost their confidence but it is not an easy task to tackle Chennai at home.
Probable Playing XIs:
CSK: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana [Impact sub: Shardul Thakur]
SRH: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Aiden Markram, Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mayank Markande, Jaydev Unadkat [Impact Sub: T Natarajan]
Pitch and Weather Report:
The Chennai pitch is known for being a batting paradise early on, but it can slow down and assist spinners in the latter stages. The weather forecast predicts a hot and humid evening during the match.
Dream 11 Fantasy Team:
(Subject to change based on final playing XIs)
- Batsmen: Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK), Aiden Markram(SRH), Abhishek Sharma (SRH)
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja (CSK), Moeen Ali (CSK), Nitish Reddy(SRH)
- Wicket-keeper: Henrich Klaasen (SRH)
- Bowlers: Deepak Chahar (CSK), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH), T Natarajan (SRH), Matheesha Pathirana (CSK)
Player Matchups:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad vs Bhuvneshwar Kumar – A crucial battle between CSK’s young opener and SRH’s experienced swing bowler.
- Shivam Dube vs SRH spinners – The clash between CSK’s explosive spin-hitter vs SRH’s spinners, Let’s see how Pat Cummins approaches against him.
- Klaasen vs Ravindra Jadeja – A contest between two world-class cricketers, one with the bat and the other with the ball.
Powerplay Prediction:
CSK has a strong batting lineup at the top, and they might look to score big in the powerplay. However, SRH’s bowling attack, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Natarajan, can provide early breakthroughs.
SRH: 65-75
CSK: 50-55
Win Prediction:
This match is too close to call. CSK has the home advantage and experience, but SRH is in good form. It will likely come down to which team handles the pressure better. CSK might comeback today.
Total Score Prediction:
The Chennai pitch and the presence of big hitters on both sides suggest a high-scoring encounter. Expect a total score in the range of 180-200 runs.
SRH bat first: 190-220
CSK bat first: 180-200