In the third match of IPL 2025, the two most successful franchises, Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, will go head-to-head. Chennai will be led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, while Mumbai will have Suryakumar Yadav as their stand-in captain for this match instead of Hardik Pandya.
The match will take place at MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) and will begin at 7:30 PM. Looking at the head-to-head record, CSK and MI have faced each other 37 times, with Mumbai winning 20 matches and Chennai securing victory in 17. Let’s take a look at the probable playing XI for both teams.
Chennai Has a Strong Core Team
Chennai Super Kings will compete in IPL 2025 under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad. The franchise retained most of its core players and even repurchased a few in the mega auction. The team has a well-balanced squad with both strong batting and bowling units. Additionally, the presence of former captain MS Dhoni brings invaluable experience. Devon Conway and Ruturaj Gaikwad are expected to open the innings.
Mumbai to Miss Hardik Pandya
Mumbai Indians will play on March 23 without Hardik Pandya, who is serving a one-match suspension. In his absence, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. The absence of Jasprit Bumrah will also be a major setback. Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton are likely to open, while Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma will take charge in the middle order.
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CSK vs MI Probable Playing XI
CSK: Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rachin Ravindra, MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana.
Impact Players: Anshul Kamboj, Rahul Tripathi.
MI: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Robin Minz, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar, Karn Sharma.
Impact Players: Bevan Jacobs, Raj Bawa.
