CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction | CSK vs MI Live Score IPL 2025 | 23/03/2025

The IPL 2025 season started with excitement, but the real battle begins as Chennai Super Kings take on Mumbai Indians at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday, March 23rd. Both teams are chasing a record sixth IPL title, making this a high-stakes game.

Chennai Super Kings had a mixed campaign last year, finishing fifth with seven wins and as many losses. Their net run rate of +0.392 kept them in the race, but they narrowly missed the playoffs due to an inferior run rate compared to Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Mumbai Indians endured a disastrous season, winning only four matches while suffering ten defeats. Their net run rate of -0.318 placed them at the bottom of the table. Hardik Pandya’s appointment as captain did not deliver results, but Mumbai has retained faith in him.

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CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction

Chennai Super Kings had a mixed campaign last year, winning seven of 14 matches and finishing fifth. They missed the playoffs due to an inferior net run rate of +0.392. Shivam Dube led their batting with 396 runs, while Tushar Deshpande was the top wicket-taker with 17 scalps.

Mumbai Indians endured a disastrous season, finishing last with four wins and ten losses. Their net run rate of -0.318 highlighted their struggles. Rohit Sharma was their leading run-scorer with 417 runs, while Piyush Chawla took 13 wickets. Despite last season’s failure, Mumbai remains a strong contender, with Hardik Pandya continuing as captain and key squad changes boosting their hopes.

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Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Coin Toss

Teams winning the toss at Chepauk often opt to bat first, as the pitch slows down later. Setting a strong total early allows them to exploit worsening conditions, making chasing tougher. Bowlers benefit from reduced bounce and grip, increasing pressure on the opposition in the second innings.

Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Who Will Win?

CSK’s spin-friendly conditions, experienced lineup, and home support strengthen their chances. Mumbai faces setbacks with Jasprit Bumrah missing and Hardik Pandya unavailable. Given their familiarity with the conditions and a well-rounded squad, CSK is expected to secure a win in this game against Mumbai Indians.

Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Top Batters

Ruturaj Gaikwad is our pick for Chennai Super Kings, having scored 583 runs in IPL 2024. He has 238 runs in eight matches against Mumbai Indians and 706 runs in 15 games at Chepauk. Rachin Ravindra, who managed 222 runs in IPL 2024, has limited experience against Mumbai but has scored 125 runs in four matches at this venue. Shivam Dube, a power-hitter in the middle order, accumulated 396 runs last season. He has 219 runs in 10 matches against Mumbai and 401 runs in 16 games at Chennai. 

For Mumbai Indians, Suryakumar Yadav remains a key batter, scoring 345 runs in IPL 2024. He has 340 runs in 18 matches against Chennai Super Kings and 300 runs in 10 innings at Chepauk. Tilak Varma amassed 416 runs last season, including 138 in four games against CSK. However, he has played just once at Chennai, scoring 26 runs. Rohit Sharma brings experience, with 417 runs in IPL 2024. He has an impressive 896 runs in 34 matches against CSK and 364 runs in 15 games at this venue.

Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Top Bowler

Matheesha Pathirana will be a key bowler for Chennai Super Kings against Mumbai Indians. He took 13 wickets in six matches during IPL 2024 and has an impressive record of seven wickets in two games against Mumbai. At Chepauk, he has claimed 15 wickets in nine matches. Ravichandran Ashwin adds experience to CSK’s spin attack. He picked up nine wickets in 15 matches last season and has taken 26 wickets in 35 games against Mumbai. Noor Ahmad provides variety with his left-arm spin.

Mumbai Indians will rely on Trent Boult to lead their bowling attack against Chennai Super Kings in Bumrah’s absence. He picked up 16 wickets in as many matches during IPL 2024 and has a strong record against CSK, taking 13 wickets in 12 encounters. Mitchell Santner adds spin depth for Mumbai. While he hasn’t faced CSK in the IPL, his Chennai record includes three wickets in three games. Deepak Chahar will be another key option. He managed five wickets in eight games last season.

CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction – Batting First Team Scores

CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings

1. Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
2. Devon Conway
3. Rahul Tripathi
4. Shivam Dube
5. Deepak Hooda
6. Ravindra Jadeja
7. MS Dhoni (WK)
8. Sam Curran
9. R Ashwin
10. Noor Ahmad
11. Matheesha Pathirana
12.  Impact player options: Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Vijay Shankar.

Mumbai Indians

1. Rohit Sharma
2. Ryan Rickelton (wk)
3. Will Jacks
4. Suryakumar Yadav
5. Tilak Varma
6. Naman Dhir
7. Raj Angad Bawa
8. Deepak Chahar
9. Mitchell Santner
10. Trent Boult
11. Arjun Tendulkar
12. Impact Player options: Reece Topley, Corbin Bosch

CSK vs MI Live Score IPL 2025

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CSK vs MI Head-to-Head

Chennai Super Kings	Matches (39)	Mumbai Indians
18	Win	21
21	Lost	18
0	No Result	0
218	Highest Score	219
79	Lowest Score	136
156.1	Average Score	158

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CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction – Betting Tips

• Rohit Sharma and Rachin Ravindra are likely to be the top run-scorers for their respective teams
• Mitchell Santner and Noor Ahmad could lead the wicket-taking charts.
• Rickelton and Ravindra are also strong contenders to hit the most sixes in the match.
• Mumbai Indians are expected to post a total of over 160 runs if they bat first, while CSK may score 150+ if they take the first innings.

Last Updated on March 23, 2025