MI vs CSK Match Prediction: In the 38th match of the IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) will be facing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Both of the teams are struggling this season, as they are sitting at the lower end of the points table, making this contest important for both of the teams. The Mumbai Indians will be looking to utilise their home ground advantage to continue climbing the standings. Meanwhile, CSK, fresh off a much-needed win that ended a distressing losing streak, is looking to make the most out of regained confidence.
Match Details
- Teams: Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings
- Match Number: 38th Match of IPL 2025
- Date: April 20, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The Wankhede Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions, with short boundaries and a flat surface inviting high scores. Although the pitch offers swing for fast bowlers initially, it generally suits batsmen once they are set in. With an average first innings score of around 170, teams have historically favoured chasing at this venue due to the evening dew.
Head-to-Head Records
- Total Matches Played: 38
- Mumbai Indians Wins: 20
- Chennai Super Kings Wins: 18
MI vs CSK Predicted Playing XI
Mumbai Indians: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Naman Dhir, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Karn Sharma. Impact: Rohit Sharma.
Chennai Super Kings: Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana. Impact. Shivam Dube.
Predicted Top Performers
Mumbai Indians
- Suryakumar Yadav: Known for his versatility and attacking batting, SKY remains a central figure in MI’s batting exploits at home.
- Jasprit Bumrah: MI’s spearhead, especially in the death overs, capable of delivering match-turning moments.
Chennai Super Kings
- Shivam Dube : Clutch player, he could give the much needed finish to the team in crucial situations.
- Noor Ahmad: An emerging talent in CSK’s bowling attack, his capability to pick crucial wickets could challenge MI’s lineup.
Momentum Shifters
- Surya Kumar Yadav’s Innings (60+ runs at 150+ SR): Boosts MI’s win probability by +32%.
- Noor Ahmad’s Bowling (3+ wickets with economy under 7.5): Provides +30% win probability for CSK.
- Hardik Pandya’s All-round Performance (30+ runs and 2+ wickets): Adds +35% win probability for MI.
Match Prediction
In this high-stakes encounter, the Mumbai Indians are favoured slightly due to their current form and home ground advantages. MI’s batting depth, led by Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma, coupled with Bumrah’s potential impact, positions them as frontrunners. However, CSK’s resilience on the back of Dhoni’s leadership and the formidable spin options they bring could swing the game in their favour if MI falters.
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