The IPL 2025 season is heating up, and match 49 is set to be a cracker! Chennai Super Kings will lock horns with Punjab Kings on April 30 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The game kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.
Let’s break it all down — team form, head-to-head, playing XIs, and the best fantasy cricket picks for your Dream11 teams
Match Preview: CSK vs PBKS – What’s at Stake?
The Chennai Super Kings are in unfamiliar territory this season — sitting at the bottom of the table with just 2 wins from 9 games. It’s been a rough ride, but there’s still hope to salvage pride.
Punjab Kings, on the other hand, are having a decent campaign, sitting at 5th place with 5 wins from 8 games. They’ve got momentum, but can they handle the Chennai heat and the Chepauk crowd?
In their last match, CSK went down to SRH despite a 42-run effort from Dewald Brevis. Punjab Kings’ previous outing against KKR was washed out, so they’ll be eager to get back in action.
Head-to-Head Record
These two sides have always delivered close contests. Out of 32 matches played between them:
- Chennai Super Kings have won 17
- Punjab Kings have won 15
It’s neck-and-neck — and tonight might just tilt the balance.
Weather & Pitch Report – What To Expect in Chennai
- Temperature: Around 29°C
- Weather: Scattered clouds, but no rain expected
- Pitch: Balanced, but slightly pace-friendly
- 1st Innings Average Score: 158
- Chasing Record: Pretty even (50% win rate)
Expect a match where bowlers could play a key role, especially in the powerplay and death overs.
Predicted Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings:
Ayush Mhatre, Shaik Rasheed, Sam Curran, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (wk/c), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Anshul Kamboj
Punjab Kings:
Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar
Fantasy Cricket Picks – Who Should You Have in Your Dream11?
Captaincy Picks
- Priyansh Arya – He smashed 69 runs in his last game and is in serious form.
- Ayush Mhatre – Reliable with the bat, and likely to anchor CSK’s innings.
Top Picks
- Ravindra Jadeja – Solid all-rounder, always a threat with bat and ball.
- Prabhsimran Singh – Explosive wicket-keeper batter who scored 83 in his last complete match.
Budget Picks
- Sam Curran – Consistent contributor, handy with both bat and ball.
- Glenn Maxwell – Known for turning games around, even if inconsistent.
DC vs KKR, IPL 2025: Dream11 Predictions, Head-to-Head, Pitch Report, and What to Expect
CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Teams (Sample)
Team 1 (Balanced Strategy):
Keeper – Prabhsimran Singh
Batters – Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dube, Priyansh Arya (C), Dewald Brevis, Ayush Mhatre
All-rounders – Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Marco Jansen
Bowlers – Khaleel Ahmed, Arshdeep Singh, Noor Ahmad
Team 2 (Aggressive):
Include more big hitters like Glenn Maxwell and Sam Curran, use Prabhsimran as VC, and drop one all-rounder for an extra bowler.
Players to Avoid
- Azmatullah Omarzai – Just 4 points in the last game, not in rhythm.
- Deepak Hooda – Scored decently but may not be consistent at this stage.
Expert Advice
- SL Captaincy Choice: Priyansh Arya
- GL Captaincy Punt: Ayush Mhatre
- Smart Picks: Jadeja for reliability, Maxwell for X-factor
Match Prediction – Who’s Taking the Points?
Despite their poor run, Chennai Super Kings are expected to bounce back at home. The experience of players like Dhoni, Jadeja, and Curran might just give them the edge they desperately need.
