The much-anticipated IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is set for March 28 at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both teams have undergone leadership changes this season, with Ruturaj Gaikwad captaining CSK and Rajat Patidar leading RCB.
Probable Playing XI:
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
- Devon Conway (WK)
- Rahul Tripathi
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Deepak Hooda
- Shivam Dube
- MS Dhoni (WK)
- Sam Curran
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Mukesh Choudhary
- Matheesha Pathirana
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB):
- Phil Salt (WK)
- Virat Kohli
- Rajat Patidar (C)
- Liam Livingstone
- Tim David
- Krunal Pandya
- Jitesh Sharma
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Josh Hazlewood
- Lungi Ngidi
- Yash Dayal
Note: These lineups are based on available squad information and may change depending on team strategies and player fitness.
Captaincy Records:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK): In the IPL 2025 season, Gaikwad has captained CSK in 15 matches, securing 8 wins and 7 losses, resulting in a winning percentage of approximately 53%. His home record at Chepauk is particularly strong, with 6 wins out of 8 matches.
- Rajat Patidar (RCB): Patidar took over RCB’s captaincy in IPL 2025, succeeding Faf du Plessis. Under his leadership, RCB commenced the season with a notable victory against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, restricting KKR to 174 runs and chasing the target with a seven-wicket win.
This encounter promises to be thrilling, with both young captains eager to showcase their leadership skills and secure a crucial win for their respective teams.
