Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 25th match of IPL 2025 on 11 April 2025, at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. This article will guide you in making the perfect team for CSK vs KKR match with expert Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips.
Chennai Super Kings are in deep trouble after losing four of their first five games, even after putting up 200+ for the first time this season. The loss to PBKS exposed more than just bowling issues—fielding has been sloppy, with the highest number of dropped catches in the league. The top order is still shaky, and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury adds to the headache.
With MS Dhoni back as captain, there’s a sense of déjà vu from 2022 when CSK finished ninth. The spin unit hasn’t clicked yet, but Dhoni’s guidance might bring some control, especially on home turf, where Chennai have already lost to RCB and DC.
Kolkata Knight Riders, despite a narrow loss to LSG, come in with momentum. Their batting has picked up sharply with back-to-back 200+ scores. Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, and Rinku Singh were all in form during the chase. On Chennai’s slow pitch, Narine and Chakaravarthy could be game-changers, and Harshit Rana’s variations might add pressure.
Quinton de Kock’s dip in form might see Gurbaz return, while Moeen Ali could replace Spencer Johnson to strengthen spin. Both sides are desperate for a win to stay in the playoff race, and whoever adapts quicker to Chennai’s conditions will have the edge.
CSK vs KKR Match Details
| Match: | Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Match 25 |
| Tournament: | Indian Premier League 2025 |
| Date: | 11 April 2025 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Live Streaming: | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
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CSK vs KKR Player Stats In Current Tournament
Batting Stats
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane | 184 Runs |
| Rachin Ravindra | 145 Runs |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | 133 Runs |
| Quinton De Kock | 118 Runs |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 114 Runs |
Bowling Stats
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Noor Ahmad | 11 Wickets |
| Khaleel Ahmed | 10 Wickets |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | 6 Wickets |
| Vaibhav Arora | 6 Wickets |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 5 Wickets |
Top Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Picks for CSK vs KKR Dream11 Prediction
- Sunil Narine
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Rachin Ravindra
CSK vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
- Wicket-Keeper: Quinton de Kock, Devon Conway
- Batters: Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Rachin Ravindra
- All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell
- Bowlers: Khaleel Ahmed, Varun Chakaravarthy, Noor Ahmad
- Captain: Sunil Narine
- Vice-Captain: Rachin Ravindra
