Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 17 of IPL 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. CSK will be eager to bounce back after two consecutive losses against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). Meanwhile DC has been dominant so far, securing two wins in two matches, including a last-over thriller against Lucknow Super Giants and a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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Match Details

• Match: CSK vs DC, Match 17, IPL 2025
• Date: April 5, 2025
• Time: 03:30 PM IST
• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai
• Live Streaming: JioStar
• Live Broadcast: Star Sports

CSK vs DC Pitch Report at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk

The Chepauk surface is known to be slow and assist spinners as the game progresses. While the pitch might seem batting-friendly at the start, it tends to get tougher for stroke play in the second innings. Historically, teams batting first have had an advantage, with an average score of around 170. With a well-prepared track, scores could go slightly higher this time.

Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played 30

Won by Chennai Super Kings 19

Won by Delhi Capitals 11

CSK vs DC Playing XI Prediction

Chennai Super Kings Playing XI (Predicted):

Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Jamie Overton, Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana

Impact Player: Khaleel Ahmed

Delhi Capitals Playing XI (Predicted):

Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar

Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma

Key Players to Watch in CSK vs DC Match 17

Noor Ahmad (CSK)

The Afghan spinner has been CSK’s top wicket-taker, with nine wickets in four matches at an average of 9.11 and an economy of 6.83. His variations could trouble DC’s middle order on a turning track.

Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK)

Leading from the front, Gaikwad has been CSK’s top scorer this season, amassing 116 runs in three innings at an average of 38.66 and a strike rate of 156.75. His ability to handle spin will be crucial at Chepauk.

Faf du Plessis (DC)

The experienced batter, who previously played for CSK, is coming off a solid half-century against SRH. His familiarity with Chepauk’s conditions could benefit DC’s batting approach.

Mitchell Starc (DC)

Starc has been lethal with the new ball, picking up eight wickets this season, including a five-wicket haul against SRH. If he finds movement early, he could rattle CSK’s top order.

Also Read: IPL 2025: CSK vs DC – Live Streaming, Match Preview & Probable Playing XI

CSK vs DC Match 17 Winner Prediction, Who Will Win?

CSK will have the home advantage but their recent form raises concerns. However given their strong spin attack and experience at Chepauk they are expected to edge past DC and return to winning ways.