CSK vs KKR IPL 2025 Match 25 Prediction, Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Back at Chepauk and under the captaincy of MS Dhoni again, can CSK snap their four-match losing streak against an inconsistent KKR?

CSK vs KKR IPL 2025 Match 25 Prediction, Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Asela MadhusankaEditor
Posted - 2025-04-11T00:29:25+06:00
Updated - 2025-04-11T00:29:25+06:00
The Chennai Super Kings return to their fortress Chepauk under MS Dhoni’s leadership aiming to end a tough four-match losing streak. After winning their opening game CSK has struggled especially while chasing targets. With Ruturaj Gaikwad ruled out Dhoni's return as captain could spark a turnaround.
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On the other hand KKR have shown flashes of brilliance but inconsistency has hurt their campaign. They have won two out of five matches so far and will be desperate to bounce back after a high-scoring defeat to LSG.
Match: CSK vs KKR, Match 25 IPL 2025
Date: 2025 April 11
Time: 07:30 PM IST
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Live streaming: JioStar
Live broadcast: Star Sports
CSK vs KKR Pitch Report at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
The Chepauk pitch has shown signs of slowness this season. Batters have struggled to time the ball, especially in the second innings. Spinners are expected to play a major role, and batting first could be a smart option.
Total Matches Played: 30
Chennai Super Kings Won: 19
Kolkata Knight Raiders won: 10
No Result: 01
CSK vs KKR Playing XI Prediction
Chennai Super Kings Playing XI (Predicted)
Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c/wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Anshul Kamboj.
Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI (Predicted)
Quinton de Kock (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy
Key Players to Watch in CSK vs KKR Match 25
Andre Russell (KKR): A proven match-winner who can turn games single-handedly.
Sunil Narine (KKR): His spin can trouble CSK’s middle order on a spin-friendly surface.
Varun Chakravarthy (KKR): Knows Chepauk well; could be lethal with the ball.
MS Dhoni (CSK): Back as captain, Dhoni’s finishing touch and calm leadership could lift CSK’s spirits.
Devon Conway (CSK): Scored 69 in the last game and has been CSK’s most dependable batter this season.
Noor Ahmad (CSK): Currently the leading wicket-taker in IPL 2025; thrives on slow tracks.
CSK vs KKR Match 25 Winner Prediction Who Will Win Today's IPL Match?
Despite their poor form, Chennai Super Kings will start as favorites due to the conditions at Chepauk and MS Dhoni’s return as captain. With match-winning spinners like Noor Ahmad and home advantage, CSK are tipped to win Match 25.