Updated as of April 20, 2025
1. MI vs CSK 2025 Match Overview
The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season has reignited the storied rivalry between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Dubbed the “El Clásico of the IPL,” these teams have clashed twice so far in 2025, with CSK winning the first encounter on March 23, and a critical rematch scheduled for April 20 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 3610.
2. MI vs CSK 2025 Scorecard
First Match (March 23, 2025):
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Result: CSK won by 4 wickets 6712.
- MI Innings: 155/9 (20 overs)
- Top Performers: Suryakumar Yadav (29), Tilak Varma (31), Deepak Chahar (28*).
- CSK Bowling: Noor Ahmad (4/18), Khaleel Ahmed (3/29).
- CSK Innings: 158/6 (19.1 overs)
- Top Performers: Ruturaj Gaikwad (53 off 26), Rachin Ravindra (65* off 45).
- MI Bowling: Vignesh Puthur (3/32), Deepak Chahar (1/18).
- Player of the Match: Noor Ahmad (CSK) 712.
Key Highlights:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad’s fastest IPL fifty (22 balls).
- MS Dhoni’s lightning-quick stumping of Suryakumar Yadav.
- Debutant Vignesh Puthur’s impactful spell for MI 712.
3. MI vs CSK 2025 Tickets
- Upcoming Match (April 20, 2025):
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
- Ticket Booking: Available via official IPL partner platforms like District.in 11.
- Pricing: Ranges from ₹1,500 (general stands) to ₹25,000 (VIP boxes) based on previous fixtures.
- Chepauk Match (March 23): Tickets were sold out within hours, reflecting the rivalry’s popularity 1112.
4. MI vs CSK 2025 Predictions
Factors Influencing April 20 Match:
- Pitch Report: Wankhede’s batting-friendly surface favors high scores. Dew may play a role in the second innings 1014.
- Team Form:
- CSK: Struggling with only 2 wins in 7 matches. Key players: Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Noor Ahmad.
- MI: Slightly better with 3 wins but inconsistent. Key players: Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya 1014.
- Head-to-Head: CSK has dominated recent clashes, winning 6 of the last 7 encounters since 2021 14.
- Prediction: MI holds a slight edge due to home advantage and batting depth, but CSK’s spin attack could exploit Wankhede’s slower second innings 1014.
5. CSK’s 2025 Match Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Result/Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23 | Mumbai Indians | Chepauk, Chennai | Won by 4 wickets |
| Apr 20 | Mumbai Indians | Wankhede, Mumbai | Yet to play |
| Apr 25 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Chepauk, Chennai | Upcoming |
| Apr 30 | Punjab Kings | Chepauk, Chennai | Upcoming |
| May 12 | Rajasthan Royals | Chepauk, Chennai | Upcoming |
| May 18 | Gujarat Titans | Narendra Modi Stadium | Upcoming |
| Full schedule available on IPL’s official website 11. |
6. MI vs CSK in Finals History
The teams have met in four IPL finals:
- 2010: CSK won by 22 runs (Suresh Raina’s 57, Ashwin’s economical spell) 14.
- 2013: MI won by 23 runs (Kieron Pollard’s 60*, Lasith Malinga’s 2/22) 14.
- 2015: MI won by 41 runs (Rohit Sharma’s 50, Mitchell McClenaghan’s 3/25) 14.
- 2019: MI won by 1 run (Lasith Malinga’s final-over heroics) 14.
- Head-to-Head in Finals: MI leads 3-1 14.
7. MI vs CSK 2025 Squads
Chennai Super Kings:
- Key Players: MS Dhoni (c), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra, Noor Ahmad.
- New Recruits: Dewald Brevis, Ayush Mhatre 10.
Mumbai Indians:
- Key Players: Hardik Pandya (c), Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Trent Boult.
- New Recruits: Vignesh Puthur, Ryan Rickelton 10.
8. Live Streaming and Broadcast
- TV Channels: Star Sports Network (India), Sky Sports (UK), Willow TV (USA).
- Digital Platforms: JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar 14.
9. Key Takeaways for April 20 Clash
- CSK’s Strategy: Leverage spinners (Jadeja, Ashwin) during middle overs.
- MI’s Strategy: Exploit powerplay with Rohit Sharma and Bumrah’s death bowling.
- Player to Watch: Hardik Pandya (MI) vs Ravindra Jadeja (CSK)
