Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 46th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Chennai Super Kings have secured four wins out of eight matches, placing them fourth in the IPL 2024 standings with eight points. On the other hand, SunRisers Hyderabad are currently placed third with 10 points, having won five out of eight matches. Before what is expected to be an exciting match, let’s analyze the predicted XIs of both teams.
CSK Predicted XI
Ajinkya Rahane
In the upcoming match against SRH, Ajinkya Rahane will open the innings for CSK. Rahane, who has not been able to replicate his IPL 2023 form in the current season, has scored 161 runs in seven innings. The CSK opener will be eager to make a significant score soon.
Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain)
CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad comes into this match after a magnificent unbeaten 108-run knock against LSG, showcasing an explosive strike rate of 180. Gaikwad will be focused on providing another quick start for his team, aiming to put pressure on SRH’s bowlers on Sunday.
Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell, known for his hard-hitting prowess, will seek to bring stability to CSK’s top order. Despite scoring only 146 runs in seven matches, the Kiwi batter has the potential to make a significant impact. It will be crucial for Mitchell to unleash his full potential soon if CSK are to post a competitive total.
Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja will look to bolster both the batting and bowling departments for CSK. The accomplished Indian all-rounder has contributed 157 runs in six innings, boasting an impressive average of 78.50, and has also taken four wickets in eight matches in IPL 2024. Jadeja is expected to make an impact with both bat and ball in the upcoming match.
Shivam Dube
Shivam Dube was the standout performer in the last game for CSK. The tall and talented batter scored a quickfire 66 runs off 27 balls against LSG, hitting seven sixes and two boundaries. With a total of 311 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of 51.83 and a strike rate of 169.94, Dube will be eager to replicate his performance against SRH.
MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper)
MS Dhoni remains a beacon of hope for CSK, consistently defying his age and delighting fans with his batting prowess. Despite spending limited time at the crease, the veteran Indian wicketkeeper-batter has made a significant impact whenever he has batted. With 91 runs in six innings, Dhoni’s remarkable strike rate of 260 could pose a serious threat to the best bowlers in IPL.
Moeen Ali
Moeen Ali is tasked with bringing balance to the CSK batting lineup. While Moeen has scored 30 runs in the solitary innings, he has been influential with the ball, taking two wickets in three matches. The English all-rounder will look to increase both his runs and wickets tally in the upcoming game.
Deepak Chahar
Indian fast bowler Deepak Chahar will lead the CSK bowling attack. Chahar has taken five wickets in six matches, showcasing his skill in generating swing and bowling accurate lengths, all while maintaining a decent economy rate of 8.72. Additionally, he can prove useful with the bat, capable of scoring crucial runs lower down the order when needed.
Tushar Deshpande
Tushar Deshpande will offer a distinctive dimension to the CSK bowling attack. His knack for bewildering batters with pace variations has earned him six wickets in eight matches. Deshpande has also been effective in restricting the opposition, boasting an economy rate of 8.62.
Mustafizur Rahman
Mustafizur Rahman leads the wicket-taking charts for Chennai in IPL 2024 with 12 scalps in eight matches. The Bangladeshi pacer is a crucial member of the CSK fast-bowling unit and will be keen to regain the Purple Cap by adding to his tally of wickets at Chepauk.
Matheesha Pathirana
Matheesha Pathirana, one of the most lethal bowlers in IPL 2024, will look to make key breakthroughs for CSK in the next match. With an impressive economy rate of 7.60, Pathirana has already claimed 11 wickets in just five matches. He will be eager to bamboozle SRH batters with his pace bowling skills come Sunday.
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Shardul Thakur
SRH Predicted XI
Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma, one of the most promising batters from IPL 2024, will open the innings for SRH in the upcoming game. Sharma has been in exceptional form, scoring 288 runs in eight matches at a magnificent strike rate of 218.18. His performance will be crucial if SRH aim to set a formidable total on Sunday.
Travis Head
Australian opener Travis Head has made a huge impact in IPL 2024. The left-handed batter has amassed 325 runs at an impressive average of 46.43 and a remarkable strike rate of 212.14. Head has also recorded a century and two half-centuries this season. Expected to open alongside Sharma in the upcoming match, he will be keen to provide SRH with a strong start against CSK.
Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram is set to bolster the SunRisers Hyderabad top order. Despite scoring only 167 runs in eight matches this season, the South African batter will look to contribute significantly in the next game, easing the pressure on the team’s openers.
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Nitish Kumar Reddy, the talented all-rounder, has played a crucial role in the SRH lineup. With 128 runs and three wickets in five matches, he has showcased his ability with both bat and ball. Reddy will be keen to exert pressure on CSK’s batters and bowlers with his versatile skills.
Heinrich Klassen (wicketkeeper)
Renowned for his aggressive approach to batting, Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as one of the most dangerous batters in IPL 2024. Having amassed 275 runs in eight matches, the South African boasts an impressive average of 45.83 and a striking strike rate of 199.27. Klassen’s power-hitting skills have been instrumental in SRH achieving record-breaking totals, making him a player to keep an eye on during Sunday’s match.
Shahbaz Ahmed
Shahbaz Ahmed will look to solidify SRH’s middle-order batting lineup. The all-rounder has been impressive, scoring 169 runs in six innings, remaining unbeaten in three of them. With the ball, Shahbaz has claimed three wickets in eight matches, providing valuable support to the team’s spin bowling attack.
Abdul Samad
Abdul Samad has found his aggressive batting form and often left SRH fans in awe in the ongoing IPL. The right-handed batter has piled up 129 runs in just six innings at a scintillating strike rate of 211.47. Samad will be a raring to showcase his batting brilliance against CSK in the upcoming match.
Pat Cummins (captain)
SunRisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has been particularly effective with the ball, claiming 10 wickets in eight matches while maintaining an exceptional economy rate of 8.71. He can also provide depth to the lower order, having scored at an impressive strike rate of 160.86.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Known for his swing variations and bowling the right lengths, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is expected to open the bowling for Hyderabad. The Indian pacer has scalped four wickets in eight matches and would want to improve his tally in the upcoming match against Chennai.
Jaydev Unadkat
Jaydev Unadkat’s inclusion in the playing XI adds variety to SRH’s bowling attack. The left-arm pacer’s ability to swing the ball and vary his pace has led him to take seven wickets in six matches. His experience in the IPL could be vital as he can provide early breakthroughs and maintain pressure on the opposition throughout the match.
Mayank Markande
Mayank Markande adds depth to the spin department and provides SRH with an additional option to disrupt the opposition’s batting rhythm. The leg-spinner has taken eight wickets in seven matches in IPL 2024. Markande’s knack for picking up wickets in the middle overs could help SRH contain CSK’s batting firepower.
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