The Southern Derby features Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore in Match 8 of IPL 2025 on 28th March. This clash is set to take place at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Both teams have won their opening matches of the tournament. Before we dive into the live action, check out the match preview, head-to-head stats, and where to watch the match live.
CSK vs RCB: Where to Watch Live?
Date | 28/03/2025 |
Time | 7:30 PM IST |
Venue | M.A Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk |
Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
Streaming OTT | JioHotstar |
CSK vs RCB: Match Preview
CSK with Their Home Advantage
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have had a strong start to the season, securing a victory against the Mumbai Indians (MI) at home. A key factor in this win was their spin bowler, Noor Ahmed, whose impressive 4 wickets from 18 runs spell proved to be a game-changer against MI’s batting lineup. Additionally, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad made a significant contribution with a quickfire 22-ball fifty, while Rachin Ravindra scored a well-paced knock of 65 runs off 45 balls, helping CSK clinch a 4-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians.
As CSK prepares for their upcoming match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), they will likely stick to their successful strategy. The team generally maintains the same lineup and gives players ample time to find their form. Therefore, we can expect minimal changes in their squad. The bowling setup looks solid and has added depth, including the part-time option of Ruturaj Gaikwad.
However, there is room for improvement in their middle-order batting. In the last match, while their intentions were evident, players like Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, and Shivam Dube will need to step up today. If they come up with a good plan and play according to the situation, they could make a significant impact. Overall, CSK is set to face RCB at full potential, with their yellow-clad fans cheering them on for their second win of the season.
New-look RCBÂ
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have opened their account with a convincing victory over the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). With notable performances from Krunal Pandya, who took 3 wickets for 29 runs, and match-winning fifties from Phil Salt and Virat Kohli, RCB showcased their new team’s talent without compromise.Â
As they head into their match at Chepauk, RCB can expect similar conditions to those at Eden Gardens, with additional assistance for spinners. This boosts their confidence in hopes of overcoming CSK.
An added advantage for RCB will be the inclusion of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who will be teaming up with Josh Hazlewood. Additionally, RCB will likely feature one change in their lineup.
When Dinesh Karthik was asked about RCB’s strategy to counter CSK’s spin attack, he expressed confidence in their quality batters, who are prepared to take the initiative against the spin bowlers.
Overall, both teams have adequately prepared over the last 5-6 days in training, promising an exciting match for the fans.
CSK vs RCB: Head-to-Head Advantage (Chepauk)
Statistically, CSK boasts an outstanding record against RCB at their home ground, winning 8 out of 9 matches at Chepauk. The only victory for RCB at this venue came in 2008, after which they have failed to win any matches there.
Teams | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
Matches Played | 9 | 9 |
At Chepauk (last 5) | 8 | 1 |
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