CSK vs PBKS: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 49th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). This match will be played on May 1 at 7:30 pm Indian time at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
Head-to-Head Statistics:
In the head-to-head battle, CSK have a slight edge, having been victorious in 15 of their 28 encounters against PBKS. However, in their last five matches, PBKS have dominated, winning four times.
Overall, the head-to-head record stands at 15 wins for CSK, 12 wins for PBKS and one match ended in a tie. This sets the stage for an exciting encounter between the two teams, with both sides aiming for a crucial win in the tournament.
CSK vs PBKS Pitch Report
This season the Chepauk pitch has been favorable for bowling in the first innings and the pitch has become better after the dew has cleared in the evening. Therefore, the team winning the toss will be looking to bowl first and take advantage of the wet conditions in the second innings.
CSK vs PBKS Weather Report
The maximum temperature in Chennai today is 37 degrees centigrade and the minimum is 31 degrees. There is no chance of rain and it will be humid throughout the day and the nights are expected to be cool.
CSK vs PBKS Playing 11
Chennai Super Kings:
Ajinkya Rahane, Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dubey, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper), Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman, Mathisha Pathirana.
Punjab Kings:
Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Riley Rossouw, Sam Curran (captain), Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada.
CSK vs PBKS Livestreaming
The CSK vs PBKS IPL 2024 match will be streamed on the JioCinema app and aired on Star Sports Network from 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, May 1.
CSK vs PBKS Winner Prediction
Chennai Super Kings are a tough team to beat at home. The fact that they have won four of their five matches at Chepauk this year makes it even more clear. But CSK has taken L in the last four matches against PBKS and hence it promises to be a close encounter. The team chasing the target will have the upper hand in this match.