CSK vs SRH Match Prediction: IPL 2024 Match 46, Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?

CSK vs SRH Match Prediction: Following two straight defeats in the last two matches, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will look get back to winning ways when they play Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday evening. SRH are also coming off a negative result following a 35-run defeat in the last match.

Chennai have won four and lost as many matches after 8 rounds. Two of those defeats, however, came in the last two games, both against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). As a result, CSK now find themselves out of top-four, sitting at 6th heading into this game.

Sunrisers also suffered a shock defeat at home in their last encounter, coming up 35-run short of Royal Challengers Bangalore‘s 207-run target. But SRH remain in good position, currently at 3rd on table having won 5 times in 8 matches.

CSK vs SRH Match Details

MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report

To put it simply, the pitch at MA Chidambaram Stadium has undergone a transformation, shifting from a slow, spinner-friendly surface to a batting paradise where batsmen dictate the pace of their innings. In the four matches played at this venue in IPL 2024, the team batting second has emerged victorious three times, with the lone exception being when CSK posted 206/6 against Gujarat Titans on March 26. Despite that, the 2022 IPL champions could only muster 143/8 in response.

Even in the recent match, LSG successfully chased down CSK‘s total of 210/4 in just 19.3 overs. These matches and statistical data collectively indicate that the pitch heavily favors batsmen, with teams chasing often having a significant advantage.

CSK vs SRH Head-To-Head Record

This upcoming encounter will mark the 21st meeting between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. In the previous 20 matches, CSK have overwhelmingly dominated the head-to-head encounters, securing an impressive 20 victories against the 2016 IPL champions. Conversely, SRH have managed to win just six times against MS Dhoni-led teams in the past.

Last Meeting Between CSK vs SRH
CSK: 165/5 (1st innings)
SRH: 166/4 (2nd innings)

CSK vs SRH Predicted Playing 11:

Chennai Super Kings Predicted Lineup:
Ajinkya Rahane
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
Daryl Mitchell / Rachin Ravindra
Ravindra Jadeja
Shivam Dube
MS Dhoni (WK)
Moeen Ali
Deepak Chahar
Tushar Deshpande
Mustafizur Rahman
Matheesha Pathirana
Shardul Thakur (IMPACT PLAYER)

Sunrisers Hyderabad Predicted Lineup:
Abhishek Sharma
Travis Head
Aiden Markram
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Heinrich Klaasen (WK)
Shahbaz Ahmed
Abdul Samad
Pat Cummins (C)
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Jaydev Unadkat
Mayank Markande
T Natarajan (IMPACT PLAYER)

Best Batters And Bowlers

CSK Probable highest scorer: Ruturaj Gaikwad or Shivam Dube

Ruturaj Gaikwad played a captain’s innings against LSG, but his efforts were overshadowed by CSK’s bowling performance, resulting in a six-wicket loss. Nonetheless, Gaikwad’s remarkable 60-ball 108, adorned with 12 fours and 3 sixes, showcased his batting prowess. Considering that CSK will be playing at home and Gaikwad enjoys entertaining the home crowd, there’s a good chance he might deliver another spectacular innings.

Shivam Dube has been exceptional for CSK. He is batting in the middle-order when the field is stretched. Despite that, he is hitting boundaries, clearing the ropes at will, and scoring plenty of runs at a strike-rate almost touching 170. His impact has been unparalleled. Even in the last game he smashed 66 runs off just 27 deliveries, featuring 3 fours, and 7 sixes. He should be in your CSK vs SRH Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Teams.

SRH Probable Highest Scorer: Travis Head or Abhishek Sharma or Heinrich Klaasen

The magnificent trio of Sunrisers Hyderabad is doing the bulk of the scoring for the team. With 325 runs in 7 innings, Travis Head is leading the scoring charts for the 2016 IPL champions.

Abhishek Sharma is 2nd on the list having scored 288 runs in 8 innings, followed by Heinrich Klaasen at 3rd who has racked up 275 runs in 8 matches.

CSK Probable Best Bowler: Mustafizur Rahman or Matheesha Pathirana

Mustafizur Rahman is the leading wicket-taker for CSK this season. The 28-year-old speedster has picked up 12 wickets in 7 games.

Matheesha Pathirana has been even more impressive, considering he is second on the wickets’ list for CSK despite playing just 5 matches. The 21-year-old has picked up 11 wickets in only 5 games.

SRH Probable Best Bowler: Pat Cummins or T Natarajan

T Natarajan is the best bowler for SRH this season. Not only he is the highest wicket taker for Sunrisers with 12 wickets in 6 matches, he is also the go-to-bowler for Cummins during the tense situation.

Pat Cummins is also stepping up with his bowling skills. SRH’s captain fantastic has taken 10 wickets in 8 matches in IPL 2024.

Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match Between CSK vs SRH

Sunrisers Hyderabad won the reverse fixture by six wickets earlier in the season. CSK batted first and posted only 165 runs on board, and SRH made the mockery of the target, chasing it in 18.1 overs while losing just four wickets.

But it will be a different here as CSK are at home and we all know how tough they are in front of their own fans. SRH are also not perfect by any stretch of imagination, with the bowling unit their weakest link. We predict a home win for CSK.

Chances Of A Win
CSK: 54%
SRH: 46%

Disclaimer: The above match prediction is based on the data and instincts of the writer. While picking players for your team, consider the points mentioned above, and make your own wise decision.