The Chennai and the Lucknow will face off in the 30th IPL 2025 match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on 14th April at 7:30 PM IST. JioHotstar and Star Sports Network both stream the event live for fans.
This match presents two teams with very different forms. LSG are coming off a confident six-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans, while CSK are reeling from five straight defeats—the latest being an eight-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders at their home ground.
So far, the two sides have faced each other five times in the IPL:
LSG currently holds the upper hand in the rivalry, having secured three convincing wins.
The pitch at the Ekana Stadium is made of black soil, known for offering a slow and balanced playing surface. Here's what to expect:
This combination offers a balance of experience, form, and favorable matchups based on pitch conditions.
Probable Playing 11: Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran (WK), Rishabh Pant (C), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Himmat Singh, Shardul Thakur, Akash Deep, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan
Impact player: Shahbaz Ahmed, Prince Yadav, Matthew Breetzke, Shamar Joseph
Probable Playing 11: Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj
Impact player: Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Nathan Ellis,Shaik Rasheed, Jamie Overton
Despite Lucknow’s better record in this rivalry and their recent win, Chennai could bounce back in this match. CSK’s experienced spinners like Ashwin and Jadeja are well-suited to the conditions at the Ekana Stadium, which is known to assist spin as the game wears on. With a better balance and the urgency to end their losing streak, Chennai might just pull off a much-needed victory.
Prediction: A close contest is on the cards, but Chennai Super Kings could emerge as the winners if their experienced players step up on the day.
Also Read: LSG vs CSK IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant stats and Records against CSK
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