The Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the most successful team in IPL history, are gearing up for another thrilling season in 2025. With five IPL championship titles and a militantly devoted fan base, the "Yellow Army" will once again dominate the league. Below is the scoop on their 2025 season, from the schedule to team dynamics.
Date Match Venue Opponent Result
Date | Venue | Opponent | Result/Status | Time(Local IST) |
11 Apr 2025 | Chennai | KKR | KKR won by 8 wickets | 7:30 PM |
14 Apr 2025 | Lucknow | LSG | CSK won by 5 wickets | 7:30 PM |
20 Apr 2025 | Wankhede | MI | MI won by 9 wickets | 7:30 PM |
25 Apr 2025 | Chennai | SRH | SRH won by 5 wickets | 7:30 PM |
30 Apr 2025 | Chennai | PBKS | PBKS won by 4 wickets | 7:30 PM |
3 May 2025 | Bengaluru | RCB | RCB won by 2 runs | 7:30 PM |
7 May 2025 | Eden Gardens | KKR | CSK won by 2 wickets | 7:30 PM |
20 May 2025 | Delhi | RR | Match Yet to Begin | 7:30 PM |
25 May 2025 | Ahmedabad | GT | Match Yet to Begin | 3:30 PM |
CSK's home base, the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk), is a fortress of spin-friendly pitches and ear-shattering crowds. The 38,000-seat stadium has been the venue for some of CSK's most thrilling victories. The slow, turning tracks here have a tendency to give CSK's spin-heavy attack, led by Ravindra Jadeja and Moeen Ali, a decisive edge.
Lineup List:
Batting: Rachin Ravindra, Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre/Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c&wk), Jamie Overton
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj
Recent Injury Report:
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have Vansh Bedi out of the tournament due to the ligament tear in his left ankle, and he has been replaced by Urvil Patel. Ruturaj Gaikwad is also unavailable for the tournament due to an elbow injury, and his substitute is Ayush Mhatre.
MS Dhoni assuming the captaincy once again following the elimination of Ruturaj Gaikwad for the remainder of the season due to a hairline fracture of his elbow. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have undergone a crucial leadership change mid-IPL 2025. The decision is a tactical one to consolidate the team following Gaikwad's unexpected injury, which occurred in a match earlier in April.
Key Players:
MS Dhoni: The backbone of CSK, Captain Dhoni is the one who lead the team into victory many times.
Ravindra Jadeja: Jadeja's all-round abilities are second to none.
Matheesha Pathirana: "Baby Malinga," his death-bowling precision is the game-changer.
TV Broadcast: Willow TV (USA), Sky Sports (UK), SuperSport (South Africa), Star Sports Network (India).
Streaming: JioCinema (India), ESPN+ (USA), Sky Go (UK).
Radio: FanCode (Hindi/English commentary).