On May 16, 2025, Chennai Kings CA (CHK) will play the match against Thundercats (THN) in the fifth game of the KCC T20 Challengers a League 2025 at the Sulaibia Cricket Ground Parking. This game will be vital in establishing initial supremacy in the league, as both teams enter it in inconsistent condition.
CHK has had a mixed run in their last five matches, registering three wins and two losses (L-W-W-W-L), and showing promise with occasional slips. However, with a record of (W-L-W-D-L), THN has also displayed a seesaw performance, missing rhythm and having trouble to staying consistent in the tournament.
While this is their first head-to-head encounter, both teams are loaded with all-round talent and will look to capitalize on the opportunity to move up in the points table. While THN will rely on top-order hitters and disciplined bowling, CHK will rely on their potent all-rounders and in-form bats.
Chennai Kings CA (CHK) Probable XI:
Thundercats (THN) Probable XI:
M Rafi Bashir (CHK) – Credits: 7.5 | Recent Points: 0
One of CHK's most consistent top-order batters, Rafi Bashir has the ability to build innings under pressure and his selection rate is 94.29.
K Tushar (THN) – Credits: 8.5 | Recent Points: 0
A dynamic opener, Tushar provides quick starts in the powerplay and is known for his stroke play. His selection rate is 95.88.
A Anthony (CHK) – Credits: 9.0 | Recent Points: 0
A true all-rounder, Anthony contributes in all departments. He bowls economical overs and chips in with crucial knocks. A perfect captain choice and his selection rate is 96.39.
A Muhammed (CHK) – Credits: 8.5 | Recent Points: 0
Vice-Captain pick Muhammed is a dependable option for both wickets and lower-order cameos. His selection rate is 96.7
M Aqif Farooqi (THN) – Credits: 7.5 | Recent Points: 0
Farooqi is THN's go-to bowler in tight situations and death overs. His ability to pick wickets makes him a match-winner.His selection rate is 88.96
A Guruveer (THN) – Credits: 7.5 | Recent Points: 0
Reliable and accurate, Guruveer delivers tight spells and picks breakthroughs in the middle overs. His selection rate is 93.34
Captain: A Anthony
Having credits of 9.0 and selection rate is 96.39
Vice-Captain: A Muhammed
Having credits of 8.5 and selection rate is 96.7
WK: S Chaugule, H Kishore
BAT: K Tushar, M Rafi Bashir, A Avinash
AR: A Anthony (C), A Muhammed (VC), U Abbas, A Abbas
BOWL: A Guruveer, M Aqif Farooqi
Based on recent form and key all-round strength, Chennai Kings CA (CHK) are slightly ahead. Their squad has more balance and firepower in crucial positions. However, Thundercats' bowling unit could pose challenges.
Today match win prediction: Chennai Kings CA to win a tight contest.
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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12972 |
2 |
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9999 |
3 |
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9282 |
4 |
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9276 |
5 |
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9230 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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16056 |
2 |
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13537 |
3 |
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12255 |
4 |
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11832 |
5 |
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10448 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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242 |
2 |
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221 |
3 |
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207 |
4 |
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195 |
5 |
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163 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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12 |
2 |
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8 |
3 |
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8 |
4 |
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6 |
5 |
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6 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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13906 |
2 |
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10866 |
3 |
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10480 |
4 |
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8607 |
5 |
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8113 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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9373 |
2 |
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8973 |
3 |
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7936 |
4 |
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7448 |
5 |
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7061 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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242 |
2 |
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221 |
3 |
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206 |
4 |
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152 |
5 |
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142 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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50 |
2 |
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19 |
3 |
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18 |
4 |
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15 |
5 |
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11 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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4231 |
2 |
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4223 |
3 |
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4188 |
4 |
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3911 |
5 |
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3777 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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3671 |
2 |
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3237 |
3 |
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3190 |
4 |
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3144 |
5 |
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2854 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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84 |
2 |
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82 |
3 |
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75 |
4 |
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74 |
5 |
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73 |
Rank | Player | Runs |
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1 |
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20 |
2 |
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17 |
3 |
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16 |
4 |
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15 |
5 |
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14 |