CSK vs RCB / There will be changes in both teams! Whoever the captain is, the contest is Kohli vs Dhoni

CSK vs RCB: IPL 2025 has now reached the point where the teams of RCB and CSK are going to face each other. Today this blockbuster match will be played at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. However, this time neither the captaincy of CSK is in the hands of MS Dhoni nor the command of RCB is with Virat Kohli, but still the match is expected to be exciting. In this match, some important changes can also be seen in the playing XI of both the teams, because the nature of the Chennai pitch is helpful for spin bowlers.

Jacob Bethell's entry in RCB possible

Keeping in mind the Chennai pitch, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) can include an additional spinner in their playing XI. In this context, England's young all-rounder Jacob Bethell is likely to get a chance in place of Tim David. Jacob Bethell is a left-arm spin bowler and can also contribute in batting if needed. Tim David was not needed to bat in the last match, so the team management may give preference to Jacob Bethell on a spin-friendly pitch this time.

Eye on the fitness of Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mathisha Pathirana

RCB's experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar could not play in the last match due to injury. However, his injury is not said to be very serious and the team will hope that he gets fit for this important match. If Bhuvneshwar Kumar plays, then Rasikh Salam may have to sit out of the playing XI.

On the other hand, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) team is also keeping an eye on the fitness of their key fast bowler Mathisha Pathirana. If he gets fit, Nathan Ellis may have to leave the team.

Spinners can be seen in full swing

Chennai's pitch has always been favorable for spin bowlers. CSK has taken full advantage of this feature on its home ground. This time too the team will not shy away from adopting this strategy. Other teams also give chance to their spinners, but the performance of Chennai Super Kings' spinners is usually better. The role of spinners can prove to be decisive in this match as well.

The match is expected to be tremendous

This high-voltage match will see a tough competition between the two teams. RCB will come out with its strong batting and new combination, while CSK will try to take advantage of its home ground. The audience is expecting a thrilling match, where every ball and every run will prove to be precious. The spin-to-win formula will dominate the Chennai pitch this time too, but it will be interesting to see which team adopts this strategy better.

Who will win this much-awaited match of IPL 2025 will be known today, but it is certain that cricket lovers will get to see an exciting and memorable match.