IPL 2025, Match No. 63: Famously known as the “Gen Gold vs Gen Bold”, CSK vs RR rivalry, is one to watch out for. Although both teams Super Kings and Royals, have already been thrown out of the Playoffs qualification, they will be hoping to secure some redemption in their final few matches.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are one of the most successful and iconic teams in IPL history, known for their consistency and passionate fan following. Led by the legendary MS Dhoni, CSK have won the IPL title five times—in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023—cementing their legacy in the league.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural IPL champions in 2008, are known for their unpredictable style and exciting brand of cricket. The Royals focus heavily on identifying and nurturing young talent, making them a team that often surprises opponents and adds flair to every IPL season.
As the teams prepare to take on their next challenge, we take a look at the CSK vs KKR preview, match details, predicted playing 11 for each team, and further.
IPL 2025, CSK vs RR: Match Preview
Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium
Date & Time: May 12, 2025; 7:30 PM IST
Streaming & TV: Star Sports Network, JioCinema (India)
Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals: Head-to-Head
In terms of their head-to-head record, CSK has had the upper hand against RR in IPL encounters. Out of the 30 matches they have played against each other so far, CSK has emerged victorious in 16 matches, while RR has managed to win 14 matches.
| Matches Played | CSK | RR | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 16 | 14 | — |
KKR vs CSK: Full Squads for IPL 2025
Chennai Super Kings, Full Squad: MS Dhoni (C), Matheesha Pathirana, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devon Conway, Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, Rahul Tripathi, Anshul Kamboj, Sam Curran, Dewald Brevis, Nathan Ellis, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Urvil Patel, Shreyas Gopal, C Andre Siddarth, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Shaik Rasheed, Mukesh Choudhary, Kamlesh Nagarkoti.
Rajasthan Royals, Full Squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag (C), Jofra Archer, Shimron Hetmyer, Tushar Deshpande, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Nandre Burger, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kwena Maphaka, Akash Madhwal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Shubham Dubey, Yudhvir Singh, Kunal Singh Rathore, Ashok Sharma, Kumar Kartikeya
CSK vs RR Predicted Playing XI
CSK Predicted Playing XI: Rachin Ravindra, MS Dhoni (wk) (c), Shivam Dube, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed, Dewald Brevis
Impact Player: Shreyas Gopal, Deepak Hooda, Mukesh Choudhary, Ayush Mhatre
KKR Predicted Playing XI: DC Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, V Suryavanshi, R Parag (C), N Rana, Kumar Kartikeya, Akash Madhwal, Yudhvir Singh, M Theekshana, Jofra Archer
Impact Player: Sanju Samson, Tushar Deshpande, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Nandre Burger
IPL 2025, CSK vs KKR: FAQ
Where to Watch Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals?
Fans can catch the live action of the CSK vs RR match on the Star Sports Network. For online streaming, the match will be available on JioCinema in India. It’s advisable to check local listings for broadcast details in other regions.
Also read:IPL Time Table 2025: Complete Fixtures and Venues for the Upcoming Season
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