Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 62nd Match IPL 2025 Preview & Winner Prediction

Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals

Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are once again set to face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 62nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

As per the original schedule, CSK was supposed to host RR at Chepauk. After the league’s suspension, the match between the Super Kings and Royals, according to the revised schedule, was relocated to the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi due to the heavy rains in South India.

Both Chennai and Rajasthan have been officially eliminated from the playoff race a few weeks back. Still, CSK will aim to secure a memorable victory in their penultimate clash to avoid concluding the 18th season at the bottom position of the points table.

This is the second instance these two teams will meet each other this season, as RR earlier triumphed over CSK at home by 6 runs. However, it’s a payback game for the five-time champions under MS Dhoni’s captaincy to improve their performance in the concluding phases of the league stages.

Let’s take a look at the head-to-head stats of CSK vs RR, weather forecast, pitch report, probable playing XI, and impact subs options to determine which team has higher chances to win upcoming match.

Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2025 Match Details

IPL 2025 Match Number62
Date and DayMay 20 (Tuesday)
VenueArun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Seating Capacity35,200
Timings (IST)07:30 pm

Head-to-Head Records of CSK vs RR in IPL (From 2008 to Present)

CSK has been slightly dominant against RR by winning 16 out of 30 matches since the inaugural season in 2008, and here are the head-to-head stats listed below in a tabular column:

InformationChennai Super Kings (CSK)Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Matches Played3030
Won1614
Highest Total246 (in IPL 2010)223 (in IPL 2010)
Lowest Total109 (in IPL 2008)126 (in IPL 2012)
Winnings Batting First86
Winnings Batting Second88

Also, this is the first time Super Kings will compete against RR at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Delhi Weather Forecast Updates for CSK vs RR IPL 2025 Match

With no chances of rain predicted, players can enjoy giving their best performance during the CSK vs RR match due to slightly cool and a bit of cloudy conditions.

Temperature34 °C to 38 °C
Humidity30%
Wind Speed14 km/hr
Dew Point14°
Cloud Cover5%
Rainfall Chances1%

Pitch Conditions for CSK vs RR IPL 2025 Match

The flat pitches at Arun Jaitley stadium have recently assisted pacers in the initial overs, while spinners can produce low bounce with variations. Despite the first batting teams managing to post competitive totals, the chasing sides are expected to have an upper hand as dew is expected to play a crucial role in the second half of the match.

Based on the recent game between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at this venue, the toss-winning captain of the CSK vs RR match is expected to bowl first, so that targets can be chased conveniently. Possibly, there could be another run fest as both the teams are expected to post a 200 or 250-plus totals.

Possible Playing XI Combination and Impact Player Options for CSK and RR

The players listed below are certain to make the playing XI combination and impact player options stronger for CSK and RR in the upcoming match:

CSK Expected Playing XI:

S.NoPlayerRole
1.Ayush MhatreBatsman
2.Urvil PatelWicketkeeper / Batsman
3.Devon Conway (Overseas)Wicketkeeper / Batsman
4.Ravindra JadejaAll-rounder
5.Dewald Brevis (Overseas)Batsman
6.MS Dhoni (Captain)Batsman and Wicketkeeper
7.Ravichandran AshwinAll-rounder
8.Anshul KambojAll-rounder
9.Noor Ahmad (Overseas)Bowler
10.Khaleel AhmedBowler
11.Matheesha Pathirana (Overseas)Bowler

CSK Impact Player Options vs RR:

S.NoPlayerRolePlayer to be Switched in Playing XI Lineup
1.Shivam DubeAll-rounder    Matheesha Pathirana (or vice-versa)
2.Deepak HoodaAll-rounder
3.Kamlesh NagarkotiBowler
4.Ramakrishna GhoshAll-rounder
5.Shreyas GopalBowler

RR Expected Playing XI:

S.NoPlayerRole
1.Yashasvi JaiswalBatsman
2.Vaibhav SuryavanshiBatsman
3.Sanju Samson (Captain)Wicketkeeper / Batsman
4.Riyan ParagAll-rounder
5.Shimron Hetmyer (Overseas)Batsman
6.Dhruv JurelWicketkeeper / Batsman
7.Wanindu Hasaranga  (Overseas)All-rounder
8.Kwena Maphaka (Overseas)Bowler
9.Tushar DeshpandeBowler
10.Akash MadhwalBowler
11.Fazalhaq Farooqi (Overseas)Bowler

RR Impact Player Options vs CSK:

S.NoPlayerRolePlayer to be Switched in Playing XI Lineup
1.Shubham DubeyAll-rounder    Fazalhaq Farooqi(or vice-versa)
2.Kumar KarthikeyaBowler
3.Ashok SharmaBowler
4.Kunal Singh RathoreWicketkeeper / Batsman
5.Yudhvir Singh CharakBowler

IPL 2025 62nd Match Winner Prediction: Chennai Super Kings or Rajasthan Royals?

Chennai Super Kings are likely to win the 62nd match of IPL 2025 against Rajasthan Royals, given their head-to-head stats and the presence of a brilliant captain like MS Dhoni in the squad.

As this is the last game for RR in the ongoing season, Sanju Samson and his men would be keen to conclude their campaign on a positive note.

Ultimately, the team exhibits a stronger batting performance, particularly during the run chases is certain to triumph the forthcoming game at the Arun Jaitley stadium.