IPL 2025: 3 Players to Watch Out for in MI vs CSK Match 38

Mumbai Indians (MI) are gearing up for their clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in tomorrow’s game at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. MI are currently in seventh place with six points from seven games and a net run rate of +0.239. CSK are also struggling, sitting at the tenth spot with four points from seven games and a net run rate of -1.276. 

MI came into this clash with two back-to-back wins, while CSK also won their last match. So, both teams will look to continue their momentum with another victory. For that, key players must deliver standout performances for their respective sides. A win in this match will keep either team alive in the playoff race.

This is known as one of the fiercest rivalry battles in the history of teh tournament, and having top players from all around the globe in both teams, fans are expected to watch an enthralling battle tomorrow at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In the last five matches between these sides, CSK have won four times while MI have registered a victory only once.  

3 Players to Watch Out for in the MI vs CSK Match 38

1. Hardik Pandya

Both as an individual all-rounder and as skipper, Hardik Pandya will be a player to watch in tomorrow’s game. In the last two matches, he has impressed with his decision-making, especially in how he rotated bowlers and repositioned fielders based on the match situation. 

With the ball, he has taken 11 wickets in six matches so far, while also scoring 104 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 170.49. To continue their winning streak, Hardik will aim to lead from the front in front of the home crowd.

2. MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni has returned as CSK skipper after Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out due to injury. After losing his first game back as captain, Dhoni bounced back to lead CSK to a win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). 

Not only as a leader, but Dhoni has also been superb behind the stumps, and his batting in the last match was a treat for CSK fans. He finished the chase in style with an unbeaten 26 off 11 balls, at a strike rate of 236.36. CSK fans will be hoping for another strong showing from Dhoni, both as a batter and captain, against MI.

3. Jasprit Bumrah

After missing the first few games this season, Jasprit Bumrah has made a solid return and has been doing reasonably well with the ball. He has taken two wickets in the last two matches, and the way he bowled against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)—conceding at just 5.25 runs per over—was impressive. 

While he’s still searching for peak rhythm, MI fans will be hoping he becomes more lethal starting with the CSK clash. For CSK, whether batting first or second, handling Bumrah’s four overs could be the key to the match. This will also be a big test for Bumrah against a strong opponent like CSK.

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