RCB VS CSK Match 52 Preview & Dream11 Prediction IPL 2025
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
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1. Match Details
The 52nd match of IPL 2025 will witness a fierce battle between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Both sides have a legendary rivalry in the IPL and this game promises fireworks with high stakes for playoffs. RCB has won 3 of their last 5 meetings with CSK and will look to bank on their home advantage.
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2. Pitch Report – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
• One of the flattest and most batter-friendly surfaces in the IPL.
• Short boundaries make six-hitting easy, especially in the powerplay.
• Bowlers need to rely on variations and yorkers at the death.
• Dew is often a factor in night games.
Expected Score: 190–210
Toss Factor: Win toss and bowl first. Chasing teams have a higher win rate here due to dew and small ground size.
3. Weather Report
• Temperature: Around 28–30°C
• Humidity: 60–70%
• Conditions: Clear skies expected
• Rain Forecast: None
• Dew Factor: Likely in the second innings, making it easier to chase.
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4. Head-to-Head Record
Last 5 Matches:
• RCB Wins: 3
• CSK Wins: 2
• No Result: 0
RCB has a slight edge in recent encounters, but CSK is known for big-match temperament under pressure.
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5. Key Players to Watch
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):
• Virat Kohli: The heartbeat of RCB’s top order with big-match experience.
• Liam Livingstone: A powerful striker who can bowl useful overs too.
• Josh Hazlewood: Accurate and economical, key in powerplay and death.
• Phil Salt: Can give RCB a flying start if picked in the XI.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
• Ravindra Jadeja: All-round impact with bat, ball, and fielding.
• Devon Conway: Reliable opener who can anchor or accelerate.
• MS Dhoni: Captain cool – match-winner in crunch moments.
• Matheesha Pathirana: Has been sensational with his slingy yorkers at the death.
6. Probable Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
1. Devdutt Padikkal
2. Virat Kohli
3. Rajat Patidar (C)
4. Liam Livingstone
5. Tim David
6. Jitesh Sharma (WK)
7. Krunal Pandya
8. Romario Shepherd
9. Josh Hazlewood
10. Suyash Sharma
11. Yash Dayal
Impact Players: Phil Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Mohit Rathee, Lungi Ngidi
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
1. Devon Conway
2. Rahul Tripathi
3. Dewald Brevis
4. Shivam Dube
5. MS Dhoni (C & WK)
6. Ravindra Jadeja
7. Sam Curran
8. Ravichandran Ashwin
9. Matheesha Pathirana
10. Mukesh Choudhary
11. Nathan Ellis
Impact Players: Vijay Shankar, Rachin Ravindra, Shreyas Gopal, Khaleel Ahmed
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7. Dream11 Prediction
Top Fantasy Picks
Batters:
• Virat Kohli
• Devon Conway
• Rajat Patidar
• Dewald Brevis
All-Rounders:
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Liam Livingstone
• Sam Curran
Bowlers:
• Josh Hazlewood
• Matheesha Pathirana
• Yash Dayal
Dream11 (Small League) Suggestion
• Captain: Ravindra Jadeja
• Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli
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8. Final Prediction
• Form Guide: RCB looks well-balanced, especially at home with batting firepower and experienced pacers.
• CSK’s Strengths: Their all-round depth and the leadership of Dhoni are unmatched in pressure games.
• Key Battle: Kohli vs Pathirana and Jadeja vs Livingstone can decide the game.
• Venue Factor: RCB has the advantage playing at the Chinnaswamy, where they’ve enjoyed great support.
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Prediction:
Royal Challengers Bangalore to win Match 52, riding on home advantage and their recent momentum.
