CSK vs MI Dream11 Prediction, IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings will take on Mumbai Indians in the third match of the IPL 2025. This electrifying clash will be held at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on 23rd March at 7:30 PM IST.
Often dubbed the 'El Clasico’ of the IPL, both teams will look to get off to a perfect start in this long season of 74 matches across 13 cities. While Mumbai Indians had a forgettable season last year, finishing at the bottom of the table, they have regrouped with fresh energy.

On the other side, CSK, under new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, have strengthened their spin attack and all-round options. Expect fireworks as these two giants collide.
The MA Chidambaram pitch has evolved into a batting-friendly surface in recent seasons, with spinners still getting assistance in the middle overs. Pacers who can vary their pace and bowl yorkers will also come into play.
The weather in Chennai will be warm and humid, with temperatures hovering around 29°C. The forecast is clear with no rain expected. Toss will play a crucial role as chasing teams have enjoyed success here in the past.
Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad leads a balanced CSK side packed with experience and youthful talent. Shivam Dube's power-hitting, Ravindra Jadeja's all-round class, and the clever bowling of Noor Ahmad are key highlights. The return of Sam Curran adds depth, while Ashwin's guile in spin will be vital.
Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians, led by Suryakumar Yadav in absence of Hardik Pandya for the start, have a power-packed batting order. With seasoned players like Rohit Sharma and young stars like Tilak Varma, MI's batting looks formidable. Trent Boult's pace and swing, combined with Mitchell Santner's variations, will be key with the ball.
Devon Conway, Ryan Rickelton
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube
Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, Mitchell Santner
Trent Boult, Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube
Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma
Chennai Super Kings are injury-free and will look to field a balanced XI, with Sam Curran returning. Mumbai Indians will miss Jasprit Bumrah for the initial matches. Hardik Pandya's participation remains doubtful for the opener.
Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, R. Ashwin, Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed.
Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Bevon Jacobs, Naman Dhir, Arjun Tendulkar, Robin Minz, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar.
Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devon Conway, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Sam Curran, Shaik Rashid, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary, Deepak Hooda, Gurjanpreet Singh, Nathan Ellis, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishnan Ghosh, Shreyas Gopal, Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth.
Hardik Pandya (c), Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Verma, Trent Boult, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Ashwani Kumar, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Shrijith Krishnan, Raj Angad Bawa, Venkat Satyanarayana Raju, Bevon Jacobs, Arjun Tendulkar, Vignesh Puthhur, Suryakumar Yadav.