The 46th match of IPL 2024 is going to be a game of the two teams with completely different recent form records and it is going to be played at the magnificent MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) want to get back on track after the back-to-back losses against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) who are on a roll with their four consecutive victories and one last match lost. Playoffs are both teams’ primary objective, so they both need to win this game.

CSK, however, received a blow with losing the two matches against LSG. While they should not be underestimated, they shouldn’t be overestimated either. Opener Ruturaj Gaikwad who was in top form with the bat scoring a fantastic century in the last match is in excellent form right now. Shivam Dube has been a bright spot in the middle-order batting. He also has been contributing with the ball. Having the spinners of the Chennai team helping them on the Chennai pitch, the experienced campaigners like Ravindra Jadeja and Maheesh Theekshana can trouble the SRH batsmen.

SRH, the team with a powerful batting unit, has players like Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen in it. They have been very active this season, amassing record-breaking scores, which is a clear demonstration of their offensive-mindedness. But, this inconsistency in their batting can be found in their previous loss to RCB. Their bowling attack, which has the experience of Cummins and Bhuvneshwar Kumar as fast bowlers, has to be more consistent.

Chennai Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Chepauk pitch is known for being slightly slower and favouring spinners. A score around 180 could be a good total here. The hot and humid Chennai weather might benefit teams batting second as dew could play a role.

CSK vs SRH Head-to-Head and Betting Odds

CSK holds a dominant head-to-head record against SRH. However, this is a revamped SRH team, making predictions trickier. Bookmakers favour CSK slightly due to their home advantage.

CSK vs SRH Today Match Prediction

While SRH is a strong squad, CSK’s experience and the familiar conditions at Chepauk give them a slight edge. Their spin attack could be the deciding factor against a potentially shaky SRH batting lineup. We expect a close contest, and predict CSK to win this match.

CSK vs SRH Expected Top Performers

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been on fire lately, scoring a brilliant century in the previous match. Shivam Dube, the all-rounder has been a revelation for CSK this season. His contributions with both bat and ball make him a valuable asset.

With the Chennai pitch assisting spinners, Theekshana’s mystery spin could be a nightmare for the SRH batsmen. His variations and control will be key in restricting the SRH scoring rate. Matheesha Pathirana has impressed everyone with his searing yorkers. His ability to take wickets in the death overs could be crucial for CSK’s victory.

Talking about SRH, Abhishek Sharma has been a consistent source of runs at the top of the SRH batting order. Travis Head is the opener who can single-handedly change the course of the match with his big-hitting ability. T Natarajan is the experienced left-arm pacer who will be key for SRH with his variations and control.

This clash promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams desperate for points. CSK will look to utilise their home advantage and spin bowling, while SRH will aim to overcome their inconsistency and continue their winning run.