CSK vs SRH: Who Will Pick Up The Most Wickets In IPL 2025 Match 43?

Sanjay Sen

Noor Ahmad in action [Source: AP]Noor Ahmad in action [Source: AP]

As Chennai Super Kings gear up to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 43rd match of IPL 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, all eyes will be on three key bowlers who could make the difference in this high-stake encounter.

1. Noor Ahmad (CSK)

The Afghanistan chinaman bowler Noor Ahmad has been a shining light for CSK this season and will look to play an important role yet again.

  • IPL 2025 Form: Has bagged 12 wickets in 8 matches with an economy rate of 7.67 so far in this tournament.
  • Surface Advantage: MA Chidambaram Stadium can offer grip for spinners as the game progresses and it can be beneficial for him in the second innings.
  • Tactical Edge: Left-arm wrist spin is a rarity that many SRH batsmen struggle against.

2. Harshal Patel (SRH)

Harshal Patel for SRH [Source: @chsm25866965/x.com]Harshal Patel for SRH [Source: @chsm25866965/x.com]

Harshal Patel, a right-arm medium pacer, made his name in the IPL with his subtle variations and deadly slower dipping yorkers. He won the Purple Cap in IPL 2021, with 32 wickets, and repeated the feat in 2024 for PBKS with 24 wickets.

  • IPL 2025 Form: He has bagged 9 wickets in 7 matches with an economy rate of 9.39 so far in this tournament.
  • Tactical Advantage: His death bowling has been exceptional (9 wickets in 7 matches), making him lethal in the final phase of the game.
  • Ground Advantage: His ability to bowl cutters and slower balls will be very much effective at Chepauk.

3. Ravindra Jadeja (CSK)

A cornerstone of CSK’s success, Ravindra Jadeja has been instrumental in the franchise’s success in the IPL over the years. The star all-rounder is known for his economical left-arm orthodox bowling in the middle overs and his exploits with the bat in the slog overs.

  • IPL 2025 Form: He has bagged 5 wickets in 8 matches with an economy rate of 8.66 so far in this tournament.
  • Head-to-Head Performance: Jadeja Has shown consistent wicket-taking ability 
    (9 wickets) against SRH.
  • Home Ground Expertise: Home conditions specialist, have extensive experience of playing at MA Chidambaram Stadium and exploiting Chepauk's turn. 

These three bowlers have consistently troubled key batsmen from the opposition and have proven track records in this matchup, making them the most likely to impact the upcoming game with multiple wickets.