CSK vs SRH Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – IPL 2025, Match 43

CSK vs SRH, IPl 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 43 [Source: AP Photos]

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 43rd match of IPL 2025. The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on 25th April at 7:30 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, pitch report, the top player picks, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

CSK vs SRH Toss Update

Sunrisers Hyderabad have won the toss and they will field first

CSK Team Changes: Rachin Ravindra out and Dewald Brevis in. Vijay Shankar out and Deepak Hooda in.
SRH Team Changes: No changes

Hot Picks For CSK vs SRH Dream11 Team Today

Chennai Super Kings

MS Dhoni

• IPL 2025 Form: 134 Runs in 8 Matches
• The veteran wicketkeeper-batsman has been in good form this season, striking at 152.27. MS Dhoni's experience and finishing ability at Chepauk makes him an excellent pick for fantasy contests.

Shivam Dube

• IPL 2025 Form: 230 Runs in 7 Matches
• The powerful middle-order batter has continued his impressive hitting form with a strike rate of 133.72. Shivam Dube's proficiency against spinners at MA Chidambaram Stadium makes him a crucial fantasy option.

Noor Ahmad

• IPL 2025 Form: 12 Wickets in 8 Matches
• The left-arm wrist spinner has been CSK's leading wicket-taker with an economy of 7.67. Noor Ahmad's ability to extract turn from the Chepauk pitch makes him a must-have for fantasy contests.

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Travis Head

• IPL 2025 Form: 242 Runs in 8 Matches
• The explosive opener has been in terrific form, scoring consistently with a strike rate of 163.51. Travis Head's aggressive approach against the new ball makes him a premium fantasy pick.

Heinrich Klaasen

• IPL 2025 Form: 281 Runs in 8 Matches
• The aggressive wicketkeeper-batsman has been in sublime form this season, striking at 159.66. Heinrich Klaasen's ability to dominate spin bowling makes him an excellent pick for matches at Chepauk.

Harshal Patel

• IPL 2025 Form: 9 Wickets in 7 Matches
• The medium pacer has been effective with an economy of 9.39. Harshal Patel's variations and death bowling expertise make him a game-changing fantasy option, especially on slower surfaces.

CSK vs SRH Match 43 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - The weather in Chennai is expected to be clear and humid. The temperature during the game will be around 28°C and according to AccuWeather, there is a 0% chance of rain.

Pitch - The pitch at MA Chidambaram Stadium has been balanced in IPL 2025. The average first innings score has been 159, with the second innings average dropping to 142. The surface offers early assistance to pacers, but significant help to spinners as the game progresses. First innings scores have typically been around 155-170.

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai - Record Of Chasing Team

The MA Chidambaram Stadium has traditionally favored the team batting first, but in IPL 2025, there's been a shift with teams chasing winning 50% of the matches (2 out of 4). This contrasts with historical trends at the venue. Given the current season's pattern, captains winning the toss might prefer to bowl first, despite the pitch tending to slow down later.

CSK vs SRH Match 43 Captain And Vice-captain Picks

CSK vs SRH Match 43 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

CSK vs SRH, Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Heinrich Klaasen
Batters: Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Aniket Verma
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Abhishek Sharma
Bowlers: Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad

Captain: Heinrich Klaasen
Vice-captain: Noor Ahmad

* Dewald Brevis in place of Rachin Ravindra

CSK vs SRH Match 43 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

CSK vs SRH, Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan
Batters: Travis Head, Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Abhishek Sharma
Bowlers: Harshal Patel, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad, Eshan Malinga

Captain: Travis Head
Vice-captain: Ravindra Jadeja

CSK vs SRH Match 43 Expert Advice

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai has maintained consistent characteristics across IPL 2023-2025, with a significant drop in scoring during the second innings. The average difference between first and second innings scores is approximately 17 runs, suggesting a clear advantage to batting first despite recent chasing successes.

The pitch tends to slow down considerably, with spinners being most effective in the middle overs (which account for over 40% of total runs). Boundary-hitting becomes increasingly difficult in the second innings, so players who excel against spin and can rotate strike effectively are valuable picks.

For batters, select those with good records against spin bowling like Klaasen and Dube from CSK, or Head and Abhishek from SRH. For bowlers, prioritize spinners like Noor Ahmad and Jadeja, along with pacers who bowl effective cutters and slower balls like Harshal Patel. Teams traditionally target a first-innings score of 165+ to be competitive at this venue.

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