RCB vs CSK Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch – IPL 2025, Match 52

RCB vs CSK, IPL 2025: Dream11 Predictions For Match 52 [Source: AP Photos]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 52nd match of IPL 2025. The match will be played at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on 3rd May 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.

RCB vs CSK Toss Update

CSK have won the toss and they will field first

RCB Team Changes: Lungi Ngidi comes in place of Josh Hazlewood
CSK Team Changes: No changes

Hot Picks For RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team Today

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli

• IPL 2025 Form: 443 Runs in 10 Matches
• The RCB talisman has been in exceptional form this season, averaging 63.29 with a strike rate of 138.897. With 39 fours and 13 sixes in the tournament so far, Virat Kohli's ability to score consistently against both pace and spin makes him a must-have fantasy pick for this high-profile encounter.

Phil Salt

• IPL 2025 Form: 239 Runs in 9 Matches
• The explosive wicketkeeper-batter has been striking at an impressive 168.31, providing quick starts for RCB. Phil Salt's ability to take advantage of the powerplay restrictions makes him a valuable fantasy option at the batting-friendly Chinnaswamy.

Josh Hazlewood

• IPL 2025 Form: 18 Wickets in 10 Matches
• Leading RCB's bowling attack with both economy (8.44) and wicket-taking ability, Josh Hazlewood has been particularly effective in the powerplay. His knack for picking up early wickets against CSK's top order makes him a premium fantasy choice.

Chennai Super Kings

Shivam Dube

• IPL 2025 Form: 248 Runs in 10 Matches
• The powerful middle-order batsman has been CSK's highest run-scorer this season, averaging 31.00 with a strike rate of 132.62. Shivam Dube's six-hitting prowess is well-suited for Chinnaswamy's short boundaries.

Noor Ahmad

• IPL 2025 Form: 15 Wickets in 10 Matches
• The left-arm wrist spinner has been CSK's leading wicket-taker with an impressive average of 19.20. Noor Ahmad's ability to deceive batsmen in the middle overs makes him an excellent fantasy option, especially against RCB's right-handed heavy lineup.

MS Dhoni

• IPL 2025 Form: 151 Runs in 10 Matches
• The veteran finisher has been striking at 148.04, excelling in his specialized role at the death. MS Dhoni's experience and past performances make him a smart fantasy pick, particularly for his ability to maximize scoring in the final overs.

RCB vs CSK Match 52 Weather And Pitch Today

Weather - The weather in Bengaluru is expected to be warm and clear. The temperature during the game will hover around 22°C with 43% chances of rain.

Pitch - The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has been consistently batting-friendly in IPL 2025, with an average first innings score of 189. Based on the analysis of recent matches, the surface offers excellent bounce and carry, allowing batsmen to play their shots with freedom. The shorter boundaries further favor aggressive batting, with an average of 10.79 sixes per innings being hit in IPL 2024 matches at this venue. As the match progresses, spin bowlers tend to find some assistance in the middle overs (7-15), though this remains a high-scoring ground throughout.

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru - Record Of Chasing Team

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has shown a consistent trend favoring teams batting first in both IPL 2023 and 2024. First innings have averaged 196.86 runs compared to 180.29 in second innings in IPL 2024.

Teams batting first have won 57.14% of matches at this venue in both IPL 2023 and 2024, indicating a slight but significant advantage. The powerplay overs (1-6) have seen increased scoring rates in 2024 compared to 2023, yielding an average of 58.79 runs. Middle overs (7-15) remain the most productive for batting, accounting for approximately 43% of total runs scored.

In terms of wicket-taking phases, the middle overs (7-15) have seen the highest wicket-falling rate with an average of 2.50 wickets per innings in 2024, while the death overs (16-20) follow closely with 2.00 wickets per innings. Over 18 has consistently been the most productive for bowlers across both seasons.

RCB vs CSK Match 52 Captain And Vice-captain Picks

RCB vs CSK Match 52 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

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

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Phil Salt
Batters: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Shivam Dube, Ayush Mhatre
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Noor Ahmad

Captain: Virat Kohli
Vice-captain: Krunal Pandya

*Lungi Ngidi comes in place of Josh Hazlewood
Jacob Bethell in place of Phil Salt

RCB vs CSK Match 52 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

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

Wicketkeepers: MS Dhoni, Phil Salt
Batters: Virat Kohli, Shivam Dube, Devdutt Padikkal, Dewald Brevis
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Josh Hazlewood, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad

*Lungi Ngidi comes in place of Josh Hazlewood
Jacob Bethell in place of Phil Salt

Captain: Noor Ahmad
Vice-captain: Dewald Brevis

RCB vs CSK Match 52 Expert Advice

At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, the middle overs (7-15) yield the highest scoring rate, making batsmen who excel against spin extremely valuable. This trend has been consistent across both IPL 2023 and 2024 seasons.

Over 18 has consistently been the most wicket-producing over at this venue, so bowlers who specialize in this phase could be match-winners. Death over specialists are particularly valuable, with overs 18-20 accounting for a significant percentage of wickets.

Favour players from the team winning the toss if they choose to bat first, as 57.14% of matches at this venue have been won by teams batting first in both IPL 2023 and 2024. A first-innings target of 195+ is typically competitive at this venue.

This high-scoring encounter between two star-studded teams promises to be a fantasy cricket bonanza, with multiple high-impact players capable of delivering substantial points.

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