Why Is Shivam Dube Not In CSK Playing XI For IPL 2025 Match vs RCB?

Shivam Dube is not playing today [Source: @bdrijalab/X.com]

In a key moment during IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and decided to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday, March 28.

Gaikwad explained that since there isn’t much dew expected in Chepauk, they preferred to chase and play more aggressively while batting.

Why Have CSK Left Out Shivam Dube From Playing XI Vs RCB?

One surprising change in CSK’s lineup was the absence of all-rounder Shivam Dube from the playing XI. However, CSK’s strategy for this match was to strengthen their bowling attack first. Dube hasn’t been dropped completely; he is included as an Impact Player and is expected to come in later during CSK’s run chase, likely replacing a bowler.

---

ALSO READ

Bhuvneshwar, Pathirana Return As Ruturaj Forces RCB To Bat First In Chennai

---

Dube didn’t have the best start to his IPL 2025 campaign, as he got out for just 9 runs in CSK’s opening match against Mumbai Indians (MI), where Vignesh Puthur took his wicket.

Chennai Super Kings Vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal

Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Deepak Hooda, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed

Follow CSK vs RCB Live Updates for every thrilling moment, from big wickets to game-changing sixes — all in real-time!

---

ALSO READ

Which Player Has Matheesha Pathirana Replaced In CSK's Playing XI From MI Match vs RCB?

---