The Chennai Super Kings, who have been operating like a well-oiled unit, will start as overwhelming favourites when they clash with struggl...
The Chennai Super Kings, who have been operating like a well-oiled unit, will start as overwhelming favourites when they clash with struggling Sunrisers Hyderabad in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match in Delhi.
The MS Dhoni-led CSK have bounced back in style after losing the opening match, winning four straight matches and they will hope that the new venue – Feroze Shah Kotla ground – also favours them.
The three-time champions had an underwhelming 2020 season but the team, packed with seasoned players, is now displaying the efficiency it is known for.
All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been the driving force behind CSK’s impressive run so far.
CSK vs SRH head-to-head
| Matches | CSK wins | SRH wins |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 10 | 4 |
His blistering assault on Harshal Patel in the final over shut out RCB on Sunday. He has been among the wickets with his accurate left-arm spin apart from effecting stunning run-outs. Openers – Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad – have found form while Suresh Raina and Ambati Rayudu are due for big knocks.
The CSK batters are aware of the Rashid Khan threat but the rest of the SRH attack doesn’t inspire much confidence. Hyderabad rely heavily on...
