
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on the Chennai Super Kings in Match 52 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, scheduled to be played at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday, 3 May 2025. Both teams will look to gain momentum in the tournament, with fans eagerly awaiting this thrilling clash. In this blog, find out who will win today’s IPL 2025 Match 52 RCB vs CSK Match Prediction
RCB vs CSK Match Details
Detail | Info |
Match | RCB vs CSK, Match 52, IPL 2025 |
Venue | M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
Date & Time | Saturday, 3 May 2025, 7:30 PM (IST) |
Live Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
Live Streaming | JioCinema / Hotstar |
Pitch Report:
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is known for its batting-friendly surface, short boundaries, and fast outfield, leading to high scores. While pacers may get early swing, spinners come into play in the middle overs. With dew often affecting the second innings, teams winning the toss usually opt to chase.
Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches | 34 |
Won by RCB | 12 |
Won by CSK | 21 |
No Result | 1 |
Predicted Playing XIs
RCB Playing XIs:
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal
Impact Player: Devdutt Padikkal
CSK Playing XIs:
Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (C/WK), Noor Ahmad, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana
Impact Player: Dewald Brevis
Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter:
Virat Kohli: With 443 runs in his last 10 matches, including six fifties, Kohli is in stellar form and ranks third in the IPL 2025 run-scorers list. His recent 51-run innings against Delhi Capitals underscores his consistency.
Probable Best Bowler:
Ravindra Jadeja: A seasoned all-rounder, Jadeja’s contributions with both bat and ball provide balance to the CSK side, especially in crucial match situations.
Today’s Match Prediction:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru had earlier defeated Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk this season. Given their current form, they remain strong favorites to win again.
Match Scenarios
Scenario 1: RCB bats first
- First Innings score prediction: RCB will score 200-210
- Result prediction: RCB will win the match
Scenario 2: CSK bats first
- First Innings score prediction: CSK will score 175-185
- Result prediction: RCB will win the match
Disclaimer:
The prediction is based on the author’s analysis, current form, pitch report, and player performance. Please make your decision based on your own judgment.