CSK vs KKR Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: IPL 2025, Match 25, April 11th

The IPL 2025 is heating up, and match number 25 promises to be a nail-biting contest as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) face off against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Both teams are desperate for a win, especially after how things have gone for both teams so far this season. Check our free expert tips in this post to help you with your cricket betting predictions.

Win Probability: CSK vs KKR

The Chennai Super Kings have been awful. Their approach in batting, especially during the powerplay, isn’t close to T20 standards. Even at home, CSK has managed only a solitary win this season out of three matches. Therefore, KKR, with an aggressive approach, has a better chance of winning the CSK vs KKR Match no. 25 of Tata IPL 2025.

KKR: 60% win chance
CSK: 40% win chance

• CSK are languishing 9th on the points table with a win and 4 losses out of 4 games.
• They are heading into this contest on the back of four straight losses.
• KKR, despite losing their last fixture to LSG by 4 runs, were clinical in their approach while chasing a mammoth total of 238 runs.
• KKR stands at the 6th spot with 2 wins from 5 games.

CSK vs KKR Today’s Match Prediction

The depleted CSK find themselves languishing at 9th on the points table with just one win in five matches. The team is desperate for a turnaround, but the absence of injured skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad leaves a gaping hole in their lineup. Under the leadership of MS Dhoni, the Super Kings will look to capitalize on their home advantage at Chepauk, a venue known for its spin-friendly pitch.

On the other hand, KKR enters this game after a narrow loss against LSG. With two wins in five matches, they are placed 6th and eager to climb into the top five. Nitish Rana and Andre Russell will be key players for KKR, given their experience and form this season.

For your cricket tips, the pitch is likely to favor spinners, so players like Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin from CSK, Varun Chakravarthy, and Sunil Narine from KKR could make a big impact. Don’t forget, the toss could play a crucial role in determining the winner. Follow this IPL prediction to stay ahead!

IPL Betting Tips for CSK vs KKR – IPL 2025 Match 23

As per Stake.com, the Kolkata Knight Riders have a better probability of winning the CSK vs KKR IPL Prediction match. Check the win probability of the two teams below.

Chennai Super Kings Win Probability: 2.05

Kolkata Knight Riders Win Probability: 1.65

Now let’s move ahead and check how the players are expected to perform.

First Boundary Will be a 4

Both teams’ openers are proficient in hitting a 4 early on in the powerplay.- This isn’t a high-risk bet because hitting the first boundary, a 4, is common. If you bet on this, you get a return of 11%.
BET at: 1.10

First Boundary Will be a 6

You can take a risk if KKR bats first because KKR openers Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine are known for their ultra-aggressive approach. Therefore, they can hit a 6 as the first boundary, and you can get a return of 57% on your bet.
BET at: 5.70

Quinton de Kock to Score over 23.5

Quinton de Kock scored a brilliant unbeaten 97 in the game against RR in Guwahati in the opening week of the tournament. However, his form hasn’t been the same since then. Therefore, this can be a risky bet, as you will get an 18.3% return.
BET at: 1.85

Devon Conway to Score over 23.5

CSK opener Devon Conway is fresh off a fifty in the last game against PBKS. In his two appearances so far, Conway has hit a half-century already. Therefore, Conway scoring over 23.5 isn’t a risky bet.
BET at: 1.85

Sunil Narine to Score over 14.5

Sunil Narine is known for giving brisk starts as an opener for KKR. Therefore, scoring over 14.5 can be risky as he takes his chances, but at the same time, he can score these runs in a matter of 3-4 balls. You can bet on Sunil Narine at 1.83.
BET at: 1.83

Shivam Dube to Score over 19.5

Playing as an Impact Sub, Shivam Dube has been the only shining light in the middle order for CSK. He hasn’t got a big score so far, but has played those cameos of 25 to 35 on a regular basis. You can bet on him at 1.85.
BET at: 1.85

Varun Chakravarthy to be the Top Bowler

Varun Chakravarthy’s mystery balls on Chepauk’s wicket will be exemplary. His bowling style will be ably supported at the Chepauk’s wicket. Therefore, Varun can be the top bowler in this match.
BET at: 5

Noor Ahmad to be the Top Bowler

Noor Ahmad is the leading wicket-taker of the season so far. 8 of his 10 wickets have come at this venue, making him one of the most important bets for the top bowler in this game.
BET at: 6.50

Most Fours- CSK: 2.10; KKR: 1.90; Draw: 10.50

You can get a return of 21% if you bet on CSK hitting more fours and a return of 19% if you bet on KKR. With KKR having some power hitters in their lineup, their odds are a bit low compared to CSK.

Most Sixes- CSK: 2.55; KKR: 1.70; Draw: 8.25

You can get a return of 25.5% if you bet on CSK hitting more sixes, and a return of 17% if you bet on KKR. Again the scenario is same, KKR has moe power hitters in their side therefore their odds are low.

Team with Top Batter- CSK: 1.95, KKR: 1.75

KKR’s batting is more explosive, and they bat deep. This is the reason why their odds are lower than CSK among top batters. If you want to take a risk, bet on CSK.

Team with Top bowler- CSK: 1.95, KKR: 1.80

This promises to be a tight contest, as both teams boast impressive bowling line-ups. While CSK’s pace attack holds the edge over KKR’s, the latter shines with their world-class spinners. As a result, the standout bowler could emerge from either side.

CSK vs KKR Head-to-Head

Total Matches: 30
CSK Won: 19
KKR Won: 10
No Result: 1

Historically, CSK leads the head-to-head battle with 19 wins to 10 in the name of KKR. However, in recent times KKR has picked up the pace with 2 wins from the last 4 meetings between the two sides.

Team Analysis Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders

How the two teams, i.e., Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, expected to fare in IPL 2025 Match no. 25? Let’s take a look.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

• The Super Kings will be without their regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. He has been ruled out of the remainder of the season courtesy of an elbow injury.
• MS Dhoni will lead CSK in Gaikwad’s absence.
• Changes are expected in CSK’s lineup.
• Rachin Ravindra could face the axe for Jamie Overton, who can bat lower down the order to hit some lusty blows.
• Rahul Tripathi might return to the eleven, replacing Gaikwad and open the innings alongside Devon Conway.
• One between Vansh Bedi or Deepak Hooda could bat at no 3, while Shivam Dube will bat at 4.
• Also, Anshul Kamboj might replace the out of form Mukesh Choudhary.

Expected Starting 11:

Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda/Vansh Bedi, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni (C/WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, K Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj/Mukesh Choudhary
IMPACT: Matheesha Pathirana

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

• Kolkata Knight Riders may also tinker with their eleven after a close loss to LSG in the last game by 4 runs.
• Moeen Ali might come into the eleven for Spencer Johnson, as the pitch will be assisting the spinners more.

Expected Starting 11:

Quinton de Kock (WK), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Moeen Ali, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy
IMPACT: Angkrish Raghuvanshi

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

The pitch at Chepauk is expected to typically behave slow, making it tough for batters to play their shots freely. They’ll need some time to get used to the surface before going for big hits. The pitch is likely to favor spinners, and with both teams having excellent spin bowlers, batters might find it challenging to face them. Winning the toss could be crucial, as teams might prefer to bat first, especially since CSK struggled to chase in their last two games.

The morning weather is expected to be quite warm, with temperatures reaching 36 degrees. By the time the match begins, it should cool down to around 30 degrees with clear skies and a gentle breeze. Later at night, the temperature is likely to drop further to 26 degrees.

Toss Prediction

Team batting first here gets an advantage as the pitch slows down even more in the second innings. Therefore, team winning the toss will look to bat first.

Where to Watch Today’s Match

The online live streaming of the IPL 2025 Match-25 between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match across Star Sports Network.

CSK vs KKR: Today’s IPL Match Prediction

Both teams come into this match low on confidence after losing their previous games. However, KKR will take heart from their close fight against LSG in their last outing. Considering CSK’s four consecutive losses and KKR’s relatively better performance, we predict KKR to win this match.