IPL 2025 Match 49: CSK vs PBKS Preview, Pitch & Weather Report, Predicted XI, Dream11 Team, & Live Streaming Details

The 49 match of the IPL 2025 season is set to unfold at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on Wednesday, April 30, where Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will lock horns with Punjab Kings (PBKS).

CSK vs PBKS Match Preview

It has been a forgettable season so far for MS Dhoni’s CSK, who have only managed two wins in nine matches, suffering seven defeats. Their recent form has been dismal, losing four of their last five matches, including a five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad at home. With the playoffs seemingly out of reach, the Super Kings will be playing for pride and to break their poor streak.

On the other hand, Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings have had a fairly balanced campaign so far. With five wins, three losses, and one no-result, PBKS are currently sitting at the fifth spot. Their previous game against KKR was washed out, and before that, they faced a seven-wicket loss to RCB. A win in this fixture could push them into the top four, keeping their playoff hopes alive and well.

Both teams will be desperate for a strong performance, albeit for different reasons — CSK for redemption and PBKS for progression.

IPL 2025 CSK vs PBKS Pitch & Weather Report

The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, which typically offers a slow and turning pitch, favorable for spinners. Batting in the second innings can be challenging, so expect the toss-winning captain to bat first.

Weather conditions are expected to be cloudy with high humidity levels at 77% and a temperature of 28.6°C. The cloud cover might offer some swing for pacers early on, but the conditions should remain dry enough for a full game.

IPL 2025 Match 49 Predicted XI

Chennai Super Kings Predicted XI:
MS Dhoni (c), Shivam Dubey, Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, Matheesha Pathirana, Ayush Mhatre, Aman Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed

Punjab Kings Predicted XI:
Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Prabhat Arya, Glenn Maxwell, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal

IPL 2025 Match 49 Dream11 Team

Wicketkeepers:

• MS Dhoni
• Josh Inglis

Batters:

• Shreyas Iyer
• Shivam Dubey
• Shaik Rasheed

All-rounders:

• Ravindra Jadeja
• Glenn Maxwell
• Sam Curran

Bowlers:

• Matheesha Pathirana
• Arshdeep Singh
• Yuzvendra Chahal

Where to Watch CSK vs PBKS Live?

Here’s a breakdown of where you can catch the IPL 2025 action globally:

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