Match 38 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will witness an electrifying clash between two of the league’s most storied franchises as Mumbai Indians (MI) host Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, April 20.

MI vs CSK, IPL 2025: Match Details

• Date & Time: April 20, 2025, 7:30 pm IST
• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
• Live Broadcast: Star Sports, JioHotstar

MI vs CSK Match Preview

MI, who have a strong legacy in the IPL, have experienced a rocky start to this season. Having suffered four defeats from their first five matches, the team’s future in the tournament was looking uncertain. However, under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, MI have managed to make a remarkable recovery in the last few games, with back-to-back victories that have revived their hopes of a playoff spot. In their most recent match, Mumbai cruised to a comfortable victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at home, proving their mettle and confidence.

On the other hand, CSK, one of the most successful teams in IPL history, have had a similarly tumultuous start to their season. The team faced a frustrating five-match losing streak, which left many questioning their ability to bounce back. Yet, in their most recent outing, CSK came back strong to secure a crucial win over Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. This win was a significant morale booster for the team, giving them much-needed momentum. With the leadership of MS Dhoni, the ‘Captain Cool,’ CSK will be aiming for stability and consistency. Dhoni, with his vast experience and tactical acumen, has often steered his team out of tricky situations in the past, and he will look to continue that trend as Chennai will aim to climb the points table and stay in contention for the playoffs.

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MI vs CSK Score Prediction

Case 1:

• MI wins the toss and bowls first
• CSK powerplay score: 55-60
• CSK total: 190-200

Case 2:

• CSK wins the toss and bowls first
• MI power play score: 60-65
• MI total: 200-210

Today’s match prediction

The team batting second will have a significant advantage and is likely to win the contest.

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