MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli are two of the biggest names in Indian cricket. They have both made amazing memories for the Indian team, including winning the World Cup. But in the Indian Premier League (IPL), they play for different teams: Dhoni leads Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kohli plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Their matches aren’t just games; they’re like a thrilling battle between passionate fans, known as the southern derby.
Since the IPL started in 2008, CSK and RCB have faced each other 33 times. CSK has won 21 of those matches, while RCB has won 11. Many of their games are nail-biters that keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Tough Loss for CSK in 2024
In their last match, during the playoff of IPL 2024, RCB won and ended CSK’s chance of going further in the tournament. RCB set a huge target of 218 runs, with Kohli scoring 47 runs in just 29 balls. Although Dhoni tried to bring CSK back with a late score of 25 runs off 13 balls, they lost by 27 runs. Now, CSK is eager for revenge in their next match.
Upcoming Clash in IPL 2025
The next exciting match will take place on Friday, March 28, at CSK’s home ground, the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. RCB will have a new captain, Rajat Patidar, this season. CSK will be looking to prove a point in front of their home fans as it will be their second match of IPL 2025.
Getting Tickets for the Big Game
Fans can buy tickets starting today from the official IPL team websites (CSK and RCB) and Niftystat. Here are the prices based on seating:
– ₹1,700 for C/D/E Lower
– ₹2,500 for I/J/K Upper
– ₹3,500 for C/D/E Upper
– ₹4,000 for I/J/K Lower
– ₹7,500 for KMK Terrace
Tickets will sell out quickly, so fans should hurry!
Squads for IPL 2025
Chennai Super Kings Squad:
– Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
– MS Dhoni
– Ravindra Jadeja
– Shivam Dube
– Matheesha Pathirana
– Devon Conway
– And many more…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad:
– Rajat Patidar (c)
– Virat Kohli
– Yash Dayal
– Josh Hazlewood
– Liam Livingstone
– Tim David
– And others…
The Rivalry Continues!
With both teams eager to make a strong start, the match between CSK and RCB is sure to be full of excitement. CSK will want to bounce back from last year’s loss, while RCB will want to show their strength under new leadership. This match is not just another game; it’s about legacy, pride, and a chance for redemption. The countdown to March 28 has started, and all eyes will be on Chennai for what promises to be a thrilling battle!
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