CSK VS RR: IPL 2023 17th Pre-match Predictions
The Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals will lock horns in the 17th match of TATA Indian Premier League 2023. Both the teams are high on confidence and would look to translate their momentum into two more valuable points in the initial stages of the league. Both the teams won in their last match comprehensively and are now up against each other.
Basic information about the match:
- Teams: Chennai Super Kings Rajasthan Royals
- Date: 12-Apr-23
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Match: 17
- Venue: Chennai
CSK Players List and Role
| Player | Role |
| MS Dhoni (c) | Batter/Wicket-keeper |
| Devon Conway | Batter |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | Batter |
| Ambati Rayudu | Batter/Wicket-keeper |
| Subhranshu Senapati | Batsmen |
| Moeen Ali | All-Rounder |
| Shivam Dube | All-Rounder |
| Rajvardhan Hangargekar | Bowler |
| Dwaine Pretorius | All-Rounder |
| Mitchell Santner | Bowler |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-Rounder |
| Tushar Deshpande | Bowler |
| Akash Singh | Bowler |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Bowler |
| Simarjeet Singh | Bowler |
| Deepak Chahar | Bowler |
| Prashant Solanki | Bowler |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Bowler |
| Ajinkya Rahane | Batter |
| Ben Stokes | All-Rounder |
| Shaik Rasheed | Batter |
| Nishant Sindhu | All-Rounder |
| Sisanda Magala | Bowler |
| Ajay Mandal | All-Rounder |
| Bhagath Varma | All-Rounder |
RR Players List and Roles
| Player | Role |
| Riyan Parag | All-Rounder |
| Jason Holder | All-Rounder |
| Donovan Ferreira | All-Rounder |
| Akash Vashisht | All-Rounder |
| Abdul PA | All-Rounder |
| Jos Buttler | Batsman |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batsman |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Batsman |
| Devdutt Padikkal | Batsman |
| Joe Root | Batsman |
| Sanju Samson (c) | Batsman/Wicket-keeper |
| Dhruv Jurel | Batsman/Wicket-keeper |
| R. Ashwin | Bowler |
| Trent Boult | Bowler |
| KC Cariappa | Bowler |
| Sandeep Sharma | Bowler |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Bowler |
| Navdeep Saini | Bowler |
| Obed McCoy | Bowler |
| Kuldeep Sen | Bowler |
| Kuldip Yadav | Bowler |
| Adam Zampa | Bowler |
| KM Asif | Bowler |
| Murugan Ashwin | Bowler |
| Kunal Rathore | Wicket-keeper |
First Face-Off
Rajasthan Royals were the champions of the inaugural Indian Premier League and it was the Chennai Super Kings which they had defeated in the finals to clinch the title. However, both the teams faced each other for the first time in the league stages on 4 May 2008 in the 24th match fo the league. It was in this match that Sohail Tanvir registered the then-best bowling figures by picking up 6 wickets for just 14 runs. Rajasthan Royals won the game comfortably.
Previous IPL Results
Both the teams share a neck-to-neck record when it comes to facing each other in the IPL. Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals have faced each other a total of 27 times out of which, 15 games are won by Chennai Super Kings, and 12 are won by the Rajasthan Royals.
Previous Results
| Date | Winner | Won by |
| 20-May-2022 | RR | 5 Wickets |
| 2-Oct-2021 | RR | 7 Wickets |
| 19-Apr-2021 | CSK | 45 runs |
| 19-Oct-2020 | RR | 7 Wickets |
| 22-Sep-2020 | RR | 16 runs |
| 11-Apr-2019 | CSK | 4 Wickets |
| 31-Mar-2019 | CSK | 8 runs |
| 11-May-2018 | RR | 4 wickets |
| 20-Apr-2018 | CSK | 64 runs |
| 9-May-2015 | CSK | 12 runs |
| 18-Apr-2015 | RR | 8 wickets |
| 12-May-2014 | CSK | 5 wickets |
| 22-Apr-2014 | CSK | 7 runs |
| 3-Oct-2013 | RR* | 14 Runs |
| 11-May-2013 | RR | 5 wickets |
| 21-Apr-2013 | CSK | 5 wickets |
| 9-May-2012 | CSK | 4 wickets |
| 20-Apr-2012 | CSK | 7 wickets |
| 8-May-2011 | CSK | 63 runs |
| 3-May-2011 | CSK | 8 wickets |
| 2-Apr-2010 | CSK | 23 runs |
| 27-Mar-2010 | RR | 17 runs |
| 8-May-2009 | CSK | 7 wickets |
| 29-Apr-2009 | CSK | 38 runs |
| 31-May-2008 | RR | 3 wickets |
Pre-match Analysis
Both the teams are in amazing form and would like to continue the same. While Chennai Super Kings registered a victory over their arch-rivals Mumbai Indians in the previous game, Rajasthan Royals thrashed the Delhi Capitals to get going. It looks like we are all set for a thriller as both teams clash in CSK’s fortress.
Probable Best Batter of the Match
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been in sensational form in this year’s IPL as well. He has scored at an amazing strike rate and has been a consistent match-winner for the Chennai Super Kings. The opener has already scored 189 runs in the three matches played so far and would like to continue his form on his team’s home ground. This is the reason why Ruturaj Gaikwad may be the best batter of the match.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match
Yuzvendra Chahal has trapped multiple batters in the magic of his spin bowling. He has bowled economically and has also picked up wickets at crucial moments to ensure that Rajasthan Royals restrict the opponent from scoring runs. The leggie has picked up 8 wickets in the 3 matches played so far and is in red-hot form. This is the reason why he may be the best bowler of the match between Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals.
Match Details
Chennai Super Kings will be up against the Rajasthan Royals in the 17th Match of TATA Indian Premier League 2023 from the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on 12th April 2023. For the viewers, the match will be telecast live at 7:30 pm on Star Sports network on television and Jio Cinema on your mobile handset.
Pitch Report
The curators in Chennai produce dry, brittle pitches that are said to be spin-friendly. It has remained a respectable field for batters over the years, but it is not the pitch where large runs are scored. Chepauk Cricket Stadium typically hosts low-scoring contests. A sluggish surface gives the spinners comfort, therefore fielding an extra spinner in this situation is not a terrible idea. The Chepauk ground pitch won’t have much grass, thus speed bowlers could not benefit much from it. However, medium pacers who vary their bowling style might be successful.
Today’s Match Prediction: Final Thoughts
It looks like we are in store for a cracker of a contest between both sides who have performed immensely well till now. Both the teams have quality spin attacks for the Chepauk pitch and it will be dependent on the batsmen to turn the game. Seeing the form, it looks like Rajasthan Royals might end up winning this match.