In their previous clash on April 23, 2026, CSK crushed MI by 103 runs at Wankhede Stadium. Sanju Samson (101*) and Akeal Hosein (4/17) were the architects of MI’s heaviest-ever defeat by runs. CSK has won 5 of the last 6 meetings against MI since 2023, reversing MI’s earlier historical dominance.
CSK vs MI: Head-to-Head
- Matches played: 40
- Mumbai Indians won: 21
- Chennai Super Kings won: 19
CSK vs MI Today IPL Match: Pitch Report
The pitch at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) for tonight’s CSK vs MI clash is expected to be a batting-friendly surface that retains its traditionally dry, spin-supportive character in the middle overs. While historically known as a slow, low “spinner’s paradise,” the 2026 season has seen a shift toward flatter wickets that assist stroke play. Significant dew is expected during the second innings, which likely makes bowling second difficult and favors the chasing side.
CSK vs MI IPL Match: Chennai Weather Update
The weather in Chennai for tonight’s CSK vs MI clash is expected to be hot and humid with clear skies during match hours. Most meteorological reports, including the IMD and AccuWeather, indicate no threat of rain, ensuring a full 40-over match. While the actual mercury will hover around 31°C, the extreme humidity (78%-81%) will make it feel like 38°C to 40°C for the players.
CSK vs MI: Predicted Playing XIs
Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Sanju Samson (wk), Ruturaj Gaikwad (capt), Sarfaraz Khan/Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary/Ramakrishna Ghosh, Gurjapneet Singh
Impact Player: Noor Ahmad
Mumbai Indians (Playing XI): Ryan Rickelton (wk), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya (capt), Tilak Varma, Robin Minz, Shardul Thakur/Krish Bhagat, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar,
Impact Player: Ashwani Kumar
CSK vs MI: Live Streaming details
The CSK vs MI clash will be held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai with the match set to begin at 7:30 PM IST. The game will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.
Squads for Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians
Chennai Super Kings Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Urvil Patel, Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary, Prashant Veer, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Matthew Short, MS Dhoni, Matt Henry, Spencer Johnson, Zakary Foulkes, Shreyas Gopal, Rahul Chahar, Akash Madhwal, Aman Khan
Mumbai Indians Squad: Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, Shardul Thakur, Mayank Rawat, Raghu Sharma, Krish Bhagat, Raj Bawa, Rohit Sharma, Deepak Chahar, Quinton de Kock, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, Danish Malewar, Mohammed Salahuddin Izhar