RCB vs CHE Dream11 Team Prediction, Playing 11: 52nd Match, IPL 2025

RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction, Playing 11: 52nd Match, IPL 2025

For the first time in IPL history, it’s tough news for Chennai Super Kings fans as CSK has failed to qualify for the playoffs two years in a row.

Even harder to digest, they’ve officially become the first team eliminated from IPL 2025.

Hello and welcome to the RCB vs CHE Dream11 Prediction and Match Preview.

The 52nd match of the IPL 2025 will be between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, the home turf for RCB.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are riding high this season and are in a comfortable position on the points table.

A win today will not only solidify their momentum but will also guarantee them a top spot and most likely make them the first team to lock a playoff berth.

RCB have played 10 matches, won 7, and lost 3, sitting at 2nd place with 14 points.

Interestingly, they’ve been superb on the road, winning all 6 away games, and after struggling at home, they’ve finally managed to break the home jinx with a win at Bengaluru.

Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal have been reliable at the top, laying solid foundations in recent matches and contributing directly to RCB’s winning run.

Skipper Rajat Patidar has had a few good knocks, though his recent form hasn’t been as strong.

Tim David has nailed the finisher’s role, providing those crucial runs at the death.

Krunal Pandya’s all-round impact has been another big plus, especially his recent match where he contributed with both bat and ball, giving balance to the middle order.

Josh Hazlewood has been leading the pace attack brilliantly, picking up key wickets and keeping things tight at crucial moments.

On the other side, it’s a bitter pill for Chennai Super Kings, whose IPL journey ends at the league stage.

It’s unusual to see CSK in this position, but with nothing left to lose, they might see this as a chance to test new players and strategies for the future.

CSK have played 10 matches, won 2, and lost 8, sitting at the bottom of the table.

The inclusion of Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, and Dewald Brevis has been a positive step, but unfortunately, the timing hasn’t allowed CSK to capitalize on their contributions.

Khaleel Ahmed has been effective with the new ball, especially during powerplays, but Matheesha Pathirana hasn’t quite delivered the cutting edge at the death this season.

Stick around for the RCB vs CHE Dream11 Team suggestions and fantasy cricket tips to help you build a best fantasy squad for this crucial clash.

RCB vs CHE Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings, 52nd Match, Indian Premier League 2025.
Venue	M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Date & Time	May 3, 07:30 PM IST
Live Streaming	Disney+ JioHotstar app and Star Sports Network

RCB vs CSK Pitch Report

The pitch at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru has always carried a reputation for being a batting paradise, but interestingly, we haven’t seen those huge totals this season, except in the last match where the batters finally took advantage.

This surface offers good bounce, and the ball comes on nicely to the bat, making strokeplay easier once a batter settles in.

The small boundaries are every batter’s dream here, giving them the confidence to clear the ropes without much effort.

However, this bounce doesn’t just help the batters, it can work in the seamers’ favor too.

Fast bowlers who can extract movement off the seam or hit the deck hard have a chance to trouble the top order, especially early in the innings with the new ball.

Last Matches Stats:

2nd April 2025

RCB 169/8 (20) GT 170/2 (17.5)

10th April 2025

RCB 163/7 (20) DC 169/4 (17.5)

18th April 2025

RCB 95/9 (14) PBKS 98/5 (12.1)

24th April 2025

RCB 205/5 (20) RR 194/9 (20)

Weather Report of Bengaluru

There’s a 35% chance of rain during the game, so we might see a few interruptions or even a shortened match if the showers stick around.

The temperature is expected to hover around 26 degrees Celsius, and with the humidity at 74%, it’s going to feel quite muggy out there.

This kind of weather could make things tricky for the bowlers, especially the spinners, if the outfield gets damp or if dew sets in later.

Let’s just hope the rain stays away long enough for a full game.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Live Streaming

You can catch the live action of Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings on the JioHotstar app and on the Star Sports Network on your TV.

If you’re more into following the stats and updates, you can check out the live scorecard on the Cricgram app.

RCB vs CSK Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 34

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Wins: 11

Chennai Super Kings Wins: 22

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Recent Form

Royal Challengers Bengaluru	W	W	W	L	W
Chennai Super Kings	L	L	L	W	L

Team News

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Phil Salt missed the last game because of fever; if unfit, Jacob Bethell will retain his place.

Chennai Super Kings

There are no recent injuries. Chennai Super Kings might play with the same playing 11 until and unless they experiment heavily.

RCB vs CHE Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Probable Playing 11

1. Phil Salt/Jacob Bethell
2. Virat Kohli
3. Devdutt Padikkal
4. Rajat Patidar (c)
5. Krunal Pandya
6. Tim David
7. Jitesh Sharma (wk)
8. Romario Shepherd
9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar
10. Suyash Sharma
11. Josh Hazlewood
12. Yash Dayal

Note: Devdutt Padikkal and Yash Dayal will play as impact subs.

Expected Death Over Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood.

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing 11

1. Shaik Rasheed
2. Ayush Mhatre
3. Sam Curran
4. Ravindra Jadeja
5. Dewald Brevis
6. Shivam Dube
7. MS Dhoni (c & wk)
8. Deepak Hooda
9. Anshul Kamboj
10. Noor Ahmad
11. Khaleel Ahmed
12. Matheesha Pathirana

Note: Ayush Mhatre and Khaleel Ahmed or Matheesha Pathirana will play as imapce subs.

Expected Death Over Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana and Khaleel Ahmed.

Top Picks for RCB vs CHE Dream11 Team

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Best Players:

Virat Kohli: 262 M, 8447 R, 39.47 A + 4 W

Devdutt Padikkal: 73 M, 1789 R, 25.55 A

Rajat Patidar (c): 37 M, 1027 R, 32.09 A

Krunal Pandya: 137 M, 1744 R, 22.64 A + 89 W

Josh Hazlewood: 37 M, 19 R, 53 W

Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 185 M, 193 W

Chennai Super Kings Best Players:

Sam Curran: 63 M, 992 R, 25.43 A + 58 W

Ravindra Jadeja: 250 M, 3142 R, 27.32 A + 167 W

Dewald Brevis: 12 M, 304 R, 25.33 A + 1 W

Shivam Dube: 75 M, 1750 R, 30.2 A + 5 W

Noor Ahmad: 33 M, 39 W

Matheesha Pathirana: 28 M, 43 W

RCB vs CHE Dream11 Prediction

Below is the RCB vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction:

Wicket-Keepers: M Dhoni

Batters: Virat Kohli, R Patidar, D Padikkal

All-Rounders: R Jadeja (C), Sam Curran (Vc), K Pandya

Bowlers: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, J Hazlewood, Noor Ahmad, M Pathirana

Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team

• In Wicket-keeper if Phil Salt plays, He is a must have pick.
• Virat Kohli is also good for Captain and Vice-captain pick.
• Dewald Brevis and Khaleel Ahmed are also other good picks.

RCB vs CHE Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

• Ravindra Jadeja
• Sam Curran
• Virat Kohli
• Rajat Patidar

FAQs

Squads

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad

Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Abhinandan Singh, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rasikh Dar Salam, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Liam Livingstone, Swapnil Singh, Rajat Patidar (c), Krunal Pandya, Manoj Bhandage, Lungi Ngidi, Yash Dayal, Nuwan Thushara, Suyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Mohit Rathee, Swastik Chikara.

Chennai Super Kings Squad

Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Rahul Tripathi, Shreyas Gopal, Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Nathan Ellis, Andre Siddarth C, Matheesha Pathirana, Anshul Kamboj, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Mukesh Choudhary, Vansh Bedi, Jamie Overton, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Shaik Rasheed, Shivam Dube, Ravichandran Ashwin, Vijay Shankar.