IPL 2024: Match 49, CSK vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win today IPL match?

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) continue their ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2024 by taking on Punjab Kings (PBKS). Both sides will lock horns at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, in the 49th game of the tournament on Wednesday, May 1. With nine games played, CSK has won five games and lost the remaining four. Still in the race for the playoffs, CSK will aim to register their sixth win of the season and stay in contention for the knockout rounds.

On the other hand, Punjab Kings have had a forgettable campaign in the IPL 2024 so far. With just three wins in nine matches, Punjab sits in eighth place in the standings with six points to their names.

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CSK vs PBKS Match Details:

Match Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings, IPL 2024 Venue MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai Date & Time Wednesday, May 1 , 7:30 pm (IST) Live Broadcast and Streaming Details Star Sports Channels, Jio Cinema App

Pitch Report:

The surface at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is one that is preferred by the spinners. With a slow-turning surface, a low-scoring encounter could be quite the possibility, and opting to bowl first after winning the toss could prove to be a viable decision.

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Head-to-Head Record:

Matches Played 28 Chennai Super Kings won 15 Punjab Kings Won 13 No Result 00 First Played 19 April, 2008 Last Played 30 April, 2023

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CSK vs PBKS Probable Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings:

Ajinkya Rahane, Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni (WK), Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Mustafizur Rahman, Matheesha Pathirana

Impact Player: Shardul Thakur

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Punjab Kings:

Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Rilee Rossouw, Sam Curran (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Shashank Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Rahul Chahar, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada

Impact Substitute: Arshdeep Singh

Probable Best Players of the Match

Probable Best Batter:

Ruturaj Gaikwad: He could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Punjab Kings. With a century and a knock of 98 runs in his last two matches, Gaikwad has been in exceptional form, and he will aim to continue his form against Punjab as well.

Probable Best Bowler:

Matheesha Pathirana: He could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Punjab Kings. With 15 wickets in his last seven games, Pathirana has been in exceptional form, and his spell could be key in the upcoming game as well.

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Today’s Match Prediction: Chennai Super Kings to win the match

Scenario 1

Chennai Super Kings win the toss and bowl

Power Play score – 55-65

First Innings Score - 180-190

Chennai Super Kings win the match

Scenario 2

Punjab Kings win the toss and bowl

Power Play score - 40-50

First Innings Score - 170-180

Chennai Super Kings win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.