Ruturaj Gaikwad will continue to open the innings. He has so far scored 189 runs in three matches.
Devon Conway will partner Ruturaj at the top. Conway will have to be a bit consistent to make sure he keeps his place in the team.
Ajinkya Rahane slammed the fastest fifty of IPL 2023 on his CSK debut. He will be keen on continuing in the same vein.
Moeen Ali is fit and available for this match. Last time he played at the Chepauk, he picked up three wickets.
Shivam Dube hasn't set the stage on fire but he has got starts and it is time for him to go convert those starts.
Ravindra Jadeja has been coming a bit low in the batting order. But his bowling is key for CSK especially at the Chepauk
MS Dhoni was not needed against MI. But if needed, he can tonk the ball and he proved it again vs LSG.
Mitchell Santner has been exceptional with the ball so far in IPL 2023. He has been tough to get away with thanks to his line and length.
Tushar Deshpande has improved with every game he has played. The youngster will yet again be backed to do well.
Maheesh Theekshana is finally available for CSK and should slot in the playing XI straightaway at the expense of Dwaine Pretorius.
Rajvardhan Hangargekar missed the previous game. But he should be back for this match and will look to make an impact.
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