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Mumbai Indians
Chennai Super Kings
In the upcoming Match 29 of the Indian Premier League 2024, the Mumbai Indians (MI) will face off against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Wankhede Stadium.
This isn't just any match; it's a clash between two of the biggest teams in IPL history, both having won the championship five times. The Wankhede Stadium, known for its lively crowd and big hitting, will be the perfect setting for this high-stakes game.
Looking at the numbers, MI have a slight lead with 21 wins over CSKβs 17 in their overall matches. At the Wankhede, Mumbai has won 7 out of 12 games against Chennai. But, CSK has had the upper hand recently, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches against MI. This sets up an exciting match where both teams have a lot to prove, and fans can expect some top-class cricket action.
The advantageous batting conditions at Wankhede mean that MI is likely to start of strong in the first 6 overs.
The betting tip is...
MI will score over 47.5 runs in the first 6 overs.
46 %
54 %
Mumbai IndiansChennai Super KingsRohit Sharma is MIβs leading top run-scorer against CSK with an impressive tally of 732 runs. Suryakumar Yadav, with 314 runs, also stands out as a significant contributor.
Eyes will also be on Ishan Kishan and Tim David, known for their explosive batting and ability to turn the game with their high strike rates. Tilak Varma, boasting an average of 107 against CSK, is another player who could make a substantial impact in the upcoming match.
Jasprit Bumrah with 12 wickets against CSK, and captain Hardik Pandya, who has taken 8 wickets, are expected to lead the charge in bowling. Akash Madhwal is a name to watch out for with 16 wickets at an economy rate of 8.24 in his last 8 IPL matches. But the game-changer could be Coetzee, he has 7 wickets in 4 matches.
Rohit, Suryakumar and Tilak are the key batters.
Predicted Lineup: Rohit, Kishan (wk), Suryakumar, Tilak, Pandya (c), David, Nabi, Shepherd, Chawla, Coetzee, Bumrah
MS Dhoni tops the list of run-scorers against MI with 712 runs, though he's likely to bat lower as usual. Ruturaj Gaikwad with 155 runs in 5 matches, remains a crucial figure, not just with the bat but also with his leadership and familiarity with the venue.
Shivam Dube stands out as CSK's top run-scorer this season with 176 runs in 5 matches, boasting a strike rate of 160. Alongside Dube, expect contributions from Daryl Mitchell to counter the pitch conditions effectively.
With the ball, Ravindra Jadeja leads with 22 wickets against MI, supported by Deepak Chahar's 13 wickets. But, leading the bowling attack this season is Mustafizur Rahman, who has claimed 9 wickets in just 4 matches, proving his worth in both the early overs and at the death.
Ruturaj, Rachin and Dube are the key batters.
Predicted Lineup: Ruturaj (c), Rachin, Dube, Rizvi, D Mitchell, Jadeja, Dhoni (wk), Thakur, Rahman, Deshpande, Theekshana
In this thrilling match at Wankhede Stadium, expect a nail-biter between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.
Despite MI's historical edge and formidable lineup, including the likes of Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, CSK is poised to edge out a victory due to their current form and rhythm. Key performances are anticipated from Shivam Dube, who's in top form with a strike rate of 160, and Mustafizur Rahman, leading the bowling attack with precision in crucial moments.
Dhoniβs experience will be vital in guiding Ruturaj through the pressure of this high-stakes rivalry. Given CSK's recent dominance over MI and their well-rounded team performance, they are slightly favoured to win, but expect this to be an intensely close encounter, possibly decided in the final overs.
