IPL 2023: Match 61, CSK vs KKR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between CSK vs KKR?

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The 61st game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 features a heavyweight clash between the four-time champions Chennai Super Kings and the Nitish Rana-led Kolkata Knight Riders at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, May 14.

Kolkata would be coming into the game after a humiliating loss to the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals. With their chances for playoff qualification of the competition looking bleak, the team would be getting desperate to get back to winning ways. On the other hand, Chennai sit in a rather comfortable position in the standings, and the MS Dhoni-led team would be keen on sealing their spot for the knockout stages.

Match Details:

Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Match 61, IPL 2023

Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 7:30 PM IST

Telecast & Streaming Details: Star Sports Network and JioCinema

MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch report:

The surface at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai has been well known for assisting the spinners over the years. Winning the toss and opting to bat first to set a big total on the board could prove to be a wise decision. A total of 180–190 could be a good total on such a surface at this venue.

Probable Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana (c), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Shardul Thakur, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Suyash Sharma, Varun Chakaravarthy

CSK vs KKR Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Devon Conway: Star New Zealand batter Devon Conway would be expected to be the best batter in the clash between Chennai and Kolkata. The 31-year-old has been in a league of his own in the ongoing IPL 2023, scoring 468 runs in 11 matches so far. The four-time champions would expect Conway to be at the top of his game in the next game.

Probable best bowler

Varun Chakaravarthy: Indian spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has been in sensational form in the IPL 2023. Taking 17 wickets in 12 matches so far, Chakaravarthy would look to take some important wickets and dismantle Chennai’s batting attack.

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

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.