Last Updated on 1 month by Charbel Coorey

The 62nd match of IPL 2025 is about pride. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) have been out of playoff contention for some time, with the focus now on avoiding the dreaded wooden spoon.

If RR lose this match, they will certainly finish last. Their previous match against Punjab Kings reflected how their season has fared, with their top order providing a blistering start that the middle order couldn’t quite capitalise on. Expect another strong showing from their top order, but the onus is on the middle order to do more.

Also, RR’s bowling continues to leak plenty. With some young players performing well with the bat at CSK, RR will have another test on their hands in Delhi. However, the same applies to CSK’s bowlers against RR’s dynamic opening duo. So, this match could come down to which team finishes better at the death.

In this article, we will look at the possible playing XIIs, Delhi pitch report, fantasy cricket tips and Dream11 prediction for the 62nd match of IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 62nd Match: CSK vs RR Possible Playing XIIs

CSK have Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Dewald Brevis and Devon Conway available as the overseas options, according to ESPNcricinfo.

Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Rachin Ravindra and Nathan Ellis are not available.

Chennai Super Kings: 1. Ayush Mhatre, 2. Devon Conway (OS), 3. Urvil Patel, 4. Ravindra Jadeja, 5. Dewald Brevis (OS), 6. MS Dhoni (c & wk), 7. Shivam Dube, 8. R Ashwin, 9. Noor Ahmad (OS), 10. Anshul Kamboj, 11. Matheesha Pathirana (OS), 12. Khaleel Ahmed

Rajasthan Royals could stick with the same team that lost against Punjab Kings on Sunday.

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 3. Sanju Samson (c & wk), 4. Riyan Parag, 5. Dhruv Jurel, 6. Shimron Hetmyer (OS), 7. Shubham Dubey, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga (OS), 9. Kwena Maphaka (OS), 10. Tushar Deshpande, 11. Akash Madhwal, 12. Fazalhaq Farooqi/Maheesh Theekshana (OS)

Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

Arun Jaitley Stadium was a batting paradise on Sunday as Gujarat Titans chased down Delhi Capitals’ 199 without losing a wicket or breaking a sweat.

Spinners have taken 27 wickets on this ground so far this season, compared to 21 for the pacers. The chasing team has won two of the past three matches.

Another extremely hot evening is forecast with temperatures in the high 30s at match time. Chasing is likely to be preferred.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for CSK vs RR: Top Picks/Key Players to Watch

Top wicket-keeper picks:

• Sanju Samson offers the best potential for fantasy points. However, Samson will be out to improve on a poor career record against CSK: 16 inns, 249 runs, avg. 15.6, SR 114.7.

Key batter picks:

• Yashasvi Jaiswal has been superb. The left-hander is currently the third-highest run-scorer in IPL 2025 with 523 at an average of 43.58 and strike rate of 158.00. This includes six half-centuries plus a 49 and 34 in his last ten innings.
• Vaibhav Suryavanshi will take on CSK’s up and down attack from ball one. On a good batting pitch, Suryavanshi can go big. The youngster smashed 40 off 15 balls against PBKS two days ago.
• Ayush Mhatre is another youngster who has shone in IPL 2025. When he gets going, he can deliver great impact, as he showed in his 48-ball 94 against RCB earlier this month.

Top all-rounder picks:

• Ravindra Jadeja will be key on a ground that has favoured spinners throughout IPL 2025. The left-arm spinner has a good matchup against Sanju Samson, with three dismissals in 64 balls (83 runs).
• Riyan Parag has nine scores above 20 in 13 innings this season. Parag has also been a key contributor with the ball.

Key bowler picks:

• Noor Ahmad can test RR as the Royals have struggled against spin at times. The left-arm spinner has taken 20 wickets at an average of 17.25 this season, including 2/28 vs RR.
• Matheesha Pathirana will be key in the death overs, a period where RR have struggled at times. Pathirana has dismissed Shimron Hetmyer twice in 25 balls, conceding just 31.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

• Dhruv Jurel has scored 218 runs batting second in IPL 2025 (avg. 31.1, SR 158) compared to just 84 runs batting first (avg. 42, SR 133.3).
• Dewald Brevis has provided much-needed impact for CSK in the middle order. He is striking at 200 in chases (52 runs) and 145.1 batting first (74 runs). He was superb in CSK’s win over KKR on 7th May (52 off 25 balls).
• Wanindu Hasaranga took 4/35 against CSK earlier in IPL 2025.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

• Head-to-head: Matches 30, CSK 16, RR 15.
• RR (182/9) beat CSK (176/6) by six runs earlier this season.
• Khaleel Ahmed vs Sanju Samson: 50 balls, 81 runs, one dismissal.
• R Ashwin vs Sanju Samson: 50 balls, 60 runs, one dismissal.
• Noor Ahmad dismissed Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel in the earlier meeting this season.

IPL 2025 62nd Match: CSK vs RR Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Option 2:

IPL 2025 62nd Match: CSK vs RR Match Prediction – Who will win?

A match that could go either way. RR’s strong top order can give them the edge. RR to sneak a win.

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