This season, bowling strategies are focusing on stopping SRH’s power hitting, with spin seen as a potential solution, particularly after their struggles against RCB’s spinners. Travis Head’s susceptibility to spin adds weight to this strategy, despite SRH’s strong spin-hitting options. Their successful opening pair of Abhishek Sharma and Head has been instrumental in breaking records for runs and scoring rates.
Spinners are expected to play a larger role as the season progresses and pitches tire, reflecting CSK’s historical spin strength. However, the dew factor has reduced spin effectiveness, favoring pace instead. CSK faces a formidable SRH, looking to improve their poor away record and capitalise on CSK’s recent home defeat. Another defeat for CSK could shake up the table as the tournament enters its crucial stage.
CSK vs SRH: Chepauk Stadium Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium at Chepauk typically provides favourable conditions for spinners, with the ball turning sharply on a slow surface. In the recent game between CSK and LSG, it was a high-scoring match where spinners struggled to make an impact. With SRH playing at this venue, another high-scoring contest can be anticipated.
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Chepauk Stadium IPL Stats
| City | Chennai |
| Country | India |
| Also or previously Known as | Chepauk Stadium, Madras Cricket Club Ground |
| First Match | 23/04/2008 |
| Last T20 Match | 23/04/2024 |
| Matches Played | 80 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 47 (58.75%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 33 (41.25%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 41 (51.25%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 39 (48.75%) |
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 127 (M Vijay – Chennai Super Kings) – 03/04/2010 v Rajasthan Royals |
| Best Bowling | 5/5 (A Madhwal – Mumbai Indians) – 24/05/2023 v Lucknow Super Giants |
| Highest Team Innings | 246/5 (Chennai Super Kings) – 03/04/2010 v Rajasthan Royals |
| Lowest Team Innings | 70 (Royal Challengers Bangalore) – 23/03/2019 v Chennai Super Kings |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 201/6 (Punjab Kings) – 30/04/2023 v Chennai Super Kings |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 26.28 |
| Average Runs per Over | 8.03 |
| Average Score Batting First | 164.10 |