CSK vs SRH Pitch Report: Will MS Dhoni's squad win the battle against Pat Cummins' men? When & where to watch the game

The IPL 2025 season continues with a high-stakes clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 43, as both sides look to salvage pride in what has been a disappointing campaign so far.

Both teams have endured a rough ride this season, with six defeats in eight games each. The playoff dream is hanging by a thread—if not already over—for these former champions, making tonight's encounter more about redemption than qualification.

CSK’s Batting Blues, SRH’s Strategic Stumbles

Led by MS Dhoni, CSK have struggled to find rhythm with the bat. Their top and middle order have failed to post or chase down competitive totals, putting pressure on the bowlers to do the heavy lifting.


SRH, captained by Pat Cummins, boast a stronger lineup on paper. However, questionable tactics and lack of consistency have left fans and pundits puzzled. Despite having match-winners in their ranks, SRH haven’t quite clicked as a unit.

IPL 2025 CSK vs SRH Today Match Pitch Report

The surface for today’s match is expected to favour batters early on. The ball will come onto the bat nicely, making stroke play easier in the first innings. However, spinners may come into play in the second half, with the pitch likely to slow down as the match progresses. Teams might prefer to bat first and defend, capitalizing on the early scoring opportunities.

Chennai vs Hyderabad Live Streaming

Fans can catch the action live from 7:30 PM IST on Star Sports, the official broadcaster of IPL 2025. The match will be telecast on:

• Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD
• Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD
• Star Sports 2 Hindi, Star Sports 2 Hindi HD
• Star Sports Khel, and Star Sports 3
• Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD

For those streaming on the go, JioHotstar (previously Jio Cinema) will bring the match live on mobile and web platforms.