Published on: Apr 30, 2023 11:24 am IST|Updated on: Apr 30, 2023 11:24 am IST
Chennai Super Kings will be back to their fortress, i.e., Chepauk to square off against Punjab Kings in match no 41 of Tata IPL 2023. The Super Kings are coming off a defeat at the hands of Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, whereas, Punjab Kings lost their last game to Lucknow Super Giants in Mohali. Both teams are looking for a win which makes this contest an intriguing one.
The CSK vs PBKS match no 41 of Tata IPL 2023 will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It is a day game, meaning the wicket will be dry, expect spinners to dominate the play. However, batters can score freely once they are set. Check MA Chidambaram IPL records.
At this venue, spinners have been successful in bowling with an average of 26.8 and a good economy rate of 6.9, as compared to pace bowlers who have an average of 29.4 and an economy rate of 8.0. Out of the 70 games played, teams batting first have won 44 games, while teams batting second have won 26 games. This is because the pitch at MA Chidambaram produces a lot of turn, leading teams winning the toss to prefer batting first. Additionally, CSK has won 42 out of the 58 matches played at this venue.
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Chennai Super Kings holds the record for the highest team totals at the Chepauk in IPL history. The MS Dhoni led side scored a mammoth 246 in 2010 edition against this very venue.
Former CSK left-hander Suresh Raina is the leading run-getter at MA Chidambaram Stadium in IPL history. He has scored 1506 runs at the Chepauk followed by MS Dhoni who has 1407 runs to his name.
Spinners have always returned with succesful outings at the Chepauk. Former CSK spinner Ravichandran Ashwin who currently plays for the RR, has 48 wickets to his name the most by any bowler at this venue.
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