IPL 2025: RR vs CSK Toss Update, Playing XI, Impact Subs
CSK wins toss, opts to field vs RR in IPL 2025. Playing XIs, impact subs, and captain’s thoughts inside.
Chennai Super Kings have won the toss and chosen to field first against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2025 match. The game is being played at RR captain Riyan Parag’s hometown, making it a special occasion for him. He mentioned the team has shown glimpses of good cricket but now needs to deliver a complete performance. RR is going with an unchanged XI.
CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad believes the pitch looks better than the previous one played at this venue, making chasing the preferred option. He acknowledged the quick turnaround between games and emphasized staying prepared. CSK has made two changes, bringing in Jamie Overton for Sam Curran and Vijay Shankar for Deepak Hooda.
Playing XIs:
RR: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande.
CSK: Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (w), Jamie Overton, Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed.
