After dropping 5 consecutive video games to Punjab Kings (PBKS), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have the chance to interrupt the curse as they meet the previous within the 53rd fixture of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday, May 5 on the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala.
CSK are determined for a win as they’ve slipped out of the highest 4 on the factors desk. The defending champions are usually not in a position to string a cluster of wins collectively and it’s affecting their probabilities of sealing a spot within the playoffs.
The seven-wicket loss to Punjab Kings of their earlier clash got here to hang-out them because the Sam Curran-led facet was in a position to breach the fortress Chepauk.
The loss to Punjab was the second defeat for CSK on the venue this season. They additionally misplaced to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by six wickets earlier within the season.
Their enjoying mixture could be adversely impacted by the void that Mustafizur Rahman‘s exit has created. Rahman has been essentially the most profitable bowler for CSK this season with 14 wickets to his credit score however has flown again to Bangladesh to be out there for the T20I collection in opposition to Zimbabwe.
On the opposite hand, Punjab have instantly discovered a two-match successful momentum after victories over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai.
Sam Curran has been main Punjab rather well within the absence of their common captain Shikhar Dhawan.
They are seventh on the ladder with 4 wins in 10 video games and want to push for a spot within the playoffs with yet one more win.
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report
The HPCA Stadium is likely one of the few venues in India that present ample help to pacers. Both groups are unaware of what is in retailer for them and due to this fact they could as effectively undertake the conservative strategy initially of their innings.
The common first innings rating in T20Is performed on the venue is 137.
HPCA Stadium T20I Record and Stats
Total T20I Matches: 11
Matches received batting first: 4
Matches received bowling first: 6
Average first innings rating: 137
Average second innings rating: 128
Highest complete scored: 200/3 by South Africa vs India
Highest rating chased: 200/3 by South Africa vs India
Lowest complete defended: 59/5 by Netherlands vs Ireland
