DC vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction, Today Match 17 of TATA IPL 2025 will be played on 5th April at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai at 3:30 PM IST. Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team Captain & Vice-Captain Predictions.
Chennai Super Kings have a strong lead over DC at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, having won 7 out of 9 matches, but DC’s current momentum this season and the strong team built under Axar Patel makes this contest a tough one.
M.A. Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium is known for its balanced nature, which proves to be beneficial for both fast bowlers and spinners. With an average first innings score of around 155-171, it is a pitch where bowlers can dominate at the start, and spinners can put pressure on the game. This pitch gets a little soft in the second innings. M.A. The win rate of teams chasing targets at the Chidambaram Stadium is 44%, so if the captain wins the toss he will opt to bowl first.
DC vs CSK Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul, MS Dhoni
Batting: Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain), Faf du Plessis (VC), Rachin Ravindra
All-rounders: Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja
Bowling: Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Noor Ahmed, Mathisha Pathirana
Captain and Vice-Captain Selections:
Captaincy Choices: Gaikwad (SA, SL), Ravindra (Pun, GL).
Vice-Captaincy Choices: Faf or Starc for reliability, Axar for all-round value.
Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals Players Info & Ratings
Wicketkeeper:
KL Rahul (DC) – 9 Credits
Rahul has been scoring runs consistently and he is playing with more passion after being relieved of the captaincy responsibility this season. His consistency and ability to provide pace make him a must-have choice.
MS Dhoni (CSK) – 8 Credits
His finishing ability has diminished this season, but Dhoni’s experience at Chepauk and ability to score runs quickly make him a good option as a wicketkeeper.
Batsman:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) – 9 Credits (Captain)
Gaikwad showed his batting prowess by scoring 63 runs in the last match. As CSK’s main man and a successful run-scorer at Chepauk (706 runs in 15 innings), he is an ideal captain’s choice.
Faf du Plessis (DC) – 9 Credits (Vice-Captain)
Faf’s good familiarity with Chennai conditions (from CSK days) and recent half-centuries make him a top choice. His powerplay aggression is a fantasy gold mine.
Rachin Ravindra (CSK) – 7 Credits
Despite getting out for a duck in the last match, Ravindra’s explosive batting ability in the top order makes him a better choice.
All-rounders:
Axar Patel (DC) – 9 Credits
Axar’s dual skills (middle-order batting and left-arm spin) are a must-have for Chepauk. He is a strong contender for bonus points.
Ravindra Jadeja (CSK) – 9 Credits
Jadeja’s all-round contribution (436 runs and 34 wickets at Chepauk) and current form (1 wicket in the last match) makes him indispensable.
Bowlers:
Mitchell Starc (DC) – 8.5 credits
Starc’s 5 wickets against SRH show his wicket-taking ability. His pace can trouble the CSK top order early on.
Kuldeep Yadav (DC) – 8.5 credits
Kuldeep’s wrist spin (economy of 5.25) will grip Chepauk, making him a prime option against CSK’s spin-sensitive batsmen.
Noor Ahmed (CSK) – 7 credits
Noor’s sharp wrist spin (9 wickets at an economy of 6.83) can benefit DC’s middle order, especially Jack Fraser-McGurk, who struggle against spin.
Mathisha Pathirana (CSK) – 8 credits
Pathirana’s bowling pace and his bowling prowess in the death overs make him an easy wicket-taking option.
Why this team?
CSK’s dominance at Chepauk so far and team depth give them a slight edge, but DC’s current form and bowling strength make it a close contest. For Dream11, prioritise players who can contribute in phases – Gaikwad, Faf and Jadeja, and all-rounders like Axar are your safest bets. Stay tuned for updates on the playing XI after the toss, as impactful players like Shivam Dube (CSK) or Ashutosh Sharma (DC) can change things.
Strategy Tips for Today’s IPL Dream11
Pitch Play: Focus more on spinners (Jadeja, Ashwin, Kuldeep, Noor) given the spin-friendly nature of Chepauk.
Toss Factor: Focus on the toss – teams chasing targets get a slight edge here.
The CSK vs DC match prediction aims to give you the best possible result for your fantasy league.
