Match 43 – Who will be the Impact Players in today’s match between CSK vs SRH?

Match Overview

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will be up against each other in the 43rd Match of IPL 2025. Their match will take place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both SRH and CSK have had a poor campaign in the ongoing edition, which has led to them being placed in the last two spots in the points table so far.

Both CSK and SRH have 2 wins and 6 losses to their name in the ongoing season. Notably, both SRH and CSK lost to MI in their previous match by a convincing margin. While CSK lost by 9 wickets, SRH lost to the 5-time champions by 7 wickets. The team losing the match could officially become the first team to get eliminated from the 18th edition of the league.

Predicted impact players for Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Anshul Kamboj – An emerging pacer who can bowl early in the powerplay overs and claim early wickets.
Sam Curran – Despite going for a high price, CSK hasn’t given him a lot of chances in the Playing XI. Curran might come in as the impact player either with the bat or with the ball.
Ravichandran Ashwin – Bowled well in the match against MI. The right-arm off-spinner could be used as a sub, allowing an extra batter in the XI.
Kamlesh Nagarkoti – An exciting right-arm pacer whose career hasn’t taken off due to injuries. The emerging pacer might wish to do everything to be in the scheme of things.

Predicted impact players for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Abhinav Manohar – Came out to bat for SRH, who were reduced to 35/5 against MI in the previous game. He could be handy as a finisher.
Mohammed Shami – Hasn’t been at his best in the ongoing season. But SRH’s confidence in him could help him get a place in the XI.
Rahul Chahar – The right-arm leg-spinner had to sit on the bench for a majority of the season. He might be necessary in the XI, as the match will take place in Chennai.
Wiaan Mulder – Can be highly useful as an all-rounder. The South African can contribute both as a batter and as a bowler.

Expert opinion and final prediction

Home Advantage – Playing at their home ground could give CSK a slight edge.
Recent Form – SRH beat CSK in their previous game.
Balanced Squad – Neither team has a balanced match-up. But CSK might have a better attack, which could play a key role in Chennai.