CSK vs DC Live: Chennai Super Kings are desperate to bounce back after three consecutive losses, with Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sanju Samson under pressure after a flop show so far. Dewald Brevis is likely to return, boosting the side. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals come in after a narrow loss against GT but a few positives with KL Rahul in form.
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CSK vs DC Live: Delhi Capitals playing XI
Delhi Capitals: Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul(w), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel(c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Subs: Vipraj Nigam, Ashutosh Sharma, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera, Nitish Rana
CSK vs DC Live: Chennai Super Kings playing XI
Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis, Jamie Overton, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Subs: Matthew Short, Akeal Hosein, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Matt Henry
CSK vs DC Live: Brevis returns as Chepauk crowd erupts in excitement
Dewald Brevis is finally back in the XI after recovering from a side strain ahead of the season. As soon as his return was announced, the Chepauk crowd erupted in loud cheers. It feels like a big moment for CSK and they will now hope this boosts their struggling batting unit.
Return of the lion! 🦁
Brevis back! #WhistlePodu #CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/K5L8ZT1lW1
CSK vs DC Live: Toss Update
Delhi Capitals have won the toss and decided to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings. Big boost for CSK as Dewald Brevis returns to the playing XI after missing earlier games.
CSK vs DC Live: Weather Report
Good news for fans as there is no rain expected during the match at Chepauk tonight. The conditions look set for a full game but the real challenge could come later with heavy dew likely to play a big role in the second innings. Captains will have that in mind at the toss.
Weather update:
Temperature: Around 31°C
Humidity: 75% (rising to 81% later)
Rain chances: 0%
CSK vs DC Live: Chennai hold strong edge in head-to-head record
Chennai Super Kings have clearly had the upper hand in this rivalry over the years.
Head-to-head record:
- Total matches: 31
- CSK won: 19
- DC won: 12
CSK vs DC Live: Dewald Brevis likely to return
Dewald Brevis is expected to return to the side today against Delhi Capitals. The right-hand explosive batter, who suffered with a side strain ahead of the season, will come as a massive boost for Chennai Super Kings. Their batting has struggled so far and his presence could bring some much-needed firepower.
CSK vs DC Live: Chennai look for first win as Delhi aim to bounce back
Chennai Super Kings have had a rough start with three losses on the trot and they really need a response tonight. The top order hasn’t clicked and that’s hurting them. Dewald Brevis could return which helps. Delhi Capitals come in after a close loss, with KL Rahul looking solid.