CSK vs RCB: Virat Kohli prepares to tackle spin threat in Chepauk ahead of highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash

The highly anticipated clash of the IPL 2025, CSK vs RCB, is set to be played on 28 March at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai. The match is going to be an exciting contest, especially after their thrilling encounter in 2024, when RCB snatched the final playoff spot from CSK at the last moment with a dramatic finish at Chinnaswammy. This time, CSK will host RCB at their home, which is known for its spin-friendly surface. To tackle the spin threat of CSK, Virat Kohli was seen practicing hard in the nets.

CSK vs RCB: Virat Kohli prepares to tackle spin threat in Chepauk

Virat Kohli is a key batter for RCB, he smashed an amazing half-century in the first match of the season against KKR. The 36-year-old is now ready for the next target against CSK at MA Chidambaram Stadium, which is known for its spin-friendly track.

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To tackle the spin, Virat Kohli was seen practicing hard in the nets against spinners. CSK has three top-quality spinners: Noor Ahmad, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ravichandran Ashwin. This is going to be a tough challenge for RCB batters against this top-spin department at spin-friendly track.

Chennai Super Kings kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign with a win over rivals Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets at their home. The bowling attack of the team performed amazingly well by restricting MI to just 155 and chased down the score comprehensively at the end. Noor Ahmed took 4 wickets while Rachin Ravindra and Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed fifties.

Royal Challengers Banaglore, led by newly appointed captain Rajat Patidar, also won their first game of the season against KKR. They defeated Rahane’s team by 7 wickets, thanks to the amazing performances from Krunal Pandya, Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, and Virat Kohli. The team features a balanced squad for IPL 2025.