Mumbai Indians will host arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings in the 'El Clasico' of IPL on Thursday (April 23) at the Wankhede Stadium.
Both five-time champions have had a roller-coaster season so far and are currently languishing in the lower half of the points table. A win here could dramatically change their playoff fortunes. CSK are currently placed 8th in the table with 4 points in six matches, while MI are just ahead at 7th courtesy of a superior Net Run Rate.
MI vs CSK Team News
Mumbai Indians are coming into this match on a high after registering a massive 99-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their previous game. Jasprit Bumrah continues to be in sensational form and is expected to spearhead the bowling attack. Captain Hardik Pandya and star batter Suryakumar
Yadav are also in excellent touch. The team has no major injury concerns and is likely to field its full-strength squad.
Will Rohit Sharma play?
Rohit is still being assessed and a final decision will be taken on him before the match. If Rohit's not playing, MI may resort to Danish Malewar foe the role with Quinton de Kock.
Chennai Super Kings have suffered a blow with young sensation Ayush Mhatre being ruled out for the season with an injury.
Will MS Dhoni play?
There is still uncertainty over MS Dhoni's availability as he continues to recover from a calf strain and has missed the first six matches of the season. A decision on him is expected to be taken before the match, but he may come in as an Impact Player. Akash Madhwal has also replaced Ayush Mhatre in the CSK squad.
Sanju Samson is expected to continue as the wicket-keeper in Dhoni's absence. Urvil Patel is likely to replace Ayush Mhatre in the middle order. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and the entire batting unit are under pressure following inconsistent performances so far.
