MI vs CSK Predictions – IPL 2024 – 14/04/2024
Arch rivals MI and CSK collide at batting paradise Wankhede
It is time for the El Clasico of the IPL as Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings gear up to face off in match no. 29 of the IPL 2024 on April 14th. The blockbuster Sunday night fixture will be played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, with the action scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
Here is our analysis for this clash on Sunday night.
MI vs CSK: Prediction [IPL 2024] – Best Bets
Below are some of the best bets for this MI vs CSK match.
Jasprit Bumrah player performance points over 20.5 – Parimatch, BET HERE
Jasprit Bumrah has been in incredible form with the ball, picking 2/22 and 5/21 in the last two games, where all other bowlers were hammered. He has taken 10 wickets in five games at an economy of 5.95.
Total sixes over 15.5 – 10Cric @ 1.90, BET HERE
Wankhede Stadium is an outstanding venue for batting. There have been 51 sixes hit in the last two games played here. Considering that, this seems a pretty safe bet.
MI to score over 59.5 runs in the first 6 overs – 1xBet @ 2.50, BET HERE
MI openers have been playing attacking cricket and they are followed by Suryakumar Yadav. MI have hit 72 or more in the first six overs in three out of five games.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
Wankhede Stadium is a batting paradise. Seamers get some movement with the new ball but once that fades away, batters can dominate the proceedings. The average batting first score at this ground reads 174 since 2018. In two games this season, the team batting first posted 234 and 196.
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Head-to-Head Record MI vs CSK
The overall head to head record between these two teams is in favour of Mumbai Indians. MI have won 21 games whereas CSK have come out on top 17 times. However, CSK lead the five encounters by 4-1.
MI
Mumbai Indians lost three games on the trot to begin the season but found some form with back to back victories over Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. On Thursday, they defeated RCB by seven wickets while chasing 197 in 15.3 overs. Jasprit Bumrah claimed a stunning 5/21 on a great batting pitch. Ishan Kishan struck 69 off 34 before Suryakumar Yadav smashed 52 off just 19.
CSK
Chennai Super Kings kicked off the season with two victories before losing two in a row. They got back to winning ways, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the last game at home. Ravindra Jadeja snared 3 for 18 while Tushar Deshpande also picked three big wickets as they restricted KKR to 137. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad then scored an unbeaten 67 off 58 to steer CSK over the finishing line.
Where to Watch MI vs CSK
Check out the details of where to watch the MI vs CSK match.
- Star Sports Network (TV) / Jio Cinema (Streaming) – India
- Sky Sports / SkyGo app – UK
- Fox Sports / Foxtel Go app – Australia
- SuperSport – South Africa
- Sky Sports NZ – New Zealand
- Willow – USA
Toss Prediction
Wankhede Stadium has historically favoured the team batting second due to good batting pitches and dew factor. Since 2018, a total of 57 IPL games have been played here, with the chasing team winning 35. Expect the team winning the toss to field first.
MI vs CSK – Key Points
Check out the weather forecast, favourites to win and key matchup for this MI vs CSK game.
Weather conditions
According to the forecast, the weather in Mumbai is likely to be mainly clear and warm on Sunday evening. There will be 74% humidity while rain shouldn’t be an issue. The temperature should range between 26-30 degree Celsius.
Favorites to win the match – MI
The bookmakers have placed Mumbai Indians as favourites to win this match. MI have won back to back games and are playing at their home. CSK have dominated the recent head to head record and can’t be taken lightly.
Key matchup
Suryakumar Yadav is in great form but will face a tough challenge against Ravindra Jadeja. He has faced 62 deliveries and has only scored 48 runs while getting dismissed four times.