MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma may be out of the CSK vs MI playing 11 on Saturday, May 2. Criticism of Hardik’s captaincy arose after their defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
But CSK vs MI head-to-head records are still in favour of the Mumbai Indians 21-19. Before delivering the first ball at Chepauk on Match 44, get the Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians match scorecard, pitch report, stats, timeline, and prediction at 7:30 PM.
Forget the history; look at the IPL 2026 points table. On May 2, the MA Chidambaram Stadium will host the Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in a match that no longer focuses on legacy but rather on survival.
CSK is sitting 6th with just 3 wins from 8 games. A win keeps the top-four dream alive. With 2 wins, MI is presently in 9th position. A loss tonight effectively ends their playoff hopes.
Mumbai is still reeling from the April 23 massacre, where Sanju Samson’s clinical 101* and Akeal Hosein’s 4-wicket haul led to a record 103-run defeat.
Now, in the spinning fortress of Chepauk, MI must face their demons. Can they stop the CSK juggernaut at home, or will the “Yellow Army” deliver the final blow?
Where to Watch Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians Match
| Match | Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians |
| Stadium | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date & Time | Saturday, May 2, 07:30 P.M. (IST) |
| Live TV (India) | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports Telugu, Star Sports Tamil, Star Sports Kannada (and respective HD channels) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
CSK vs MI Head to Head Records
| Matches | 40 |
| CSK Won | 19 |
| MI Won | 21 |
| No Result | NIL |
| Tie | NIL |
| At Wankhede | MI 8, CSK 6 |
| At Chepauk | MI 5, CSK 4 |
| Neutral Venue | MI 8, CSK 9 |
Pitch Report
The pitch at the MA Chidambaram Stadium is currently firm and flat, allowing for high-scoring games where scores above 200 are no longer rare. While it still uses red soil and can offer some grip for spinners during afternoon games, the bounce is generally reliable for stroke-play.
Pacers have actually dominated the wicket charts for the home side this season, with Anshul Kamboj leading the way with 14 wickets, while the primary spinners like Noor Ahmad have struggled for the same impact on these flatter decks.
In terms of match results, while the historical advantage lies with teams batting first (56% win rate over 95 matches), the 2026 season has seen successful chases, including a record 210 runs by the Punjab Kings. Dew remains a critical factor for night games, significantly aiding the chasing side.
Weather Report
According to the AccuWeather forecast, Chennai is in for another typical humid summer day, with highs of 33 degrees Celsius and lows of 31 degrees Celsius during the match time.
The expected humidity level during match time is projected to be between 79% and 82%. From the South-southeast, the wind will blow at 26 km/h. There is no possibility of rain.
CSK vs MI Playing XI (Probable)
Chennai Super Kings
Sanju Samson(WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Urvil Patel, Sarfaraz Khan, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Kartik Sharma, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Akeal Hosein
Impact Player: Gurjapneet Singh / Mukesh Choudhary
Mumbai Indians
Ryan Rickelton (WK), Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Varma, Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Allah Gazanfar, Ashwani Kumar
Impact Player: Shardul Thakur / Deepak Chahar
Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians Stats
- Sanju Samson (CSK) has cleared the ropes 15 times in 2026; Ryan Rickelton (MI) leads his side with 20 sixes.
- Akeal Hosein (CSK) took 4/17 in the last meeting, dismissing MI’s top order, while Allah Ghazanfar (MI) challenged CSK’s middle order with 2/25.
- Rohit Sharma (MI) leads with 913 runs, followed by MS Dhoni (CSK) with 736 runs.
- Anshul Kamboj (CSK) leads the 2026 standings with 14 wickets in 8 matches, while Allah Ghazanfar (MI) has 10 wickets in 6 matches.
- Only three players have ever scored a century in this rivalry: Sanath Jayasuriya (114* in 2008), Rohit Sharma (105* in 2012), and most recently, Sanju Samson (101* in April 2026.
Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians Timeline (Last 11 Matches)
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2026 | Mumbai | CSK | 103 runs | Sanju Samson (101)* |
| 20 Apr 2025 | Mumbai | MI | 9 wickets | Rohit Sharma (76*) |
| 23 Mar 2025 | Chennai | CSK | 4 wickets | Matheesha Pathirana |
| 14 Apr 2024 | Mumbai | CSK | 20 runs | Matheesha Pathirana (4/28) |
| 06 May 2023 | Chennai | CSK | 6 wickets | Matheesha Pathirana (3/15) |
| 08 Apr 2023 | Mumbai | CSK | 7 wickets | Ravindra Jadeja (3/20) |
| 12 May 2022 | Mumbai | MI | 5 wickets | Daniel Sams (3/16) |
| 21 Apr 2022 | Mumbai | CSK | 3 wickets | Mukesh Choudhary (3/19) |
| 19 Sep 2021 | Dubai | CSK | 20 runs | Ruturaj Gaikwad (88*) |
| 01 May 2021 | Delhi | MI | 4 wickets | Kieron Pollard (87*) |
| 23 Oct 2020 | Sharjah | MI | 10 wickets | Trent Boult (4/18) |
CSK vs MI Prediction
CSK is the favourite. When Samson fires, they have home advantage, a stronger batting unit, and a spin attack that is ideally suited to the conditions at Chepauk. Two of MI’s last five matches have been lost here, their bowling has gone into crisis, and Bumrah’s wicket drought shows no signs of ending.
The key factor is MI’s batting. Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma are capable of turning the game against CSK, provided they withstand the spin-focused powerplay that Gaikwad is expected to set with Hosein starting in the first over.
If CSK bat first and Samson launches another assault, MI’s bowling will struggle. If MI bats first and survives the spin, they can post a competitive total.
Prediction: CSK to win by 3-4 wickets or 25-40 runs.
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