CSK vs MI Match Prediction IPL 2026 – Who Will Win Today’s High-Voltage Clash?

Chennai Super Kings face Mumbai Indians in the 44th match of the IPL 2026 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Saturday, 2 May. Chennai Super Kings have secured three victories and currently stand in seventh in the points table with six points. They lost their last match by eight wickets against Gujarat Titans at their home. CSK batted first and managed to score only 158 runs and then the opposition comfortably chased down the target in 16.4 overs. Chennai aims to utilise the home advantage to secure a win and keep hopes alive for the next stage.

On the other hand, Mumbai Indians are almost out of contention for the playoffs after their surprising loss against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. They batted well to post 243 runs but went down by 6 wickets due to a poor show with the ball. Ryan Rickelton hit a brilliant century, but it was in vain. Based on recent form—CSK vs MI who will win today IPL 2026—Mumbai Indians seem the stronger side here.

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CSK vs MI Match Details 

• Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians, 44th Match

• Date: 2nd May 2026

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai 

• Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

CSK vs MI Weather Report

Pitch Report - MA Chidambaram Stadium

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is known for its batting-friendly surface. In T20 matches, this surface is helpful for both aggressive batting and fast bowling. The average first-innings score at this venue is 170-180 runs.

• Win Batting First: 56%

• Win Bowling First: 44%

Average Score

• Average 1st Innings: 175

• Average 2nd Innings: 160

CSK vs MI Recent Form

CSK vs MI Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)

• CSK Wins - 7

• MI Wins - 3

Top Batters to Watch

• Sanju Samson (CSK): 304 runs in this tournament 

• Ryan Rickelton (MI): 260 runs in this tournament 

• Tilak Varma (MI): 188 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch

• Anshul Kamboj (CSK): 14 wickets in this tournament 

• Allah Ghazanfar (MI): 10 wickets in this tournament 

• Jamie Overton (CSK):  9 wickets in this tournament 

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CSK vs MI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If CSK bats first

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 165–175

• Match Result: MI to win

Scenario 2: If MI bats first

• Powerplay Score: 55–60

• Predicted Total: 190–210

• Match Result: MI to win

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CSK vs MI Predicted Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Jamie Overton, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh.

Mumbai Indians 

Hardik Pandya (c), Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar.

CSK vs MI Match 44 Player of the Match Prediction 2026

• Ryan Rickelton

• Sanju Samson

• Hardik Pandya 

CSK vs MI Who Will Win IPL 2026 Astrology Prediction?

According to our BAN vs NZ who will win today IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians are the favourites to win this IPL 2026 astrology prediction. Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton and Jasprit Bumrah are expected to be the key performers.

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CSK vs MI who will win today IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians to win