IPL 2022: Match 59, CSK vs MI Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL Match?

Preview

CSK vs MI: The last time these two sides met there was a thrilling encounter that saw MS Dhoni provide a thrilling finish. Few weeks later with both sides on the way out of the tournament, they have another encounter.

While the Mumbai Indians have no hope of qualifying and can only play party spoilers, the Chennai Super Kings have a faint chance of going through. They need to win all the games and will then have to hope for an unlikely amount of results going their way, practically ending their hopes to get to the next round.

Match Details

Match: CSK vs MI

Date: 12th May 2022

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Weather Report

The weather is clear through the CSK vs MI game with no rain in the forecast.

Pitch Report

The Wankhede surface is still good for batting despite some wear and tear on the surface. There are score of 180+ being made still, and batting first is a better option on a track that tends to slow down as the game progresses.

CSK vs MI Predicted Playing XI

CSK Playing XI

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni (capt & wk), Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali/Dwayne Bravo/Mitchell Santner, Dwaine Pretorius, Maheesh Theekshana, Simarjeet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary

MI Playing XI

Rohit Sharma (capt), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tim David, Sanjay Yadav, Tilak Varma, Kieron Pollard, Daniel Sams, Jaydev Unadkat, Murugan Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Riley Meredith

Team News

• Ravindra Jadeja is still injured and may continue to be unavailable.

• Suryakumar Yadav is ruled out of IPL 2022 and the Mumbai Indians will have to look for his replacement for the rest of the season.

See Also” IPL 2022: Notable performances by Players against their old Franchises – Cricket Winner

Key Players

Devon Conway

Devon Conway is bossing bowlers as asserts his dominance on the IPL. He has made three fifties in a row and is at ease against spin, using his feet well. With consistency and runs under his belt, Devon Conway gives CSK a lot of hope as they prepare for next season, and this seasons exploits could help him get a longer rope next year.

Jasprit Bumrah

After taking very few wickets in the last five games, Jasprit Bumrah finally came back to his own with a five wicket haul against Kolkata. He was back to his vintage best and achieved his best T20 haul, with Bumrah being used well as he was saved for the death overs, a part of the innings which give him the best chance to make a strong impact.

CSK vs MI Match Tips

Both sides have struggled all season and are still struggling to find consistency. With Mumbai out and CSK in with a faint chance though, CSK may come in with more intent as MI look to try some new players.

Match Prediction: CSK will win the match.