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MS Dhoni May Lead CSK Again As Ruturaj Gaikwad Suffers Injury Blow – Probable XI Vs DC in IPL 2025
CSK Aiming for Redemption After Consecutive Defeats
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), find themselves in a tricky situation ahead of their crucial clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the IPL 2025. Set to play at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday, CSK will be hoping to bounce back after suffering two consecutive losses in the tournament.
The five-time champions have appeared out of rhythm in the last couple of games, and questions have been raised over their team composition. The spotlight is now firmly on whether legendary captain MS Dhoni will step up to lead the side once again, especially if Ruturaj Gaikwad remains unavailable due to injury.
Ruturaj Gaikwad Injury Puts Leadership in Doubt
Dhoni To Step In As Skipper Again?
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury during the previous fixture against Rajasthan Royals (RR) has thrown a wrench into CSK’s campaign. According to batting coach Mike Hussey, Gaikwad’s participation in the next match is uncertain.
This development opens the door for MS Dhoni to return as captain — a role in which he has previously guided CSK to five IPL titles. Fans and experts alike believe Dhoni’s calm presence and sharp cricketing brain could be vital for CSK’s turnaround this season.
📌 For CSK’s full season preview, check our IPL 2025 CSK news.
Will Devon Conway Make His IPL 2025 Debut?
Despite being a game-changer in CSK’s 2023 title-winning campaign, Devon Conway has not featured in any of the matches this season. With Gaikwad potentially out, Conway may finally get a chance to make his mark.
Conway’s performance in 2023 was remarkable:
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Matches: 16
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Runs: 672
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Half-centuries: 6
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Strike Rate: 139.71
His consistency at the top was one of the cornerstones of CSK’s success, and his absence in 2025 has been glaring. Many fans are puzzled by his exclusion, especially with CSK struggling to accelerate in the powerplay overs.
Who Could Make Way for Conway?
While Rachin Ravindra, Noor Ahmad, and Matheesha Pathirana are near-certainties in the XI, Jamie Overton appears to be the most likely player to miss out. Overton failed to impress in the last match and is yet to justify his place in the squad. Given Conway’s explosive abilities, CSK may opt to drop Overton to strengthen their top order.
CSK’s Probable XI Against DC
Barring Gaikwad’s injury, CSK is expected to stick with the core team. Here’s the projected playing XI for the high-stakes encounter:
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Devon Conway
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Rahul Tripathi
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Vijay Shankar
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Rachin Ravindra
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Shivam Dube
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Ravindra Jadeja
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MS Dhoni (c & wk)
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R Ashwin
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Noor Ahmad
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Khaleel Ahmed
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Matheesha Pathirana
Impact Sub: Anshul Kamboj
This combination offers the right blend of experience and youthful energy, with Conway’s return expected to bolster the top-order aggression.
Home Advantage Could Be Key
Playing at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, fondly known as Chepauk, offers a significant edge to CSK. The conditions are tailor-made for spinners like Jadeja and Ashwin, and fans are eager to witness the iconic Dhoni magic again at his home turf.
Chennai Super Kings are at a pivotal moment in their IPL 2025 campaign. With Gaikwad’s injury and the potential return of Dhoni as skipper, fans are in for a nostalgic yet thrilling match. Bringing back Devon Conway might be the game-changer they need to reset their campaign.
📎 Learn more about Devon Conway’s stats and profile here.
