IPL 2025: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of CSK vs PBKS Match

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will host Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 49 of the IPL 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on April 30. With the league stage entering its final stretch, both teams will look to seize momentum and make a strong playoff push under the lights in Chepauk.

The Chepauk surface has traditionally favored spin and slower bowlers, especially when the pitch wears down in the second innings. Out of 90 matches played at the venue, teams batting first have won 49 times, while chasing sides have triumphed on 39 occasions. The average first-innings score here stands at 164, reflecting the challenges batters face on what can often be a tricky surface to score freely.

For this match, play will be held on a black soil surface positioned centrally on the square, offering almost symmetrical boundaries at 75 and 72 meters. Overcast conditions are forecast, which might reduce the chance of dew and could play into the hands of teams that rely on slower bowlers and spinners. With slightly less dew expected, defending a total becomes a viable option, and anything above 170 might prove difficult to chase.

Given the spin-friendly nature of the pitch and the advantage of playing at home, Chennai Super Kings appear better suited to exploit these conditions. Their strong spin attack and tactical awareness at Chepauk give them a definite edge over Punjab Kings, who will need to adapt quickly if they are to challenge the hosts in their fortress.

IPL Stats at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

• Matches Played: 90
• Matches Won Batting First: 49
• Matches Won Batting Second: 39
• Matches With No Result: 0
• Matches Tied: 2
• Average First Innings Score: 164
• Highest Team Total: 246
• Highest Total Successfully Chased: 211