IPL 2022: Match 33, MI vs CSK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between MI and CSK?

Placed right at the bottom of the points table, Mumbai Indians (MI) will square off against the defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. The contest will be played at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai on April 21 (Thursday). Both MI and CSK have suffered defeats in their previous match.

The defending champions are placed in the ninth spot in the points table and they have lost their last match against the new entrant Gujarat Titans. The Yellow Army has so far lost five matches – against GT, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and Kolkata Knight Riders. Their sole victory came against the Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 12 (Tuesday).

Similarly, the Men in Blue and Gold have lost their all previous six matches against, LSG, PBKS, RCB, KKR, RR, and DC. One of the biggest concerns for MI is the poor form of skipper Rohit Sharma and wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan. However, Suryakumar Yadav, Dewald Brevis, and Tilak Varma have been consistent performers for the five-time champions.

Match Details

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 33, IPL 2022

Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network for Television and Disney + Hotstar app for live streaming.

Pitch Report

The wickets at the Dr. DY Patil Academy assist both batters and bowlers. Some movement is expected with the new ball. However, as soon as the ball gets old, the batters can look to play some big shots. The skipper, after winning the toss, will want to bowl first, considering the dew factor.

Probable Playing XIs for MI vs CSK

Mumbai Indians 

Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Dewald Brevis, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Kieron Pollard,
Fabian Allen, Jaydev Unadkat, Murugan Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Riley Meredith.

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Robin Uthappa, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (wk), Ravindra Jadeja (C), Dwayne Bravo, Dwaine Pretorius, Maheesh Theekshana, Mukesh Choudhary.

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter of the Match: Ruturaj Gaikwad

After playing an excellent knock of 73 runs against GT, the right-handed batter Ruturaj Gaikwad will want to continue his good form against the five-time champions as well. To note, Gaikwad played a gem of a knock against the Men in Blue and Gold during their last year’s encounter and was adjudged the Player of the Match.

Probable best bowler of the Match: Jasprit Bumrah

Despite MI conceding 199 runs in their previous encounter against LSG, senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah seemed to have found his mojo back as he gave away only 24 runs in his four-over quota. The dangerous right-arm pacer will want to take some crucial wickets for his side in the upcoming match against the defending champions.

Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

To know better the analysis of teams, be sure to check out our latest IPL 2022 point table update

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.