In the 43rd match of IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both teams are at the bottom of the IPL points table, with Chennai in last place and SRH at number 9. Both teams are fighting for survival to reach the top 4.
The pressure is on as both teams are desperate for a win, and this match is crucial for their hopes of reaching the playoffs. Losing this match could more likely eliminate either team from the race for the top 4.
The situation and qualification scenario for SRH & CSK
Both teams are struggling, with SRH at number 9 and CSK at number 10. Both teams have 4 points after playing 8 matches, and there are 6 matches remaining for each team in the league stage, including today’s match.
Both teams must win all their remaining matches to reach the top 4. The team that wins today will need to win 5 more matches to accumulate a maximum of 16 points from now. Meanwhile, the team that loses today can only reach up to 14 points, as each win awards 2 points.
Winning not enough, losing will make it nearly impossible
Historically in the IPL, 16 points have often been the minimum threshold to qualify for the playoffs. However, with other teams already having 12 points and games in hand, the competition for the top 4 could be intense. There is a chance that a team with 16 points might not qualify, or even one with 14 points, but this would depend heavily on other teams’ performances and net run rates.
SRH and CSK currently have poor net run rates, with SRH at -1.361 and CSK at -1.392, which would disadvantage them in the event of a points tie.
What happens if SRH or CSK loses today?
If SRH or CSK loses today’s match, they will remain at 4 points with 5 matches left. This means they can only accumulate a maximum of 14 points. The winning team will have a chance to reach 16 points, but it will still be a challenging task. Losing today and potentially ending the season with only 14 points would make it very unlikely for a playoff berth, as multiple other teams are likely to finish with more points and a better net run rate.
In essence, it’s a do-or-die situation for both teams. The loser faces virtual elimination from the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs, while the winner will keep their slim hopes alive. However, to qualify, they will need favorable outcomes from other matches and improvements in their own performances.
CSK vs SRH: Virtual knockout on the cards as both teams fight to stay alive in IPL 2025 playoff race Inside Sport India.
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