'The team is evolving, moving away from its earlier pattern': Ex-India coach's bold prediction for IPL 2025 clash between CSK and SRH

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar predicted that the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will defeat the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their upcoming clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both CSK and SRH are currently struggling in the 18th edition of the tournament.

Bangar believes that CSK has a strong spin bowling attack and they started focusing on developing young players as key factors. He believed SRH's inconsistency makes them vulnerable.

Speaking on JioHotstar's 'Match Centre Live' Bangar, the JioStar expert for IPL 2025, said, "I believe CSK will win against SRH. CSK's spin strength, backed by MSD, will be key, and they'll ensure there's assistance for the spinners. The team is evolving, moving away from its earlier pattern with more focus on youngsters. SRH, on the other hand, has been inconsistent."

Five-time champions CSK failed to carry the momentum after winning their tournament opener against Mumbai Indians (MI). The Chennai-based franchise failed to carry the momentum further as they managed to register just two wins out of their eight outings and are currently at number 10 in the points table. They recently faced another blow as their regular captain was ruled out of the tournament after suffering an elbow injury. CSK are coming after losing their last clash against MI by nine wickets.

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On the other hand, SRH are also on the same route; the last edition's runners-up also won their opener clash against the Rajasthan Royals but failed to carry the momentum. They are currently ninth in the points table with two wins in eight outings. They lost their last clash against the Mumbai Indians (MI) by seven wickets.

Historically, CSK holds an upper hand in the head-to-head against SRH. The five-time champions won 15 out of the 21 matches played between the two teams. At Chepauk, Chennai's record against Hyderabad is even more impressive, having won all five encounters at this venue.