Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Pooran's aggressive style is suited to venues with shorter boundaries. His ability to hit sixes is a major advantage. Historically, batsmen with high strike rates in the middle overs have performed well here.

Head to Head: Pooran has a strong record against CSK's slower bowlers, particularly Jadeja, with a strike rate of over 150 in past encounters. He also performs well against right-arm medium pacers, which CSK has in abundance. His aggressive approach can put pressure on CSK's bowlers.

Reason: Nicholas Pooran is selected for his aggressive batting style and ability to score quick runs. In T20s, he has a strike rate of 136.40 and has scored 2275 runs in 106 matches. His recent form in 2025 shows 201 runs in 4 matches with a strike rate of 218.47. He is particularly effective against spin bowling, making him a valuable asset in the middle overs. At this venue, while specific T20 data is limited, his aggressive style suits the shorter boundaries. He has a high six-hitting ability, which is crucial for maximizing points.

Venue Performance: Ekana's pitch often favors spin, making Ravindra's left-arm orthodox bowling a key asset. Historically, spinners have enjoyed success here, especially in the middle overs. His batting style is also suited to the ground's dimensions.

Head to Head: Ravindra has shown effectiveness against LSG's right-arm pacers, particularly Avesh Khan, with a strike rate of over 140 in their previous encounters. His left-arm spin can also trouble LSG's right-handed batsmen in the middle overs.

Reason: Rachin Ravindra is selected for his all-round abilities and recent form. He has a T20 strike rate of 127.69 and has scored 309 runs in 26 matches. In 2025, he has scored 106 runs in 3 matches with a strike rate of 132.5. He also provides a bowling option, making him a valuable asset. At this venue, his ability to bowl spin is crucial. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Dube's aggressive style is suited to venues with shorter boundaries. His ability to hit sixes is a major advantage. Historically, batsmen with high strike rates in the middle overs have performed well here.

Head to Head: Dube has a strong record against LSG's slower bowlers, particularly Ravi Bishnoi, with a strike rate of over 160 in past encounters. He also performs well against right-arm medium pacers, which LSG has in abundance. His aggressive approach can put pressure on LSG's bowlers.

Reason: Shivam Dube is selected for his aggressive batting style and ability to hit sixes. In IPL, he has a strike rate of 30.04 and has scored 1502 runs in 65 matches. His recent form in 2025 shows 46 runs in 3 matches with a strike rate of 143.75. He is particularly effective against spin bowling, making him a valuable asset in the middle overs. At this venue, his aggressive style suits the shorter boundaries. He has a high six-hitting ability, which is crucial for maximizing points.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Dhoni's experience and ability to handle pressure are crucial at this venue. Historically, batsmen with good finishing abilities have performed well here.

Head to Head: Dhoni has a strong record against LSG's death bowlers, particularly Avesh Khan, with a high strike rate in their previous encounters. His ability to finish games under pressure makes him a valuable asset.

Reason: MS Dhoni is selected for his wicket-keeping skills and finishing abilities. In IPL, he has a batting average of 84 and has scored 5243 runs in 264 matches. His recent form in 2025 shows 46 runs in 3 matches with a strike rate of 158.62. He is a valuable asset in the death overs. At this venue, his experience and ability to handle pressure are crucial. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: Ekana's pitch often favors spin, making Bishnoi's leg-spin bowling a key asset. Historically, spinners have enjoyed success here, especially in the middle overs. His variations in pace and trajectory make him difficult to score against.

Head to Head: Bishnoi has a strong record against CSK's middle-order batsmen, particularly Dube, with a low economy rate and a high percentage of dot balls in their previous encounters. His leg-spin can also trouble CSK's left-handed batsmen in the middle overs.

Reason: Ravi Bishnoi is selected for his wicket-taking abilities and economy rate. In T20s, he has a bowling average of 19.38 with an economy rate of 7.36. In IPL, he has a bowling average of 29.14 with an economy rate of 7.81. At this venue, his ability to bowl spin is crucial. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Pathirana's death bowling skills are crucial at any venue. Historically, bowlers who can bowl yorkers and slower balls have performed well in the death overs here.

Head to Head: Pathirana's variations in pace and ability to bowl yorkers make him a difficult match-up for LSG's lower-order batsmen, particularly Badoni and Samad. His death bowling skills can restrict LSG's scoring in the final overs.

Reason: Matheesha Pathirana is selected for his death bowling skills and wicket-taking ability. In T20s, he has a bowling average of 16.27 with a strike rate of 8.51. His ability to bowl yorkers and slower balls makes him difficult to score against in the death overs. At this venue, his variations in pace and trajectory are crucial. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Marsh's aggressive style is suited to venues with shorter boundaries. His ability to hit sixes is a major advantage. Historically, batsmen with high strike rates have performed well here.

Head to Head: Marsh has shown effectiveness against CSK's spinners, particularly Jadeja and Ashwin, with a strike rate of over 140 in their previous encounters. His right-arm medium pace can also trouble CSK's left-handed batsmen.

Reason: Mitchell Marsh is selected for his aggressive batting style and all-round abilities. In T20s, he has a strike rate of 135.42 and has scored 1629 runs in 65 matches. He also provides a bowling option, making him a valuable asset. In 2025, he has scored 184 runs in 4 matches with a strike rate of 185.85. At this venue, his aggressive style suits the shorter boundaries. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Khan's experience and ability to bowl in different phases of the game are crucial at this venue. Historically, bowlers who can bowl yorkers and slower balls have performed well in the death overs here.

Head to Head: Khan has a strong record against CSK's lower-order batsmen, particularly Dhoni, with a low economy rate and a high percentage of dot balls in their previous encounters. His ability to bowl yorkers and slower balls makes him difficult to score against in the death overs.

Reason: Avesh Khan is selected for his wicket-taking abilities and experience. In IPL, he has taken 1335 wickets in 62 matches with a strike rate of 8.87. His ability to bowl in the powerplay and death overs makes him a valuable asset. At this venue, his variations in pace and trajectory are crucial. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.

Venue Performance: While specific T20 data at Ekana is limited, Breetzke's aggressive style is suited to venues with shorter boundaries. His ability to hit boundaries early in the innings is a major advantage. Historically, batsmen who can score quickly in the powerplay have performed well here.

Head to Head: Breetzke's aggressive approach can put pressure on CSK's opening bowlers, particularly Deepak Chahar, who has shown vulnerability against batsmen who attack from the start. His ability to hit boundaries early in the innings can set the tone for LSG's batting.

Reason: Matthew Breetzke is selected for his aggressive batting style and potential to score quick runs at the top of the order. In his T20 career, he has a strike rate of 122.77. His ability to provide a quick start is crucial for maximizing points in the powerplay. At this venue, his aggressive style suits the shorter boundaries. He is also a good fielder, adding to his point potential.