IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings Squad and Full Schedule

 

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), are getting reaad for the 2025 season with new captain and a strong squad. This year, CSK has appointed Ruturaj Gaikwad as their captain, after legendary MD Dhoni resigned from captaincy of CSK. Dhoni however will continue as an uncapped player, ensuring his presence both on and off the field.

Ruturaj Gaikwad Leads CSK in IPL 2025

CSK made dramitical announcement of their new captain through a video inspired by the hit movie Chhaava starring Vicky Kaushal. The video, which quickly became viral among fans depicted a symbolic passing of the torch with a young boy carrying the CSK helmet to Ruturaj Gaikwad who then transformed into the team’s new captain.

Although CSK did not qualify for the playoffs in the 2024 season the management has shown faith in Gaikwad’s leadership and has trusted him to lead the team in 2025.

Coaching Staff and Management

Ahead of the new season, CSK has strengthened its coaching staff by appointing Sridharan Sriram as their assistant bowling coach. Sriram who has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and has coaching experience with teams like Australia and Bangladesh brings valuable experience to the team.

CSK Pre-Season Training Camp

CSK will kick off its pre-season training with a 10-day camp starting from February 27 at the CSK High-Performance Centre in Navalur Chennai. All available Indian players, including MS Dhoni will participate in this training session. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, along with players like Shaik Rasheed Vansh Bedi, Andre Siddarth and several key bowler has already arrived for the camp.

Chennai Super Kings Full Squad for IPL 2025

Batters

- Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain)

- MS Dhoni

- Devon Conway

- Rahul Tripathi

- Shaik Rasheed

- Vansh Bedi

- Andre Siddarth

All-Rounders

- Rachin Ravindra

- Ravichandran Ashwin

- Vijay Shankar

- Sam Curran

- Anshul Kamboj

- Deepak Hooda

- Jamie Overton

- Kamlesh Nagarkoti

- Ramkrishna Ghosh

- Ravindra Jadeja

- Shivam Dube

Bowlers

- Khaleel Ahmed

- Noor Ahmad

- Mukesh Choudhary

- Gurjapneet Singh

- Nathan Ellis

- Shreyas Gopal

- Matheesha Pathirana

Chennai Super Kings Full Schedule for IPL 2025

| No. | Date | Day   | Time | Opponent       | Venue    |

|----|------|--------|------|----------------------|------------|

| 1 | Mar 23 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians    | Chennai   |

| 2 | Mar 28 | Friday | 7:30 PM | RCB          | Chennai   |

| 3 | Mar 30 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals   | Guwahati  |

| 4 | Apr 5 | Saturday| 3:30 PM | Delhi Capitals    | Chennai   |

| 5 | Apr 8 | Tuesday | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings     | New Chandigarh |

| 6 | Apr 11 | Friday | 7:30 PM | KKR          | Chennai   |

| 7 | Apr 14 | Monday | 7:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Lucknow   |

| 8 | Apr 20 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians    | Mumbai   |

| 9 | Apr 25 | Friday | 7:30 PM | Sunrisers Hyderabad  | Chennai   |

|10 | Apr 30 | Wednesday | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings     | Chennai   |

|11 | May 3 | Saturday| 7:30 PM | RCB          | Bengaluru  |

|12 | May 7 | Wednesday | 7:30 PM | KKR         | Kolkata   |

|13 | May 12 | Monday | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals   | Chennai   |

|14 | May 18 | Sunday | 3:30 PM | Gujarat Titans    | Ahmedabad  |

CDK's Prospects for IPL 2025

With a well-balanced squad comprising experienced players and young talent CSK aims to make a strong comeback in IPL 2025. The return of key players like MS Dhoni Ravindra Jadeja, and Ruturaj Gaikwad along with new players adds depth to the team. The franchise will also benefit from a excelent coaching staff and a well structured training program ahead of the tournament.

As CSK prepares to start their campaign against Mumbai Indians on March 23 fans eagerly waiting for another thrilling season with hopes of seeing their team lift the IPL trophy once again.