Chennai Super Kings
News: Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana have joined the squad ahead of the game. The former is likely to slot in straightaway. Ben Stokes and Deepak Chahar are set to remain on the sidelines but CSK will be boosted by Moeen Ali's availability.
Tactics and match-ups: Ruturaj Gaikwad had made a very good start to this year's IPL. However, his record against Trent Boult doesn't ooze confidence as he has been dismissed by the New Zealand seamer thrice in the space of 21 deliveries. CSK will have to ensure Boult's early threat is countered by his New Zealand teammate Devon Conway.
Rajasthan Royals
Tactics and matchups: CSK have the worst economy rate (11.44) in the powerplay this season. Royals have the ideal batter up top to take full toll of that in the form of Yashasvi Jaiswal. The young left-hander, quite incredibly, is striking close to 200 in the powerplay this season and that phase could well be the difference-maker if the track turns out to be slow.

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