• Match: Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings, 59th Match, Indian Premier League 2024
• Date and Time: May 10,  10:00 am GMT / 04:00 pm BD / 03:30 pm local time
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Gujarat Titans (GT) are facing an uphill battle as they strive to keep their faint hopes of qualifying for the playoffs alive. Positioned at the bottom of the points table with only four wins in 11 games, their playoff prospects appear bleak. With daunting matches against strong opponents like CSK, KKR, and SRH looming ahead, the road ahead seems challenging. Achieving their dream of reaching the final feels like a distant possibility, particularly given their lackluster performance throughout IPL 2024.

In contrast, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have regained momentum following a crucial victory over PBKS, putting them back on track. With just three games left, CSK must win all of them to secure a playoff berth. The competition for the remaining playoff spots is fierce, with teams like SRH, DC, LSG, and RCB also vying for qualification. While CSK aims for the ideal scenario of winning all three games, they cannot afford to underestimate any opponent. Securing a victory against GT is crucial to maintaining their position in the playoff race, especially with a pivotal fixture against RR looming on the horizon.

However, CSK faces concerns over the inconsistent performances of key players such as Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, and Ravindra Jadeja. Additionally, the absence of Mustafizur Rahman and Matheesha Pathirana has created a void in the bowling department, posing additional challenges for CSK to overcome.

Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill (c), Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Joshua Little.

Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Rachin Ravindra, Shivam Dube, Daryl Mitchell, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Mitchell Santner, Mukesh Choudhary.

Who will win the toss? – Chennai Super Kings
Who will win the match? – Gujarat Titans

Captain: Ravindra Jadeja
Vice-Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad

Wriddhiman Saha, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Moeen Ali, Shahrukh Khan, Rashid Khan, Tushar Deshpande.

Considering the current conditions, captains winning the toss should elect to chase. The potential presence of dew during the evening could significantly impact the game, offering an advantage to the team batting second. Additionally, taking into account the ground dimensions and the impact player rule, chasing emerges as a more favorable option for teams seeking to enhance their prospects of victory.

While the Narendra Modi Stadium usually provides a conducive batting surface, the recent match showcased batters struggling with timing. If the same pitch is retained, spinners could potentially play a more significant role in the game. Although a target of 180 is typically deemed par for this venue, it’s essential to acknowledge that in IPL 2024, no score can be considered entirely safe due to the unpredictable nature of the tournament.

Ahmedabad is anticipated to have a warm evening, with temperatures reaching approximately 30 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels are predicted to be around 37 percent, and there will be a moderate wind speed of 14 km/h.

• Stadium: Narendra Modi Stadium
• City: Ahmedabad
• Capacity: 132,000
• Hosts to: Gujarat, Gujarat Titans