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The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) clash is considered to be one of the fiercest battles ever witnessed in Indian Premier League (IPL). When these two heavyweights meet, it’s about more than just points & playoffs – it’s a battle of legacy, and a clash for pride and superiority. The two franchises have won five IPL titles each, and the CSK vs MI matches have generally been high pressure encounters which see-saw between last over finishes and match winning individual performances. CSK vs MI Head to Head in the IPL Match Details CSK MI Total Matches Played 39 39 Matches Won 18 21 Matches Lost 21 18 No Result 0 0 Win Percentage 46% 54% IPL Titles 5 5 CSK vs MI Recent Matches Season Venue Winner Result 2025 Chennai CSK Won by 4 wickets 2025 Mumbai MI Won by 9 wickets 2024 Mumbai CSK Won by 20 runs CSK vs MI Head to Head – Batting & Bowling Stats Category CSK MI Highest Team Score 218 219 Lowest Team Score 79 136 Most Runs (H2H) Suresh Raina (700+ runs) Rohit Sharma (800+ runs) Most Wickets (H2H) Dwayne Bravo (30+) Lasith Malinga (30+) Most Sixes MS Dhoni / Raina Kieron Pollard Why CSK vs MI Is the Biggest IPL Rivalry Just like India against Pakistan, every CSK vs MI game has the intensity of the playoffs irrespective of where they stand on the league table. Final Verdict The CSK vs MI head to head is IPL in a nutshell – drama, desperation and thrilling cricket. Though Mumbai Indians have taken the spot of leading in terms of overall matches won, Chennai Super Kings have always had this knack to spring up at important moments. With IPL seasons to come, this rivalry will take new heights and create more moments whenever the yellow meets the blue.

When we say talented Indian cricketers selling their skills in the domestic format and making their way to IPL stardom, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a name that keeps coming up time and again. Fans and experts, as well as franchises have had an eye on him especially after his domestic tournament exploits. He of course makes you wonder still about his IPL price tag. So guys today, i am going to share the details on Vaibhav Suryavanshi IPL price, his career and why Rajasthan Royals (RR) has put such massive bet at two consecutive seasons. Vaibhav Suryavanshi IPL Price 2025-26 Historically, the IPL auction has thrown up some unknown talents and youngsters that have gone on to become stars. Vaibhav Suryavanshi is no exception. RR’s own love for developing Indian cricket, and their continued faith in him, is far-sighted. And here’s the approved IPL price of Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Rajasthan Royals showing faith in the 31-year-old and keeping him at the same price in 2026, only depicts that they believe he will continue to grow positively. Many young lads rise and fall because of form and competition, but to retain the same price over two seasons shows that I was stable, confident. Why Rajasthan Royals Picked Vaibhav Suryavanshi RR is one team which has always had the knack of finding and nurturing promising cricketers. In the same frame where they developed players like Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag, the franchise now looks at Vaibhav Suryavanshi as an investment for the future. Strong Domestic Performances Vaibhav, who was a product of domestic tournaments before being picked up by the IPL, hogged limelight here with some brilliant performances. His smooth exhibition of strokes coupled with fearlessness and flexibility in terms of formats made him a prized asset. A T20 Player It Is Built For They do not suit the needs of modern T20 cricket – that is power hitting, rotating strike and going through gears. Vaibhav’s attacking ability and calmness to absorb the pressure in death overs is an ideal combination for our squad which is very young. RR’s Development Mindset Rajasthan Royals have a history of turning budding cricketers into match-winner. Vaibhav has the right platform at RR in terms of infrastructure, coaching staff and player development programmes to be transformed into a quality T20 cricketer. What Is It That Makes Vaibhav Suryavanshi a Player to Watch? Aggressive Batting Approach What Vaibhav also brings to the team is a batting in today’s day and age; shots played on the up, 360 degree angle shooting, attacking pacers and spinners equally as well. This makes him a good middle-order or finisher candidate. Rapid Improvement Curve One of the main reasons franchises invest in young players is their upward trajectory. Season after season, Vaibhav has shown growth and at ₹1.1 crore, he looks like a bargain buy for Tamil Thalaivas. Technically Sound & Mentally Strong He can play fearless cricket, but the trait that draws compliments about Vaibhav’s fine technique and game awareness – which is a mix rarely found in youngsters. Potential Future Match-Winner And with the right chances, Vaibhav has all in him to become a part of RR’s playing XI on regular basis. Kids often make a name for themselves in the IPL that they need to maintain on the back of match-winning bids or innings. IPL 2025 & IPL 2026: What To Expect From Vaibhav Suryavanshi With his IPL price being consistent and a rise in fanfare, the expectations put on him for the next two seasons are big. More Opportunities in Playing XI RR might offer him additional games, even more if he performs well in the nets and domestic matches. A Breakout Season? The IPL throws up surprise performers every year. Vaibhav is how breaking stars are supposed to be - fearless, they say many. Finisher Role Potential He is better suited to bat lower-middle-order since what teams in need of at this position are power hitters who can score quickly from 5–6 overs. His ₹1.1 Crore Price Tag Effect In a marquee tournament like the IPL, price tags tend to write scripts. To Vaibhav, the cost is reasonable, rational and proportionate. It doesn’t add any pressure he does not need to have but it’s just a sign of the belief RR has shown in him. Final Thoughts Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s IPL voyage has just started, but it offers so many promising indicators. The ₹1.1 crore price tag in 2025 and 2026 indicates how much the Rajasthan Royals value him for. Given his fearless attitude, improving ability and the nurturing environment that RR provide, he may well be one of the hottest young talents in the IPL.

KL Rahul has been one of the most reliable and technically adept batters in IPL. As a result of his wicketkeeping-batting versatility, along with the potential to anchor an innings or pick up pace at will, Rahul has always been among the highest-paid cricketer in the competition. With IPL 2025 now representing a huge change in his career after joining a new franchise, and fans already on the lookout for KL Rahul IPL 2025 price – and with good reason. In this write-up, we give a detailed look at Rahul’s IPL 2025 Salary, his earnings growth each year from 2013-2019, the return on performance he has provided and how the Indian’s worth has changed over the years. Why KL Rahul is still a million dollars man at IPL auctions and retentions, let’s have a look. KL Rahul IPL 2025 Price Delhi Capitals (DC) have bagged the services for KL Rahul at a mega price of INR 14 Crore ahead of IPL 2025 season. It is Rahul’s first service for the franchise and is one of major player transfers before IPL 2025. KL Rahul IPL 2025 Price: Rs 14 Crore (Delhi Capitals) The amount is, however,much lower than the record INR 17 crore that he would earn with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), but it still makes him one of the highest paid Indian player of the league. Delhi Capitals believe Rahul will bolster their top order, add experience as a former captain and give them more wicketkeeping resources – justified reason enough for the price tag. KL Rahul IPL Salary Year-Wise (2013–2025) Year Team Salary 2025 Delhi Capitals INR 14 Crore 2024 Lucknow Super Giants INR 17 Crore 2023 (Retained) Lucknow Super Giants INR 17 Crore 2022 Lucknow Super Giants INR 17 Crore 2021 Kings XI Punjab INR 11 Crore 2020 (Retained) Kings XI Punjab INR 11 Crore 2019 (Retained) Kings XI Punjab INR 11 Crore 2018 Kings XI Punjab INR 11 Crore 2017 (Injured) Royal Challengers Bangalore INR 1 Crore 2016 (Transfer) Royal Challengers Bangalore INR 1 Crore 2015 Sunrisers Hyderabad INR 1 Crore 2014 Sunrisers Hyderabad INR 1 Crore 2013 Royal Challengers Bangalore INR 10 Lakh Total IPL Earnings — INR 113.10 Crore How KL Rahul Turned Into One of the IPL’s Most Valuable Batsmen KL Rahul’s emergence in the IPL has been a tale of steady progression, sensible batting and good captaincy. And the value he is adding here isn’t merely runs — it’s different hats he can wear for a franchise. Consistent Run-Scorer Rahul has consistently been one of the leading run-scorers in the IPL. What separates him is that he can bat at a strike rate and yet command high averages. Dual Role: Batter + Wicketkeeper With him playing as a keeper, the tactical depth of any franchise increases drastically and gives them lesser need for an overseas keeper. Leadership Experience He has led Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants so far, providing the kind of leadership quality franchise will always keep in high value. Marketability & Fan Following KL Rahul is one among India’s popular cricketers over the world. He adds commercial value to a team which naturally raises the franchise value. Why KL Rahul Got His Bid Reduced from 17 Crore to 14 Crore in IPL 2025 With Rahul somewhat valuable all 2025 season: Contrary to what we used to hear about Rahul in the news, a few things went into price shaping for him in 2025. Injury Concerns In the last couple of seasons fitness was an issue with Rahul due to which the franchises have bid cautiously for him. Auction Strategy With a mega auction-style reset due, teams concentrated on budget balancing instead of individual splurging. Delhi Capitals’ Tactical Fit DC needed an established opening partner for Prithvi Shaw and a batsman who could hold the innings together. Rahul was the kind of fit (at a competitive but not reckless bid price). Having said that, Rs14 crore is an indication of Rahul being a premium buy anyway. KL Rahul’s Journey Across IPL Franchises Rahul has spent time across various franchises and every single stint has played a part in his development: Royal Challengers Bangalore (2016, 2017 & 2013) Sunrisers Hyderabad (2014–2015) Kings XI Punjab / Punjab Kings (2018–present) Lucknow Super Giants (2022–2024) Delhi Capitals (2025– ) Conclusion That he has the KL Rahul IPL 2025 price of INR 14 Crore with Delhi Capitals says a lot about the kind of cricketer he is. He’s come a long way – right from his opening bid of ₹10 lakhs in 2013 to now reaching over ₹113 crore in career earnings through the IPL, Rahul’s story is one to uphold and read about. Starting a new innings with DC in IPL 2025, everyone from fans to experts are waiting for him to find his groove and guide the team leading from the front. If there is one player in the IPL today that exemplifies consistency, ability and dependability — it’s KL Rahul.