M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) overview
Chepauk is one of India's oldest cricket grounds and the home of Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. It is famous for slow, dry pitches that grip and turn, which makes it one of the most spin-friendly venues in Indian cricket.
Chepauk pitch report: how the surface behaves
The surface tends to be slow, and the ball often grips and turns, particularly as the match goes on. Batters find it hard to hit through the line, and strike rotation and smart placement become more important than raw power. Seamers who bowl cutters and slower balls into the pitch can be very effective.
Batting at Chepauk
Scores here tend to be lower than at other IPL venues. Sides batting first often win by posting a competitive total and then using spin to choke the chase on a wearing pitch.
Bowling at Chepauk
Finger spinners and wrist spinners are both key. Fast bowlers should take pace off the ball and use the dimensions of the ground.
Toss and dew factor
Dew: Varies; humid conditions. Batting first is often favoured on a wearing pitch. Read more about the dew factor in cricket.
Fantasy cricket tips for Chepauk
Pick two or three frontline spinners and batters known for playing spin well. Spin-bowling all-rounders are excellent captaincy choices. See our fantasy cricket tips for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chepauk a batting or bowling pitch?
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) is generally described as: slow, dry, turning. It mainly helps spinners.
Does dew affect matches at Chepauk?
Dew at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk): Varies; humid conditions. Batting first is often favoured on a wearing pitch.
Which IPL team plays at Chepauk?
M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) is the home ground of Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
What should I look for in a Chepauk fantasy team?
Pick two or three frontline spinners and batters known for playing spin well. Spin-bowling all-rounders are excellent captaincy choices.